Nobody likes to see their hard-earned cash going down the drain, but it can feel just like that when faced with a huge fuel bill for heating a house that always seems to be cold and draughty anyway. In order to reduce fuel costs, it is important to sort out any aspects of the house that are energy inefficient, allowing heat to escape. So, if you're wondering 'will installing double glazing reduce my fuel bills?', the answer is a resounding 'yes'.
Double Glazing helps to keep heat in your home, due to the insulating air barrier that is trapped between two sheets of glass. Preventing heat loss in this way, means that less heating is required to maintain a comfortable temperature inside. An added advantage of double-glazing is that it will keep outdoor noise at bay much more effectively than single glazing.
It is worth noting however, that installing new windows is expensive. To truly reap the rewards of the extra cost, the rest of the house should also be made more energy efficient. There is no point having well insulated windows if there are gaps around doors allowing heat to escape! Think about insulating walls and attics, and sealing gaps around doors and window frames. Draught excluders are cheap and effective when used with doors that lead outside.
When it comes to buying your windows, always get quotes from at least three different companies. Make sure you get the total costs, and that there aren't going to be any hidden extras. If you have a neighbor or relative who has had a good experience with a particular company, it will be worth talking to them too.
Reducing fuel consumption is one of the main ways that households can help cut back on carbon emissions. Installing double glazing will reduce fuel bills, so not only will our homes be warm and cheaper to heat, but the planet will be much happier too!
