With the energy price cap increase, homeowners are having to find creative solutions to protect their home energy budgets. Investing in new Upvc windows is one way of boosting insulation in your home without breaking the bank. Here are the answers to your questions.
Are Energy Price Rises Here To Stay?
Currently, over 20 million people are being affected by soaring energy costs. The reason behind it is increased gas prices, which has led to energy costs rising. Experts claim that the increased cost – which has swollen by over £600 for the average home – will last for at least a decade. For families, this means a whopping bill of around £2,800 per year, which for many is more than a month’s wages.
How Can I Save Money On My Energy Bill?
Increasing the energy efficiency of your home is the most effective way to reduce costs. The newspapers have been full of articles about ‘vampire appliances’ such as microwaves, games consoles, and TVs that hoover up energy when on standby. However, 40% of heat loss actually comes from windows and doors. Inadequately insulated doors and windows let expensive heat seep out into the street while letting the cold in.
Can Double Glazing Reduce My Energy Bill?
Today’s double glazing incorporates a range of energy-saving features. One of the best is the use of argon gas, which is injected between the two panes of glass. Argon is a very safe but dense gas which occurs naturally on the planet. Its density means air struggles to move through it, making it an excellent insulator. Double glazed windows can also have ‘warm edge’ spacer bars, which help to prevent the transfer of heat. The result is a cosy, thermally secure window or door that stops families for paying to heat the pavement.
Are UPVC Doors and Windows Sustainable?
Un-plasticised Poly Vinyl Chloride (Upvc) is now widely recycled and used in the manufacture of the central core of new upvc windows It also has other green credentials, one of the most obvious is its natural thermal properties, which can help homes and businesses to use less gas and electricity. The windows will last for around 20 years, after which the material can be repurposed, up to 10 times so the lifecycle can be extended significantly.
What Do I Have To Do If I Want To Save Money On My Energy Bill?
The British Fenestration Rating Council (BFRC) has a website that can help homeowners and businesses to calculate quality, costs, and savings of new windows and doors. Or, you can come straight to Harvey’s. At Harveys, we have an extensive range of solutions aimed to offer high levels of thermal insulation at an affordable cost. Whether you want to save money by installing new windows, or upgrade your existing windows with replacement sealed units, we’ve got a solution for you.
What Next?
The energy crisis is daunting for everyone, but there’s no need to panic. Relax… you’re with Harveys. To learn more about how to save money on your heating bill, please get in touch today for a quote on new, energy-efficient Upvc windows.
