Winter is often a popular season for homeowners to invest in double glazing insulation because of the favourable impact it has on energy consumption, lowering heat loss through windows by up to half. But according to NHIC technical consultant Andrew Leech the benefits of installing such heat-trapping devices stretch far beyond merely lowering winter fuel bills.

Energy savings can be notched up all-year-round – especially given Britain’s notoriously unpredictable climate – and homeowners will also enjoy the added bonus of knowing their home is contributing to the fight against climate change. "I think now is a good time – let alone whether it’s winter or not – to insulate your property because it’s something that should be there all year round," Mr Leech said. "You shouldn’t just be thinking about it now, at winter … It’s the sort of thing you ought to do in any case."

He cautioned, however, that installing insulation without professional assistance can be "tedious" and is "not an easy job".

You can get a wide selection of double glazed windows and doors from Safestyle, with free professional installation and 10 year guarantee.
 

The majority of new houses are built by private developers, though housing associations have already had strict guidelines laid down for enerygy conservation and environment protection. A substantial majority of those surveyed (86 per cent) want a requirement of 25 per cent less emissions in privately developed new homes in place by April next year.

"This poll shows that people feel so strongly about climate change that they want greener homes, even though they will cost more to build," said the federation’s chief executive David Orr.

"Not only do green homes mean lower carbon emissions, but through enhanced energy efficiency, they lead to far lower fuel bills for our residents." Mr Orr added that the lack of regulations constraining private developers in comparison to housing association was a cause of concern. He warned that without "tough standards… many more carbon emissions will be pumped into the environment than would otherwise be the case".

Safestyle UK has made its Diamond windows, which have "energy saving recommended" logo, standard on all its double glazing windows. Click here to request a quote online.

Energy Saving Recommended is an initiative from the Energy Saving Trust backed by the Government and only products that meet strict standards on energy saving can carry this logo. If you see this logo on a glazed window, you can be certain that the window will save on heating bills as well as help the environment. Products that carry the logo have met strict criteria which are set by an independent panel and reviewed every year.

Safestyle UK are offering its Diamond windows with "Enerygy saving recommended" as standard and therefore you get all the benefits without paying extra. It’s quick and easy to get your free quote.

If you are sick of paying massive utility bills because you need to keep your home warm, you should consider double glazing to save money and improve the looks. We will be discussing several tips to get the most out of your double glazing investment. We will also discuss the various standards and certifications and how these relate to you.

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