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read moreThe doubleglazing.com quote service is 100% FREE to people looking for a trade professional. You can use our service to match your needs with our qualified trade professionals whether it's at home or work. We don't charge you a penny, we charge our registered trade professionals a small fee for matching your requirements to their skills. All our references come from people like you. To become one of our registered contractors, trade professionals must?be vetted by us. We take the names of 3 referees they have done work for and check these independently.

read morePlanning permission is not normally required for repairing, fitting or replacing doors and windows (including double glazing). However, if the building is listed or is in a conservation area (or other designated area) you should consult with your local planning authority. You can find your local planning authority at the UK Government's online planning resource for England & Wales. Also, if you are a leaseholder, you may first need to get permission from your landlord or management company. Since April 1, 2002, building regulations have applied to all replacement glazing.

read moreIf you are looking for replacement windows there are a lot of people and companies prepared to sell them to you. It's important that you know you are dealing with a reputable fitter or supplier who you can trust, are selecting a product that is of a suitable level of quality and security and of course that you are paying a fair price. We can also help you locate local vetted tradespeople so that you can get a range of honest quotes from local, reputable double glazing firms. The list goes on. In today's world installing windows isn't straight forward - whether it's replacement sash windows, replacement uPVC windows or normal double glazing.

read moreThe good news is that the installation and replacement of double glazing is a competitive industry in the UK which means better prices for consumers. It is nevertheless an investment product with considerable technological discoveries and techniques behind it and so it is not a cheap or disposable item. Due care needs to be given to finding the right supplier and fitter at the right price. There can also be issues with the quality of information and ethics of some dealers, so it's important to have your wits about you and keep clear of cowboys who may use bully boy tactics to sell you cheap low quality windows at extortionate prices.

read moreBuildings Regulations UK provide information on everything from double glazing and doors to planning permission and the government's serious commitment to reducing the UK's carbon footprint. If you're looking to install or replace a door within your property with a reputable supplier, they will take care of the legal requirements for you. It's more than their jobs worth not to be up-to-date with all the latest building regulations concerning doors and the legal requirements alone are reason enough for many people to get the experts in, rather than fit their doors themselves.

read moreToday's technology means that you can get double glazed windows in pretty much any style you choose. In the majority of cases windows that are the most visually pleasing use double glazing styles that suit the style of the property they are being installed in. Looking at similar properties in your local area or properties of the same age, can give you a good idea of what style will look best in your home. There's a lot of choice available in modern double glazing styles, such as diamond or square leaded windows, white or gold fret-work windows.

read moreThe cost of a good quality door can vary depending on the area in which you live and the type of door you're looking for. Clearly a new front door costs more than a simple interior door as you will require security features, locks and extra strength. As a general rule of thumb uPVC doors are less expensive than wooden doors and require a lot less maintenance long term. Door costs are also adjusted according to the types and styles you require and the security measures you choose to incorporate.

read moreDoor security is a standard requirement for anyone looking to install or replace an exterior facing door. Weather proofing and energy efficiency are all well and good, but a doors ability to keep out intruders is probably at the top of most people's priority list when choosing a door. Front door security is particularly tricky to get right; you want to be safe, but if you're just popping out or someone is patiently waiting on your doorstep, you don't want to be fussing around with padlock and codes.