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Double Glazing Links - 10 tips

1. Before choosing a double-glazing company it’s important to be clear about exactly what you want. You’ll have to think about: style, safety, security and price. It’s also a good idea to check that your local authority will grant planning permission
   
2. The installers should be FENSA registered to make sure that the replacement glazing meets new Building Regulations. Major suppliers should also be members of the Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF).
   
3. There’s a bewildering array of options out there; so try and familiarise yourself with some of the jargon. A PVC-U frame fitted with Pilkington low-e glass might not mean much now, but by the end of your hunt for the ultimate glazing solution it (hopefully) will.
   
4. Visit as many major suppliers’ showrooms as possible to get an idea of what they charge for double glazed windows and doors.
   
5. Nationwide double-glazing companies will expect to make a sale if they come to your house; so be prepared for the hard sell. Be aware that their sales pitches could swallow up an entire afternoon and often involve theatrical calls to their managers and ‘one-night only’ deals. Haggle hard and you can expect massive discounts (often as much as 50%). Don’t invite a salesperson into your house unless you’re serious about buying and check any agreement carefully for ‘hidden extras’.
   
6. Don’t always go for the cheapest option. Poor quality, badly-fitted double glazing can actually reduce the value of your property; and you’ll have to pay for the privilege. Similarly it’s important to get detailed information about the types of locks and security features on the windows (and make sure that they’re fitted).
   
7. Most companies will ask for a deposit for the work to be carried out. Don’t lay down any more than 10% of the overall cost, steer clear of cash (a credit card’s best) and make sure that you get a receipt.
   
8. Check the manufacturer’s guarantee and make sure that you know exactly what it covers. A number of companies offer fairly meaningless ‘insurance backed’ guarantees that are only effective if they go bust.
   
9. If you can withhold final payment until the work is completed then do so (it will give you some leverage if you are unhappy with the work).
   
10. Try and avoid financing your double-glazing with expensive loans. Many double-glazing companies have their own finance schemes and these can end up costing you a fortune in interest.

 

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