Author: Dutton Bailey

Live in a property fitted with single glazing and not only will you experience excess noise levels, the dwelling will be colder, and you’ll be losing a great deal of heat which can also mean larger utility bills. Single glazing is the most inefficient type of glass, it’s terrible from an insulation perspective, and your home will act as a sponge for outside noise, caused by traffic and natural environments.

These are just some of the negatives of single glazing, and by not replacing or updating your windows, your home is at risk, and certainly won’t be as cozy or comfortable as it could be.

One option to prevent such issues is to update the glazing at your home, and by fitting secondary glazing, you can address some of these issues and make your property snug, warm and inviting.

There are many advantages to installing secondary glazing, and should you wish to create the most comfortable environment at home, we suggest you consider this improvement for the following benefits.

Improve sound insulation

Excess noise is instantly deadened once secondary glazing is installed, so this is a must-fit option if you find the sound levels in your property are driving you up the wall. Once fitted, you will notice the noise levels are dramatically reduced and the environment is far more comfortable and enjoyable to live in. The before and after differences are quite remarkable, and after you have fitted extra glazing and realised what a difference they make, you’ll wonder how you coped without them for so long.   

Reduce heat loss

Single glazing is terrible for energy efficiency. It doesn’t retain heat, makes your home colder, and gives you larger energy bills. Add another layer of glass and this helps to keep heat in the home making the property warmer and more appealing. Helping to reduce draughts and acting as a barrier to heat, you’ll soon feel toasty once you have fitted secondary glazing.

Enhance security

We know that secondary glazing is good for making your home warmer and quieter, but did you know it can also improve the levels of security at the property too? Fully fixed into position for protection and security, you are actively enhancing home defence measures when you install this type of feature. Add an extra layer of glazing to maximise property security and feel safer and more at ease in your home.

It looks good too

Thanks to the aesthetic appeal of secondary glazing, it’s a popular option for listed buildings and conservation areas. Blending in seamlessly with traditional window features, glazing of this nature is subtle, stylish but very effective. With many options to select and a choice of PVC or aluminium windows in 4mm or 6mm float or toughened safety glass as standard, you can’t go wrong with this type of glazing material.

Consider secondary glazing as a cost-effective way to add sound insulation, improve heating and save money on utility bills. We can supply and fit this for you here at Dutton & Bailey, so why not find out more about his today?

Simply contact us for a FREE quote or call to speak to a member of our friendly team on 0161 942 9777.

Bi-folding doors are a modern and stylish way of opening up your home and merging the indoors with your garden. If you’ve made the decision that bi-folding doors are the perfect addition to your home, the next step is finding out where to begin. Here at Dutton & Bailey Ltd., we encourage all our customers think about a few different considerations before purchasing a set of shiny, new bi-folds.

Taking some time to understand how to start the journey of purchasing your bi-folding doors will save you lots of time and energy later on.

Decide which material will suit you best

Bi-folding doors come in a variety of different materials, all with their own properties and it’s essential that you choose the material of your bi-folding doors based on your lifestyle. u-PVC is great if you want to add bi-folding doors on a budget, timber offers a warm and traditional finish, and aluminium combines low maintenance and quality.

If you have a period or listed home, or you live in a conservation area, you’ll have to contact your Local Authority to ensure that your bi-folding doors are acceptable.

Measure up and decide on your aperture

The chances are when you’ve thought about bi-folding doors, you’ve always imaged them in a particular wall, and now that you’ve decided to purchase them you’ll have to measure the space (or aperture) in which you want them to sit.

Most people choose to locate their bi-folding doors in a wall that will lead onto their garden, so they can open them up during the summer – perfect for letting in fresh air, and entertaining. In the winter, bi-folding doors can let in ample amounts of natural light, much needed in the colder months.

Bi-folding doors are also a great way to open up the interiors of your home, creating an open plan living area whilst ensuring you can still close rooms off whenever you need to.

Once you’ve decided the location and size of your ideal bi-folding doors, you’ll need to record the measurements in millimetres (mm), so you can call around different companies for a quotation.

Choosing a company

Once you know what you want your doors to be made from, how big you want them and whereabouts in your home you want them, you’re ready to call around for quotes from different companies. There are so many companies that offer bi-folding doors that it’s all too easy to feel overwhelmed, but there are a few ways you can cut things down.

When you’re ready to collect quotes, ask around your family, friends and colleagues to see if they have any recommendations – people only recommend companies who offer exceptional quality and service. Secondly, take a look at the testimonials about companies before calling them – you should be looking for a friendly and honest company consistently being praised for their high quality workmanship and materials, as well as customer service.

Here at Dutton and Bailey, we work throughout Altrincham and Cheshire to provide excellent bi-folding doors that help to merge indoor and outdoor living. We’re passionate about helping our clients to make home improvements the whole family will enjoy and we’re dedicated to bringing your vision to life.

If you’ve decided to add bi-folding doors to your home and want to speak to a company you can rely on to deliver the very best results, call us today on 0161 942 9777 or email info@duttonandbailey.co.uk.