Have Double Glazing Installed by Oxford Specialists

Thursday, February 10th, 2011

We’ve all seen the adverts and heard the sales pitches, but there must be a reason why an overwhelming percentage of UK homes have long since invested in double glazing. In many ways, the increase in the popularity of double glazing has followed the growing trend toward central heating in modern homes. According to the Office for National Statistics, in 1971, only 30% of British homes had a central heating system, whereas in 2001 this had reached 90%. It’s more than likely safe to say that double glazing has experienced a similar growth. Here at Radley we’ve been operating since the 1980’s, which means that we’ve been instrumental in providing countless homes with double glazing Oxford and the surrounding provinces.

So why should you have double glazing in your home?

As the statistics above demonstrate, there’s every chance that you already have double glazing in your home, so why should you be interested in what we here at Radley have to offer? Well, we aim to provide windows which offer heat saving which is over and above the norm in our industry. According to the Energy Savings Trust, 18% of heat lost in a house exits via the windows, yet here at Radley we create WHS Halo’s Eclipse line of UPVC windows, which can reduce this figure by a staggering 10%.

Of course, this won’t solve your astronomical heating bill overnight, but with time and in conjunction with other low cost methods of insulation, you can ease the financial strain of keeping warm each year.

The sound proofing advantages of double glazing are often overlooked, but with many homes being built on busy roads, and with traffic numbers increasing almost weekly, the value of reduced outside noise can only increase as time goes on.

If you already have double glazing Oxford then take a moment to inspect your window frames. If these are faded, warped or damaged in any way, then the benefit of the double glazing installed within them is probably being squandered, and will be until they’re replaced. For more information from our friendly team of down to earth specialists here at Radley, please don’t think twice about giving us a call.

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Double Glazing Quotes for Oxford Based Specialists

Thursday, January 27th, 2011

This past winter has seen the earliest significant snowfall in over 17 years, the wind that has been blustering throughout the North, South and Midlands has had a bitter feel to it and many mornings since October, car drivers have been braving the cold to de-ice and scrape their cars. The last thing anyone wants when the weather outside is freezing, is to be in a house which seems to be equally cold due to windows and doors not insulating the property. If you have suffered over this winter, then perhaps it’s time you invested in double glazing Oxford.

Through our quarter of a century in the industry, here at Radley Windows we’ve understood the importance of keeping your property both secure and well insulated. This is why we provide a range of double glazing windows which are bound to suit any home – from a cottage in Burford to a new build in Iffley.

Some of the major double glazing Oxford companies may cold call you and offer you an “unbelievable” offer if you commit to the windows that day. They might offer you a “special discount” when you buy in store that day, before hiking the price up through hidden costs. Here at Radley Windows, the price we quote you and you agree on, is the price you pay.

Our double glazing windows are not only competitively priced, but they are also of the highest quality and are guaranteed to keep the property warm whilst saving the homeowner money on utility bills. This is because we want to make sure that we give our customers value for money.

To go with our honest and competitive pricing quotes, all of our double glazing Oxford windows are available with shot-bolt locks and a choice of handle colours, so you can personalise them to fit in with their home. If you would like perfect made-to-measure double glazing, unique for your property, here at Radley Windows our manufacturing division can provide it.

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Double Glazing Fitters Oxford

Friday, January 14th, 2011

If you intend on having new double glazing Oxford you’re probably looking forward to benefitting from the many advantages that new glazing of this kind brings. However, before you invest in a specific provider, make sure you consider a few key points to avoid having the natural benefits of double glazing spoiled by a poor installation process. Here at Radley Windows we’ve been active in the industry for nearly three decades, which has given us a unique insight into the practices of some fitters. There are a few tell tale ways to spot a cowboy installer, and doing so could stop you paying for a dangerous and potential even illegal standard of fitting.

1.    Check Permanent Address

Most reputable fitters will have a permanent business address, which shouldn’t be too difficult to find online. If you cannot do so, ask your fitter directly for the address of their headquarters. Working from home does not necessarily constitute a poor installer by any means. However some cowboy contractors avoid giving out contact details such as their address so as to prevent customers making complaints against them, once poor work has been carried out.

If you’re concerned or suspicious, pay the fitting team a visit at their listed address; this can give you a good idea of the firm’s ethos.

2.    Investigate Skill Level

Here at Radley Windows we’ve worked hard to build up a reputation of which we’re proud. Part of this has involved completing glazing and window jobs of a variety of different kinds – including conservatory construction and solar panel installation.

Again, a contractor with only one service is by no means to be regarded with suspicion. However, make sure you’re confident that, like us, your chosen specialist really is an expert in double glazing Oxford. The best way to be sure is to research the topic thoroughly online and then ask as many questions of your salesman as required.

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Double Glazing Building Regulations Oxford

Friday, December 10th, 2010

When buying anything of value you’ll want to make sure that you’re getting what you’re paying for. It doesn’t matter whether it is a new / used car, an engagement ring or furniture for your property, it makes sense to do a bit of research, examine the product and make sure that you’re happy with what you’re buying. When it comes to double glazing Oxford the checks you do shouldn’t be any different, especially now that the new building regulations have came into effect.

On October 1st 2010, the new, amended and improved building regulations, which affect the quality of windows that can be sold and installed in properties throughout the UK, came into play. Fortunately here at Radley Windows all the products we sell comply with these regulations.

So what do the new regulations mean?

When you look closely at the detail surrounding the regulations surrounding double glazing Oxford it becomes clear that there isn’t a great deal that has changed, it’s just that the regulations have got tighter.

Whilst windows are categorised using a Window Energy Rating (WER) from A to E in terms of their energy efficiency, as of October 1st 2010 all window installers and providers are only legally able to provide customers with windows that are WER graded C or above.

How can customers make sure the windows they buy comply?

If you’re in the process of looking for new double glazing windows, there are a few things which here at Radley Windows, we would recommend that you look for in a window supplier. Firstly, we would recommend you look for products which are British Fenestration Ratings Council approved.

We would also recommend that you look for an installer who is FENSA regulated, as this helps to guarantee the windows fitted will be installed correctly. When buying windows from us, you can guarantee that our double glazing Oxford windows are, and that they all meet the new regulations.

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Price of Double Glazing Oxford

Thursday, November 25th, 2010

With the winter months well and truly among us and the weather seeming as though it’s getting colder by the day, many of us will be looking at ways to keep our homes warmer. Having the fire roaring continuously or the heating turned on full blast isn’t ideal, especially with the cost of utility bills increasing. One solution, which is beneficial all year round is fitting double glazing Oxford windows which are available from us here at Radley Windows. We offer a phenomenally affordable price that won’t see you digging deep into your pockets.

When thinking about carrying out cosmetic home improvements, such as the installation of double glazing Oxford, understandably many of us will be concerned about how much it’ll cost both in terms of money and also time fitting the windows.

At Radley Windows we understand these concerns, which is why we are always striving to provide our customers with fantastic double glazed windows at incredible prices. We are so sure that we are able to achieve this, that should you find the same quality double glazed windows elsewhere and get them put in by one of our competitors for a cheaper price, we’ll give and fit quality windows for you, for free!

We have over a quarter of a century of providing our customers with high quality UPVC and double glazing Oxford windows which have a proven track record of reducing energy bills in houses, compared to those that have stuck with traditional single glazing windows.

Winter, spring, summer or autumn, all you’ve got to do is call and our team will be more than happy to talk to you about the costs of fitting double glazing Oxford to your home. We cannot stress enough how getting our FENSA registered team to install double glazed windows at your home could save you money on heating bills throughout the year.

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Double Glazing Porches Oxford

Friday, November 12th, 2010

It’s amazing how easily we slip into taking a new home for granted. Additional space or a nicer location can bring many benefits; soon we don’t even consider how we managed without a conservatory. However, on the other side of the coin we may find ourselves struggling along with aspects of our home which could easily be improved. A cramped hallway for example can make things difficult; there’s nothing more frustrating than struggling with muddy shoes as your elbows bang walls and family members indiscriminately. Here at Radley we specialise in double glazing Oxford for windows doors and porches.

Having a new porch could be the key to freeing up space indoors. A wide, spacious and bright hallway provided by quality double glazing like ours presents the best impression for visitors and potential buyers alike (should you come to sell). We can install front doors of a striking elegance, with various properties, colours and finished depending on your preference.

If you have old or single paned windows it’s even more important that you upgrade to double glazing. Older glass tends to be cloudy, meaning that less light can permeate and brighten your home. Furthermore, subpar double glazing could be costing you money, as large volumes of heat can be lost through windows and doors. As the summer cold seeps into Britain, now is the last chance to invest in double glazing and start saving money.

At Radley our services are brisk, yet we pay meticulous attention to detail. We don’t want to have to put right a fault, so we don’t make any mistakes first time.

Whether you have a porch that needs new double glazing Oxford or are looking for a front door which is a complete break in style from existing doors, get in touch to see what can be achieved. We’ll do everything possible to ensure the entire process is undertaken as quickly as possible.

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Local Double Glazing Oxford

Thursday, October 28th, 2010

Double glazing is widely used across the country due to its impressive money saving benefits. This means that there are now a large number of national companies, all vying for homeowner custom. However, there remains a committed core of local providers like the team here at Radley Windows who shouldn’t be overlooked. We offer friendly and personalised customer service, top quality products and pricing that invariably beats big name quotations. If you’re looking for double glazing Oxford and the surrounding areas then why not consider a local contactor like us. But regardless of your choice, double glazing offers many benefits.

As we’ve been active in the industry for over a quarter of a century we’re fully familiar with what these are. Perhaps the most well known benefit is the level of heat insulation that this type of glass affords.

Double glazing is constructed (as its name suggests) using two panes of glass which seals in an insulating layer of inert gas. This serves to prevent heat escaping from the home, which in term reduces the property’s carbon footprint and lowers heating bills all year round.

Possibly less known is the fact that double glazing can significantly enhance security within the home. The glass is notoriously difficult to smash and doing so would be noisy and conspicuous.

Furthermore alarm systems are now available which can be triggered once the outer pane of glass has been penetrated, while the inner pane often remains. This means that would be thieves are denied entry by double glazing whereas single glazed houses would be accessed more quickly and easily.

Here at Radley we could list the sound proofing qualities of double glazing Oxford or extol the aesthetics of our market leading range, but we believe clients are better off seeing for themselves. Visit our welcoming showroom to do so and you’ll find dedicated professionals who really care about providing quality windows in the local area.

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Double Glazing Replacement in Oxford

Friday, July 16th, 2010

Double glazing is universally praised for its insulating and soundproofing qualities as well as its great strength. It’s true that some blows that would shatter a single glazed widow would leave a double glazed counterpart relatively unharmed. However, over time it’s only inevitable that windows degrade to a certain degree, eventually resulting in the need for replacement windows with double glazing Oxford. Thankfully, Radley can provide replacement double glazed windows of all types and styles which can lower heating bills and give properties a refreshing lift. Whether you require beautiful sash windows or an impressive bay window, we can help.

Unlike some competitors, we specialise in providing a range of window colours, including coloured handles, and we also offer a colour coating service which is applicable for each and every window we supply.

This means that a broken or old window need not be a problem; it could be an excellent chance to improve the look of your home with the help from the team here at Radley. We’re Fensa registered too, which goes some way toward ensuring that the quality of our windows and the fitting service we carry out is consistently high.

When replacing windows, it’s worth considering the various features on offer which could help upgrade your windows and improve the value of your property. For example, at Radley we can also offer high security profile windows, which feature shoot bolt locking, anti – jemmy claws and interior fitted glass.

Rather than replacing like for like and ending up in the same position years down the line, it may be worth upgrading your windows while you have the chance. If you have single glazed windows, or older double glazing, you could be missing out on substantial heating bill savings too; consider double glazing Oxford from Radley this summer for utility savings of up to 10%.

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