Replacement windows and doors must meet more exacting standards, helping you save on heating. The Governments’ new glazing regulations came into force April 2002.

At The Original Box Sash Window Company you find the perfect blend of lasting beauty of traditional timber glazing bars and mouldings, and state of the art technology that meets the new, stringent regulations.

With our windows and doors you can therefore be confident of a unique combination of original good looks and the full benefits of modern manufacturing and installation methods.

What are the new regulations ? These are government measures to save fuel by containing the heat loss from buildings. How do the regulations effect me ? You have to comply by the law. It means a minimum standard of windows/doors must be fitted.

How are the regulations policed ?

By your Local Authority, through the existing Building Control procedure.

What if I don’t bother ?

The installer gets a hefty fine and you have to replace your windows/doors again. The Government is also going to make the “Sellers Pack” part of house conveyancing law. So evidence of compliance with the regulations will be essential.

Does it mean extra cost to me ? Minimal. Does it mean a longer wait for installation ? Nol. Does it mean longer on site ? Nol.

Will it help to maintain the value of my house ?

Period and character houses hold their prices better than modern ones. In today’s market, keeping up maintenance in a profession way, and re-placing modern features with ones authentic to the original design, is the way to maximise value.

Am I going to get involved in a lot of paperwork ?

No, we do it all for you.

Are there a practical benefits to me ?

Yes: Increased value of house

Less fuel bills.

Installation monitored.

Deposit insured.

Guarantee insured.

Better quality windows and doors.