10 Ways To Secure Your Home This Winter

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10 Ways To Secure Your Home This Winter

December 9, 2021

The festive period is, of course, a time of great celebration. Unfortunately, it’s also the time of year when your home is most at risk of burglary. Theft increases over Christmas while people leave homes unoccupied and full of valuable presents. Thankfully, here at Emerald Windows and Doors, we offer a range of high-quality products with top security features that...

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Are sash windows more expensive than casement windows?

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Are sash windows more expensive than casement windows?

July 12, 2021

If you are looking to replace your windows, you will notice that there are many different styles to choose from. Two extremely popular styles amongst South West homeowners are casement windows and sliding sash windows. But which out of these two favourite styles is more expensive? In this buyers guide we will break down the differences between these two types of...

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How to choose windows to suit your period property

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How to choose windows to suit your period property

June 23, 2021

Choosing the best style windows for your period home is integral for maintaining the character of your property. This will benefit you when it comes to selling as buyers looking for a period home love to see charming features that echo the original style and design of the building, reflective of the era it is from. In previous years it...

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What is a FENSA registered company and do my windows have to be FENSA registered?

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What is a FENSA registered company and do my windows have to be FENSA registered?

May 4, 2021

If you are currently in the market for new windows and doors, it is more than likely you have come across FENSA. But what does it mean to be a ‘FENSA’ registered company, and is it really that important for you to choose a window and door installer that is FENSA registered? What is FENSA? FENSA is a government-authorised scheme...

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Can I change my window into a door?

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Can I change my window into a door?

February 22, 2021

You may have considered replacing your old, tired window with a new patio or bifold door, but associated the work with too much hassle involved; needing to arrange builders, structural engineers, electricians, and even plumbers, and decided otherwise to save yourself the stress. Fortunately, at Emerald Windows, we offer a turn-key solution for homeowners wishing to transform their current room...

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Astragal Bars vs Georgian Bars

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Astragal Bars vs Georgian Bars

February 16, 2021

The purpose of using bars in double glazing has evolved significantly since the 18th century, where they served as a support for multiple small panes of glass to be held together as what was a hassle-free alternative to large panes of glass. Due to modern manufacturing, the Astragal and Georgian bars we know today provide entirely different benefits, which you...

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Do new windows help sell a house?

Windows

Do new windows help sell a house?

October 28, 2020

If you’re thinking about selling your home, older windows might deter buyers who are looking for something move-in ready and more energy-efficient. We have put together a list of benefits you will receive when you replace your old windows to increase saleability. New windows will improve energy efficiency New energy-efficient windows are a great selling point. According to consumer reports,...

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Which are the best quality uPVC windows?

Windows

Which are the best quality uPVC windows?

August 21, 2020

uPVC is the most popular material used for windows in homes today. This comes as no surprise with the modern manufacturing processes available, making it possible to replicate a traditional timber appearance whilst remaining maintenance-free. To ensure a quality uPVC window, it is crucial to choose a brand that offers a premium profile. At Emerald, we realise that it is...

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The benefits of acoustic laminated glass

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The benefits of acoustic laminated glass

July 14, 2020

Regardless of how important you may deem the physical appearance of your windows and doors, the main components of high-quality double glazing are dependent on their insulating properties, and the level of safety they provide. This can be initially overlooked by homeowners when in the market for new windows and doors, as it is easy to forget the significance of...

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What our customers are saying

We pride ourselves on the hundreds of customer reviews that we have collected over our many years of trading. Why not read some of our testimonials yourself, and see how our customers have rated their experience with our service.

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Replacing patio door with a window

Emerald windows were brilliant. The patio door was removed and replaced with a window. All work was carried out from bricking up the outside to plastering the inside. Great work...

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Local Family Friendly Company

We worried about choosing a window company. We looked at all the usual national firms but we preferred the feel of a smaller local family run business as the rep...

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Stephanie C

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Very Pleased

Very pleased with the whole process from Mark letting us see and touch the product in the showroom in Swindon (many don't!), to a transparent price breakdown, no "buy now...

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Casey Collins

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Highly Recommended

Highly recommend Emerald Windows and Doors; new Front and back doors fitted yesterday. Cannot praise Mark the Fitter enough, courteous, friendly and very helpful. Top job with attention to detail...

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Michelle Webb

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Emerald Windows – A Quality Product

Emerald windows have just installed a new composite front door to our property. We are very pleased with the product and the installers were polite, professional and have carried out...

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