DRAUGHT PROOFING
Benefits of Draught Proofing
Windows and Doors
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Draught proofing your windows reduces outside noise coming into your home by up to 80%.
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Re-sealing and draught proofing your sash windows avoids expensive replacement.
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The cost can be quickly recovered by the energy savings, whilst you enjoy a warmer, quieter home.
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Poor draught proofed windows cost Britain more than £200 million every year: enough to heat 250, 000 homes.
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Your home can look attractive with historical and elegant windows, whilst incorporating modern techniques to maintain efficient heat retention.
Draughts can be a major source of discomfort in older buildings which often result in the heating being turned up or run for longer. Eliminating them is an important step in saving energy. Old loose sash windows are particularly prone to allowing in draughts, losing as much as as 40-50% of your heat. Draught proofing / insulation windows and doors is one of the cheapest and least intrusive methods of improving the thermal performance of windows and doors.
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How Draughts Are Eliminated?
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One of our experienced joiners will visit your property and conduct a free, initial survey; from this we can ascertain the condition of your windows.
The sash window is dismantled and the pulleys checked, cleaned and lubricated. All the sash cords are replaced and the sashes weighed and the correct counter-balances are set.
Any paint on areas that obstruct the movement of the window is removed and the parting beads and staff beads are renewed with a draught inlaid carrier bead; the sashes are then re-fitted in correct alignment with the beading.
All the exposed timber is painted with a white primer, making good to finish. The sashes and pulleys are waxed and checked for operation.