While there is no questioning the importance of having good quality glazing during the cold winter and hot summer months, many homeowners don’t choose to go for triple glazing. In the past, only about 10% went for it. Today, over 90% have chosen double glazing. This is because they have found that this is all they need to keep their homes at an appropriate temperature. Regardless of what you know or think you know about triple or double-glazed windows, the following are some things that you might want to consider before deciding on a particular option.
Double Glazing vs Triple Glazing: The Differences Explained
When deciding the replacement of your windows, you want to make an informed decision. What better way to do so than to consider the facts? Lower energy bills, new frames, improved performance and security come with ACME Homes.
Energy Efficiency
Perhaps the most popular reason for people choosing to upgrade their existing windows is to improve the energy efficiency of their home. When choosing windows for your home, make sure you opt for dual glazing. Its insulation properties far exceed those of single glazed windows and its U-Value is as low as 0.8 thanks to advances in technology recently. You should also keep in mind that the lower this rating the better it is for heat retention.
So, without doubt, triple glazing is the most energy efficient choice of window, but at a premium cost. In reality, unless you are living in temperatures of -20 degrees Celsius, you won’t really reap the rewards of triple glazing over double glazing. For the reduction in price that we will soon discuss, double glazing is more than adequate for your average home. This is why the vast majority of residents opt for it.
Noise Pollution
The number of glazing layers that you put on your windows will depend on the location where you live. For example, if you are living nearby airport want to protect your home from the sound of cars and Airplanes, then you might consider going for triple glazing. And similarly if you're tired of rattling noises and outside noise as a whole and would like something a little quieter in your home, then double glazing might be just what you need.
Condensation
When the winter hits, taking care of all those windows can become a real task. Each and every window seems to have condensation on it somewhere, which makes things rather difficult. Windows and doors suffer from condensation. This is especially common during the colder winter months. Triple glazing can help to prevent some of the condensation from building up, but double glazing installed and fitted correctly will also be efficient at keeping dampness away.
Security
It's well known that house robberies are committed by people who break the windows. The more panes of glass that a potential burglar has to go through the harder they will find it, which is why triple glazed windows provide unmatched security.
How Much Do Tripled Glazed Windows Cost?
The cost of installing a triple glaze window is typically 50% higher than the comparably sized double glazed alternative. Triple glass windows are heavier and more difficult to install, costing companies in labour and installation. This doubles their delivery time, meaning potentially higher transport charges.
Triple Glazing: Is It Really Worth It?
Have we just answered that question in the last section? Possibly. However, while we would recommend that the vast majority of people in the UK are best opting for double glazing windows, there are instances when triple glazing is the better option. It's not uncommon for ACME residents to see planes when they look out of the window. Whether you live in the Chester area or West Lancashire, there are airports nearby that may cause some disturbance if you don't have soundproof windows.
Ultimately, it’s up to you to choose. You don’t have to make any decisions alone. Feel free to contact us, Maghull Double Glazing team and we will most definitely provide you with any help and guidance you might require. Fitting new windows isn’t a decision that should be taken lightly; hence why we are more than happy to guide you through the process step-by-step.