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National Window Scrappage Scheme – Will It Save the Planet
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The Glass & Glazing Federation (GGF) has recently petitioned the government to introduce a National Window Scrappage Scheme. Under the proposed scheme it is hoped that householders will be encouraged to scrap their old poorly insulated windows in return for a £1,000 grant towards the installation costs of new, professionally installed, energy efficient ones. Consumer benefits would include the £1000 saving, a domestic cosmetic facelift, lower fuel bills and more energy efficient homes.
So could uPVC windows and doors be the answer to saving the planet?
No doubt any upturn in sales would trigger questions about the disposal of old PVC windows and doors in an environmentally responsible way. Despite the fact that it is often said that PVC is…
The Window Scrappage Scheme is designed to save you money
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How can a window actually save you money? Because they help you save energy and reduce the fuel bills in your home!
As fuel costs continue to be high and we become more concerned about the environment, it is important that you focus on how energy efficient your home is.
Energy Saving Trust research reveals that almost half the UK’s carbon dioxide emissions come from energy we use every day. In 2005 alone, total UK CO2 emissions were almost 554 million tonnes. 27% (153 million tonnes) of those emissions came from the energy we use to heat, light and power our homes, contributing to climate changes.
But saving energy will not only help the environment in the long term. It…
Conservatory Outlet Supports The Windows Scrappage Scheme
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Conservatory Outlet are fully supporting The Glass & Glazing Federations (GGF) petition to lobby the government to introduce a windows scrappage scheme. The scheme aims to encourage householders to scrap their old poorly insulated windows in return for a grant for £1000 from the government towards the installation of new energy efficient windows. The ePetition is set up on the Prime Ministers Official website www.number10.gov.uk and you can sign the petition for the windows scrappage scheme at http://petitions.number10.gov.uk/windowscrappage/.
In an effort to combat global warming the UK government has set a target of reducing CO2 levels by 30% by 2030. The Windows Scrappage Scheme would help the government meet these targets by acting as an incentive for UK households to…
Conservatory Outlet joins the Glass & Glazing Federation (GGF)
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The Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF) is a trade association for companies who make, supply or fit flat glass and related products. This includes Double Glazing, Energy Efficient Windows, Replacement Windows, Doors, Conservatories, Orangeries, applied film, hardware, safety glazing, sealants, fire resistant glass, emergency glazing, decorative glass, secondary glazing, solar control and plastics.
Improving Your Home
When looking for replacement windows, double glazing, Energy Efficient windows, doors or to add a conservatory or orangery to your home where do you start?
The Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF) is a trade association that represents over 60% of the home improvement industry. The GGF’s opinion is also regularly sought by Government on Regulation and Consumer issues.
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FENSA | Why Homeowners should use a FENSA Registered Installer for Windows & Doors
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FENSA stands for the Fenestration Self-Assessment Scheme. It has been set up by the Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF) and other industry bodies with Government encouragement in response to the current Building Regulations for England and Wales.
When having windows and doors replaced homeowners must comply with current thermal peformance standards and ensure that they get a certificate of compliance from FENSA or from Local Authority Building Control. FENSA also enables companies that install replacement windows and doors to self certify compliance under these Building Regulations.
FENSA does not apply to commercial premises or New Build properties. In both of these instances you are required to go through the Local Authority Building Control process. FENSA Registration is also not applicable…
