One of the biggest expenses you may have as a property owner is maintenance. Usually, this is the cleaning and general upkeep of a building. You may picture cleaning or repair crews when you think of this. However, maintenance can be proactive, which is where commercial double glazing comes in.
The windows on your building let in a lot of cold air in winter and hot air in summer if they are only a single glaze. This means you have to utilize more energy to keep things cooled down in summer and warmed up in winter. This is like having a very leaky draft in the windows. If you had a draft, you would fix it. With double glazing, you don’t have to worry about drafts.
If you think of double glazing as a proactive form of maintenance, then you will see that it is a great investment that pays for itself over time because you will save money on your energy or fuel costs. You can also give your windows a stylish upgrade, as there are lots of colors and finishes available that can really add to your decor.
Estimates say that you lose anywhere from 50 to 70 percent of your heat through single glazed windows. So your energy efficiency increases and workers will complain less about being cold. If they feel uncomfortable, that can lead to less productivity. With a warmer interior due to double glazing, you can actually increase worker productivity. This is yet another bonus of installing new windows.
Condensation is also reduced considerably with these window types. Condensation can lead to moist conditions, which can also lead to mold and mildew buildup, which can become toxic and cost a lot to clean up. This is especially true if there are any wood or wood products in the building. The moisture builds up and can weaken the wood, causing collapses and dangerous conditions for occupants.
A double glaze also seals out noise better than traditional units. If you are on a busy street, near a train or subway station or simply in the flight path of your local airport, noise pollution can be a big problem, but not if the right window seals out the noise.
Security is also increased with these new window units. With double the barrier to get through, a thief can’t simply throw a rock or stick at the glass to break it. It will be much harder to get in, which is a huge deterrent to potential thieves. This saves you even more money because you will not have to replace stolen items.
To get started, find a local provider and call or fill out their online form to get an estimate. Someone will come out, measure and count the windows and give you options for new ones. Once you choose colors and style, they can calculate the cost and give you an estimate, all for free. If it is acceptable, then you can sign a contract and schedule a date for their crew to come out and install all your new, energy efficient and cost effective windows.
