Energy Saving Glazing

The double glazing industry has gone through a few changes to help customers which now means double glazed windows are to be rated the same way as white goods, such as fridges. This is controlled by the BFRC (British Fenestration Rating Council) allowing windows that have been tested to display a rating from A – G with an A rating being the best.

You are probably asking why you should choose windows that carry a ‘C’ rating or higher when you have replacement windows for your home;

Reason 1. They are better for the environment

Reason 2. They help save you money

Basically our energy rated windows use the suns FREE solar power to help heat your house throughout. The also help insulate your home because ‘heat loss’ through your windows is kept to a minimum. With this in mind you can see how this will help dramatically lower your gas and or electric energy bills. Please note that when you looking for a uPVC window bear in mind only windows carrying ‘C’ rating or higher are considered ‘Energy Saving’.

With rising energy costs, fuel costs and living costs, the last thing you want to do is throw valuable money out of the window and at the same time do damage to the planet. Significant advancements have been made ensuring Homeshield’s PVCu products installed in your home retain heat and reduce the amount of energy you use leading to visible benefits for both the environment and your pocket.

Launched in March 2004, the Window Energy Rating label is similar to that used on many white goods in our homes. Window products are scored on a scale of A - G, with an A rated windows being more energy efficient than one which is G rated. This allows individuals to quickly and easily choose the windows most suitable for your needs. Homeshield can help you balance your needs between efficiency and cost-effectiveness providing you with the best for your home.

Homeshield uses Pilkington K Glass™ because it is the best glass on the market and is a superior product the reason we use it is because of the properties of the glass which is as follows: For optimum self-cleaning and thermal performance, combine Pilkington Activ™ Blue with Pilkington K Glass™ or Pilkington Optitherm™ SN in an Insulating Glass Unit. This ‘next generation’ glass combines dual-action, self-cleaning properties with solar control performance for a cooler internal environment. This greatly increases the number of days in the year when the conservatory can be used in comfort. All this means that your home will be Warmer in winter and cooler in summer.