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  • Best windows for escaping fires and security

    What are the best windows for a) opening quickly in a fire and b) being as secure as possible from intruders breaking in? I’d like to find the best windows that meet these two criteria.

    Asked by lauren on 20th Oct 2020
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    Pre-coloured or painted uPVC windows

    Is there any advantage to getting coloured uPVC windows rather than just painting them?

    Asked by Catherine on 7th Oct 2022
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    Changing Window to Door and Window

    Hello, Do I need Planning permission to change a current window to a door and window using the existing opening and bricking up the old back door? Also what costs would I be looking at , the opening is 1800mm wide and would be a single glazed door and then a new window to fit the left over opening. Thank you

    Asked by Louise on 3rd Jan 2025
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    Best flooring for a conservatory

    What types of flooring suit a conservatory best?

    Asked by Everson on 1st Jul 2022
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    Pane spacers in windows

    Are pane spacers in windows all the same or are there variations in quality?

    Asked by Simon on 20th Apr 2023
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    cost of removing and replacing eight double glazed windows in the northeast of England

    My partner and I would like to have double glazed windows fitted to our home. We are looking to replace 8 windows in total. We are based in the northeast of England. How much can we expect to pay for this job in total? What will the cost of the windows and the labour costs end up each? How about the cost to have the old windows removed?

    Asked by carole on 14th Aug 2020
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    Window not opening

    Hi, one of our upstairs windows is refusing to open… I was wondering if there is a common reason for this to happen and if it’s most likely a simple fix or something a bit more costly…? I realise it might be difficult to say without seeing it. Many thanks.

    Asked by Naomi on 30th Jan 2023
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    Can I replace the windows in a leasehold flat?

    I need to know if I can have new windows installed in a leasehold flat. If I’m willing to pay myself then does it matter?

    Asked by Robert on 9th Apr 2020
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    Two front doors

    My house has two separate front doors, several metres apart. Can I add a small separate porch to each of them without planning permission? Or does the exception apply to just one door?

    Asked by Mervyn on 21st Oct 2024
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    Can I fit a sliding window by myself?

    Is it feasible for an average DIYer to install a sliding window or should I really leave this to a professional?

    Asked by Bill on 31st May 2022
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