How Insulating Windows for Winter Will Save You Money
Posted on 23rd November 2023 at 08:54
If you pay your own energy bills, or contribute to them, you know the struggle of winter inflation. While you can wrap up under the covers with a hot beverage and comfort food, it doesn’t provide the same warmth your heater does. But the cost of constant heating amounts, so what can you do to prevent this?
Want to know how to keep heat in your house? Read on to learn how to save on energy bills and check for poorly insulated windows.
How Does Poor Window Insulation Cost Money?
Your heater works hard to supply warmth to the entire room, but heat loss means it can’t rest. At least 18% of heat escapes through gaps in windows and doors. The space is bound to get colder once your heater is off, and you’ll soon find yourself doing whatever possible to stay warm.
Boiling the kettle? Cooking a hot meal? Using an electric blanket? Turning back on the heating? This extra usage will drive up your energy costs. But thermal secondary glazing will give your heater a break with additional insulation.
How Much Can I Save?
In comparison to a single-glazed and semi-detached gas-heated home, installing A rated windows could save you £155 per year and 375kg of carbon dioxide. Not only does this ensure an energy-efficient and cost-effective winter, but a safer one too.
While the cost of secondary glazing varies on the supplier, quality, and materials, the average cost is £1,000 - £2,000 per window, excluding VAT and installation fees.
How Can I Check My Window Insulation?
Ideally, you should already know the energy rating of your windows, but it’s easy to check if you don’t. There should be a label on or in your window, or you can check the invoice if you have it. If not, ask a:
Household member
Former tenant or owner
Landlord or estate agent
Council or housing association
Residential assistant
Professional
If not it’s not possible to check, you can physically check your room instead for:
Mould
Damp
Cold spots
Condensation
Draught
Peeling paint
What Types of Windows Have the Best Insulation?
The best insulating windows for winter depends on your budget and the size of your property. Both double and secondary glazing offer better thermal insulation than single-glazed windows. However, double glazing requires planning permission because the original window needs to be removed, which changes the architectural integrity of the build.
Whereas heritage sites benefit from secondary glazing, which doesn’t require planning permission. This sits alongside the original window, providing better insulation and soundproofing.
Heat-loss windows don’t just depend on the glass type, but on the frame too. Similarly, vinyl, wood, and fibreglass frames all provide better insulation than metal frames.
Secondary Glazing at NRG Glass
Considering heat-loss windows? The best insulating windows for winter are just a click away! Installing new windows is the best way to keep heat in your home without all the menial tasks that come with it. Our secondary glazing is high-quality and improves thermal insulation by 70%.
NRG Glass provides an economical, stress-free way of installing thermal secondary glazing without the hassle of hidden costs. Contact us today to enquire about our services. Alternatively, read our previous blog to discover the benefits of secondary glazing.
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