The Benefits of Double Glazed Windows

South Coast Home Improvements supply and fit all types of UPVC windows and double glazing is a must-have for properties throughout the UK. Single glazing simply doesn’t cut it anymore. But why is double glazing so integral for your home? In this article we thought we would share with you the benefits of double glazed windows and why they really are one of the best investments you can make.

What is Double Glazing?

But before we jump straight into the article, let’s take a quick look at what exactly double glazing is. Double glazing is a window consisting of two panes of glass separated simply by one layer of gas such as argon. This acts as an insulator and can make a big difference to reducing energy loss in your home. Because double glazing has two or more panes of glass, it is significantly stronger than single glazing and benefits your property in numerous ways.

Reduces Energy Usage

As mentioned above, double glazing is where two panes of glass are separated by a gas such as argon. This is a fantastic insulator and helps reduce your energy consumption as it maintains the inside temperature of your home, no matter what the weather is like outside. Many of our customers have found this significantly beneficial in the reduction of their energy bills as energy consumption reduces because there is little to no heat loss. What’s more, this reduction in energy usage can help the environment, too. So, it’s a win-win all round really!

Reduces the Problem of Condensation

If you have single glazing throughout your property, you will likely be more than familiar with the problem of condensation. Condensation can be a real problem in older homes and those with single glazing throughout. Excessive condensation can cause a variety of health problems for your family as it causes mould, rot in timber window frames, and damp.

Double glazing rids you of condensation and ensures your windows stay clear and dry throughout the year – no matter what the weather is! Double glazing reduces the problem of condensation by keeping the inner pane of glass warmer, reducing the forming of condensation.

Reduces Noise Pollution

Noise pollution is a common complaint for homeowners living in busy areas such as city centres, near busy roads, next to a school, and so on. Many studies have shown that noise pollution has a wide range of negative effects on our health, stress levels, and sleep disturbance. Double glazing significantly reduces the noise pollution in your home – sometimes by up to 60% – making it a great investment for you.

Increase the Security of Your Home

Security is one of the most important priorities for homeowners throughout the country and it certainly should be. After all, we all want to go to bed feeling safe, knowing that our other family members and belongings are safe and secure. Double glazing is significantly more secure than single glazing as it is extremely difficult to break double-glazed windows. And when it comes to the double-glazed windows we provide customers here at South Coast Windows, you can also add locks to your windows for extra protection.

Increases the Resale Value of Your Home

If you’re renovating your home and improving it so that you can sell it for more than you bought it for, double glazing is one of the best ways you can increase its value. Double glazing is a priority for the majority of potential buyers and installing double glazing can add considerable resale value to your property.

You should regularly maintain your double glazed windows and keep them clean and shiny to protect the quality of the glass. To extend the lifespan and to preserve their energy efficiency you need to clean your windows at least 2 to 3 times a year. However, this could vary depending on the weather condition and how polluted the area you live in is.

Reduces the Problem of Interior Fading

Interior fading is a problem for many homeowners, affecting the colour vibrancy of the carpets, wallpapers, furniture items, and drapes. UV damage is a problem for many people but installing double glazing can help significantly by reducing the damaging UV rays entering into your home. By simply reducing the penetration levels of UV light, you can enjoy colourful furnishings in your home that do not fade over time.

The Double-Glazed Windows We Provide

Here at South Coast Windows we are proud to provide beautiful double-glazed windows in a variety of designs, materials, and styles, including:

• UPVC windows
• Casement windows
• Sliding sash windows
• Tilt and turn windows

If you would like to find out more about our doubled-glazed windows and the choices available to you, please do not hesitate to get int ouch with our team today for more information.