You often hear homeowners in older houses complain that they find it difficult to keep their homes warm. There are various places that you can improve the insulation in your home and many people start by adding to their attic insulation. However studies show that it is through the windows of a home that a huge amount of heat can be lost and unwelcome cold air can enter.
When you talked to owners of character homes with timber sash windows in the past they were very reluctant to consider changing their windows. They may have been aware that their windows were under-performing, but could not bring themselves to install unattractive substitutes. Fortunately window manufacturers have since designed better uPVC sash windows that are available in a range of styles and colours.
The most important thing to realize about windows in your home is that they have to perform efficiently. Gone are that days when your windows could look well but allow in cold air to your home and fail to stop warm air from escaping. uPVC double glazing is recognised as being highly energy efficient and will save you money monthly on given that you will have lower utility bills.
Another point to bear in mind regarding double glazing and uPVC windows is that they offer much better security than single glazed timber windows. If timber windows have been in a home for a long time, the timber will not be very strong and the locking mechanisms will also be out of date. Quality uPVC windows have locks built into the frame and double glazing by its nature is harder to break in through than single glazing without creating a lot of noise.
By installing uPVC sash windows in an older home you will be benefiting from the latest design technology, so your windows will be very attractive, they will be also very well insulated which will save you money and finally you will be safer in your home due to their advanced security. All of these are excellent reasons to replace your windows.