REPLACEMENT WINDOWS

How to measure up for new window replacements

West Yorkshire Windows is always extremely thankful to those customers who supply window measurements at their first appointment with an advisor.

Start by measuring the height and width of the window frame from inside at the top, middle, and bottom, recording the smallest width and largest height measurements for precision. The depth of the window frame also needs determining and the diagonals should be measured to guarantee squareness. Observe the window style too and how it operates, and account for any nearby obstructions.

Rough measurements are more than sufficient as one of West Yorkshire Windows installers will come out to your house following the appointment to get the exact measurements for a seamless fitting of the windows.

Our windows are designed to last.

The life expectancy of a replacement window all hinges on things like the material used in its construction, upkeep, and climate exposure. West Yorkshire Windows’ replacement window designs are built with durability in mind and are designed to last.

Receiving 20 years of guaranteed cover is enough to tell you that our window products offer extreme quality and durability and will perform to the highest standards over a sustained period.

It’s the fine craftsmanship and the dependable materials employed and utilised that make our windows as great as they are and why we have the most supreme confidence in them.

A few things you can bring to your window appointment

In the run-up to your inaugural meeting with a West Yorkshire Windows design advisor, try and get some information together to help them manage the project efficiently and tailor it. Photographs of your existing windows and their surroundings will tell our team a lot about your home and what the windows must entail.

We’ll also be grateful for any window measurements you can supply. Although West Yorkshire Windows will measure up properly ahead of the final fitting, rough measurements help give us some understanding of your window needs.

Most importantly, we want to know what ideas you have for your new windows. You may have a specific style, colour, and material in mind, plus, what you believe to be essential additions. Go into as much detail as you can so that we can design replacement windows that encompass and deliver everything you’ve dreamt up in your imagination.

Your choice of replacement window should be influenced by your house type, practical requirements, and individual taste.

Windows are generally a once-in-a-lifetime purchase, so you want windows that meet one’s needs in every aspect.

The casement window is an enduring classic, offering an outward opening with being hinged on the side, which simplifies cleaning its contemporary aesthetic.

Flush windows are amazingly sleek and minimalist and have a look that can effortlessly blend into a home’s exterior.

Tilt & Turn windows are the most versatile style of the lot, capable of being open inwardly for straightforward cleaning and tilted for measured ventilation.

Bay & Bow windows add great depth to the inside of homes, a bay window doing so with its outward protrusion, against the gentle curvature of a bow window.

Most typically chosen for period and traditional properties, cottage windows are classically designed and great for preserving the original looks of long-standing homes.

A sliding sash window has a vertical sliding facility that moves up and down so flawlessly. It’s a window style commonly found in historic homes.

Choose our slim frame windows if you want the most unobstructive sightlines to enhance your view from the indoors and capture more light internally.

Speak to our professional design experts at West Yorkshire Windows if you need an informed opinion on what style will be best.

The choice of UPVC or aluminium window frames is all dependent on what priorities you have.

UPVC windows are very affordable, easy to maintain, and have strong insulating qualities. They can attain high energy ratings to keep your interiors feeling cosy and heating bills down. UPVC windows are fashioned into many different styles and come in many colour options, so they can match up to most architectural builds. Their weather-resistance rids the requirement for any repainting and keeps overall maintenance low.

Aluminium windows have a very contrasting appearance, with their trim profile allowing for a larger expanse of glass to be incorporated, driving in so much natural light. Incredibly durable, they won’t corrode and have enough ingrained strength to reliably occupy large window openings.

If it’s a low-cost option you’re after that will noticeably improve insulation, UPVC windows could be the ideal solution. However, for contemporary design, resilience, and more glass, aluminium windows are the logical product to buy.

Knowing when the time is up for your old windows will be easy to spot.

All windows have a shelf-life, with some windows lasting for a shorter span of time than others.
It doesn’t take much detective work to identify when a change of windows should be invested in.

Any visible wear and tear on the window frames can bring down your home’s look and traditional timber designs are notoriously hard to get back to an acceptable condition. UPVC or aluminium replacements will restore kerb appeal in an instant and don’t require regular maintenance.

Draughtiness in any room is an indication that your windows are letting cool air in and hot air escape, correlating with a rising energy bill.

Windows that regularly stick as you try to open and close them are likely warped and no longer have the ability to contract back to their original size. Better-fitting windows need to be installed.

Research into the many window styles is how to find one suited to your house type.

Windows are among a home’s strongest features, so it’s vital that you select a replacement window style that complements the architectural character of your dwelling and doesn’t look out of place.

Being considerate of your existing windows is a good base to work from to find the most suitable design.

Sash windows with Georgian bar detailing are a staple of Georgian houses and properties originating from the Victorian era, with casement windows a great fit for Edwardian residences.

Your 90’s/00’s new-build-homes befit styles like the tilt & turn window, and all roads lead to flush aluminium frames in modern self-build projects.