Reducing heat loss from draughty windows
Reducing heat loss from draughty windows can go a long way in not just ensuring your home is comfortable, but also in reducing your energy bills. Draughty windows make it difficult to maintain a constant temperature in your home and force your heating system to work harder than necessary. In this blog, we’ll take a look at some tips to reduce heat loss from draughty windows.
1. Use Weather Stripping: Using weather-stripping is a cost-effective way to reduce heat loss from draughty windows. You can easily apply weather-stripping tape to the edges of your windows to fill any gaps and prevent cold air from seeping into your home.
2. Install Double Glazing: If you have single-pane windows, consider installing double glazing. Double-glazed windows reduce heat loss by up to 50%, making your home more energy-efficient and comfortable. Double-glazing works by trapping air between two panes of glass, creating a barrier that prevents heat from escaping.
3. Insulate Your Windows: Insulating your windows can make a big difference in reducing heat loss. You can use window insulation film or install an insulating window panel. Both of these options trap air between the window and a layer of insulation, creating a barrier that blocks cold air from seeping into your home.
4. Install Window Draught Excluders: Installing window draught excluders is an easy and affordable way to keep your home warm. Draught excluders are made of foam or rubber and fit around the edges of your windows, sealing any gaps and preventing cold air from entering your home.
5. Use Thick Curtains: Thick curtains are a great way to reduce heat loss from draughty windows. You should use curtains made of thick materials such as wool, fleece, or velvet. These materials trap air and help to insulate your windows, reducing heat loss.
6. Seal Window Frames: Window frames often have gaps that allow cold air to enter your home. You can seal these gaps using a silicone sealant. This will prevent cold air from entering your home and reduce heat loss.
7. Use Window Shutters: Installing window shutters is an effective way to reduce heat loss from draughty windows. Shutters create an insulating barrier, preventing heat from escaping through the windows. This reduces the need to turn up the heating system and ultimately save on energy bills.
In conclusion, reducing heat loss from draughty windows can be done through simple and affordable measures. Weather stripping, double glazing, insulating, draught excluders, thick curtains, sealing window frames, and using window shutters are some ways to reduce heat loss. These simple measures will not just make your home comfortable, but also reduce energy bills, making them worth the investment.
A wish come true, Elite Windows and Conservatories have done a superb job building our conservatory from start to finish. Very professional and very friendly service from all involved. In particular the area sales manager Jack Harris who was there giving us advice and following up at every stage of the installation. Very happy with the cost as well. So glad we chose them to fulfil our dream.
Elite Windows did my Conservatory 13 years ago, which is my favourite room in the house. So when my back door broke, there was no hesitation where to go, and I wasn't wrong. Absolutely amazing job from start to finish, even going the extra mile and fixing my Conservatory guttering without even mentioning. Next stop a porch .... Thank you so much, look forward to seeing you soon 😊
I had enquired with a number of window replacement companies and asked neighbours for recommendations , right from the get go Elite Windows kept becoming the front runner. I sent an enquiry into them online and the very next day I received a phone call from one of the office women who arranged for Jack to review my request. Jack promptly called and arranged a visit that same day and gave us a quote. I was impressed with the service so far and the quote as we had 3 x 12ft bay window and 2 x smaller windows to fit was very reasonable and competitive. we signed up and waited 5 weeks to work commenced. The guys who came to fit all the windows were fabulous. they came early , cracked on with the job , tided up as they went along, kept us informed of progress and next steps. on the final day we had to leave them to it and they locked up after themselves and we came home to a completed job , all clean and organised.. Brilliant. A final phone call from the office later that day to see that we were happy with everything and then payment.could not be more pleased.
FANTASTIC service from start to finish. Superb quality doors, windows and solid roof at a good price. Excellent value for money.We're so very pleased with our new conservatory, it has made such a difference. The builders are professional and very skilled. An AMAZING job. I definitely recommend the team at Elite Windows.
