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Single/Double Glazing

Alpha Glass can help with:

Repair of existing windows and doors
Unfortunately; many timber windows suffer from rot and need regular patching, filling and re-painting. PVC-U windows and doors are very low maintenance, needing little more than a quick wipe over.

Improving the appearance of your home
Shabby, old-fashioned windows and doors can be replaced with new styles and shapes to significantly change and improve the look of your home and give it "kerb appeal" - and the same is true for roofline products.

Improved security
Sad to say, but crime is rising and doors and windows are a common entry point for burglars. Our PVC-U double glazing window systems incorporate extra security features including special locks, to protect your home.

Better weather performance
Do your curtains move when the wind gusts? Do you get a chill from window draughts? Does rain leak in around your windows? Now's the time to seek the excellent weather performance of modern PVC-U double glazing windows tested to withstand gale force conditions.

Reduced noise
Do you live on a busy street or road? Does passing noise irritate you? The latest double glazing PVC-U windows can significantly decrease the amount of noise 'transmitted' through your windows for a quieter, peaceful home.

Energy efficiency
The latest double glazing windows offer much better insulation than conventional single glazing windows. New windows help to keep the heat in, so you can turn down the heating a degree or two and save on fuel bills in perfect comfort.

Low E Glass and Document L of Building Regulations

Most people are aware that effective 1st April 2002 - all replacement double glazing window installations in England & Wales are subject to Building Regulations. This new regulation in particular affects the minimum levels of insulation that replacement double glazing windows must have when fitted in your home. Levels of insulation are measured as U values. The lower the U value, the better the insulation level.

To get the required level of insulation some sort of LOW E glass (typically Pilkington K in the UK - although there are other brands) will have to be used. It may also be necessary for the sealed double glazing units to be Gas Filled (probably Argon).

There are two ways that you can ensure compliance with relevant regulations, firstly you may employ a contractor or installer who is registered under the FENSA self-certification scheme, of which Alpha Glass are. This contractor will be approved to carry out the work in accordance with relevant regulations without inspection by the council and will inform FENSA when installation has been completed. Random inspections of completed work are carried out.

If you are not using a FENSA registered contractor such as Alpha Glass or if you're doing the work yourself (DIY) then you will need to arrange building regulation approval yourself. Contact the building control department at you local council reference this, or of course, choose Surbiton Glazing Ltd for all your single of double glazing requirements.

More Information

Talk to Alpha Glass today for a great value quote for your single or double glazing requirements. Click here to phone, fax or email us.