Why Installing Double Glazing Will Add Value to Your Home

Whether you are looking to sell your property or just want to improve it, there are many ways double glazing can add value to your home.  Keep reading for a few examples.

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All Properties Can Benefit

One of the best home improvements you can make to your property is to fit double glazing. This is especially true in older houses where the curtains blow about in the breeze from badly insulated windows. Even older properties with wooden sash windows can be converted to double glazing without compromising on the appearance.

Safety in Mind

Not so long ago, it was thought the better the seal from the outside elements; the better it was for you. Now it is compulsory for all modern windows to have trickle vents, to allow fresh air to enter (although these can be closed if necessary). With this in mind, even if you have older style double glazing, it can be worth upgrading to newer units, especially if you have a real flame fire or a dual fuel stove, for example. Bad ventilation can be harmful to your health, so it is essential to have some sort of airflow.

Not Just in White

Double glazing always used to come in white, the Henry Ford of the glazing world you could say. This was probably more down to the manufacturing process of uPVC when it first came out. Now you can get different colours, from the standard white, through to light oak and rosewood. You can also have the option of textured, coloured frames in red, grey, blue or black for instance. These new styles offer a contemporary aesthetic that fits in with modern architecture, ensuring your grand design isn’t compromised.

On the other hand, if your property suffers from brown uPVC windows that were popular some years ago, it would be a good idea to change them to white. Classic white double glazed units never go out of fashion.

Period Property

If you own an older building where modern uPVC windows would look odd, then you can still add double glazing without the worry of ‘unsightly plastic’ dominating your Victorian façade.

Modern sash window design has overcome the draft problems associated with the older designs, enabling you to have a great looking home and have the modern advantage of containing and conserving heat in the colder months. It is a win-win situation that not only adds value to your home, but also saves you money through being energy efficient.

If in Doubt, Ask

Adding together the pros and cons of upgrading your windows can be a bit of a nightmare, especially when house prices are up and down. You might think against it, and end up losing value or efficiency; or you might not be aware of the vast range of choices open to you. If you are in the double glazing Plymouth area, you might want to take a look at a local double glazing specialist who will be able to offer advice and provide you with a quote.

You could be pleasantly surprised by how much of a difference modern double glazing will make, especially in times of austerity.