Double Glazing And Climate Change
View PDF | Print View
by: doubleglazingforum
Total views: 40
Word Count: 411
When it comes to installing double glazing in your home you are often met with a plethora of views about money saving and heat loss – so does double glazing really save you money? And is it the answer to the climate change issue that is on everyone’s lips?
Our homes are responsible for a large proportion of the UK's overall CO2 emissions which have a direct impact on the acceleration of climate change. Therefore it is important to consider green and environmentally friendly features when you come to buy a home. Whatever you are thinking of doing or whatever your views on politics this is something that will affect us all in the future and so it is a good idea to act now.
And do not think that this only affects people who are moving home, whatever your circumstances it is good to be but concerned about the impact you have on the environment. There are many control measures that you can put into place so why note take a fresh look at your home and consider some of the ways you could make it greener.
Double glazing is an excellent way to make your home better insulated, and hence warmer. Insulating your home will also have a positive effect on the environment.
Double Glazing works by using two double panes of glass with trapped air in between them. This trapped air acts as a barrier to heat, sound, in fact to anything trying to escape through your windows. Double glazing through using this process will cut your homes heat loss by fifty percent which in the long run will mean a considerable money saving for you. However double glazing isn’t a short term win when it comes to money saving. It is costly to install and the returns are not something that you see immediately. It will however cut your carbon emissions and make the world a better place to live in for future generations which has to be a good reason for getting it installed.
Once you have double glazing installed you will immediately be aware that your house seems less draughty and more sound proof. According to The Energy Saving Trust you should start to see and impact in your bank balance too. Once installed double glazing should save you £80 to £100 a year on your energy bills. This also equates to 740 kg a year in CO2, which is definitely doing your bit towards saving the planet.
About the Author
More information on double glazing companies, including double glazing reviews is available from the double-glazing-forum.com, which is completely free to join and has reviews of double glazing companies including Anglian, Everest and Safestyle windows.
Rating: Not yet rated
Comments
No comments posted.Add Comment
You do not have permission to comment. If you log in, you may be able to comment.