10 Most Common Double Glazing Mistakes

Everyone has a different budget and thinking behind double glazing. Some people believe in the quality of services and products and some only go for cheap options. People do not make any plans for their double/triple glazing and just dive into the doings.

You may end up being unhappy with your installation and it could result in spending more money on putting it right than expected. The most common mistake people make is by not planning it.

1.Planning & Credentials- When you buy a house you make lots of plans then why not choosing right double glazing companies and do not go to comparison or planning people to take a good advice. Glazing planners help in planning your installation and make your life easier.

You should check your installers credentials and their reviews online and do some research on the company.

2. Initial stage- You make mistakes at three times, 

• Once at sales- 
• once at survey and 
• finally at installation

You should keep it in mind at sales that you ask all the necessary question about products and services and before signing any contract make sure you get everything and is included in the contract. Once Surveyor comes for the final measurement double check everything with him that the items you require are all included and he inspects the property well. Finally, at installation before making final payment inspect your property.

3.Fensa and Glass & Glazing Federation Certified installers- You should check the company is Fensa and GGF certified. Some customers do not ask and see these things at sales. There are lots of benefits of using a Fensa and GGF installers.

4.Paperwork- Most customers do not ask companies about their procedure and do not read their terms and conditions before making a contract. Always get everything in writing – including cost estimates, time frames, product selected etc

5.Designs and Profile- You should check your contract if all the designs and profile is right. Sometimes you make changes after sales but salesmen forget to include them in the contract. Whenever you make any changes make sure they include in the contract.

6. Safety Glass- You should check safety glass should be installed where applicable and should check with Fensa and glass and glazing federation. 

7.Energy Efficient Glazing- Some people do not keep it in mind when going for double glazing.  Energy-efficient windows can help to reduce your home’s energy usage and save you money on power bills for years to come. You should include Agon gas filled or ''A'' rated windows and can calculate your energy efficiency. 

8.Trickle Vents and Child Locks- Customers do not check small items and then at installation or after installation notice these things which cost them extra money and hassle. Always include these things in the contract if necessary.

9.Obscure Glass- Sometimes customers do not ask installers about obscure glass and at installation they find that the privacy level is not as per their imagination. Always go for a higher privacy level for bathrooms and toilets.

10. Windows and Doors opening directions- The last and most common mistakes homeowners make is the direction of their windows and doors openings. There is a great chance of mistakes, you need to open your door on left side and your salesman opens it on right. Always check the drawings and sketches they make and see all the details in the contract otherwise it could be a big trouble.

All the glazing companies follow their contracts strictly you should read terms and conditions and your contract carefully. You can have your hassle free installation with the glazing planner, for the peace of mind hire us and we will do the rest.