New Windows

Nearly all windows and doors still fitted in properties today are in some cases as old as the house itself. Therefore these are the homes that would really benefit from having new windows and doors fitted. London Glazing can supply and fit all types of glass. They would benefit from the heat retention and draught prevention. Today there is a huge move towards more efficient types of windows and doors. Because of this there is a massive choice of windows and doors for this purpose. These new, energy conscious windows should give a good return for the investment, through low heating, and maybe even the cost of using the lights less in your house. Improvement in the performance of the windows in your home will depend on design, choice, and installation. London Glaziers use skilled tradesmen who can work with all styles of glass.

Energy:
To make the correct choice you have to appreciate the energy performance ratings of windows so you will know what energy performance you need for your windows based on the climate and the design of your home. For the energy-efficient windows, Energy Star ® has created minimum energy performance ratings by climate. This, however does not make allowances for the design, like the window positions etc. These passive types of solar design plans use the glass to maximize solar heat gain in winter and minimize it in summer. In climates that are dominated by heat, major glazing areas should generally face south to collect solar heat during the winter when the sun is low in the sky. In the summer, when the sun is high in the sky, overhangs or other shading devices stop excessive heat gain. It is difficult to control the heat and light coming through east and west facing windows if the sun is sat low in the sky.