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According to financial experts KPMG UK, the UK economy could see some growth in 2025. With pay increasing and interest rates coming down, making savings less attractive, we are more inclined to make the big-ticket purchases we have been putting off.
Home improvements are one of the things that we tend to postpone when there is economic uncertainty, or when we’re getting a good return on our savings with higher interest rates. But when the time is right, as is looking more likely in 2025 and beyond, they offer a fantastic opportunity to add value to our homes.
Aluminium windows and doors offer fantastic value for money because they are built to last, are timeless in design, and can already offer specifications that are well ahead of current Building Regulations, ensuring peace of mind today, and for the future.
The future is aluminium home improvements
Investing in home improvements doesn’t tend to happen very often so it’s important we get it right first time and choose products that are not only fit for purpose today, but that also cater to your needs for the long term and hopefully add value at the same time. Here are just some of the ways aluminium windows and doors can future-proof your home.
Energy Efficiency
Most windows in existing UK homes do not meet the current Building Regulations for energy efficiency because they were installed before the regulations became more stringent. This means that by replacing your windows with a more modern alternative, you are likely to benefit from energy savings and reduced fuel bills.
The current requirement for windows is a Window Energy Rating of B, but with aluminium home improvements already able to achieve an A++, they are likely to stay ahead of Building Regulations for some time, allowing you to future-proof your property for the long term. While it’s true that PVC-U and timber windows and doors can also boast good energy efficiency, they may not fare as well as aluminium for future-proof design and low maintenance so it’s worth considering the whole picture before you place your order.
Low Maintenance
Aluminium is a great material choice for low-maintenance home improvements. While your new aluminium windows and doors require regular cleaning, as any material does, they don’t need painting or varnishing in the same way as timber, and they don’t expand and contract in hot and cold weather in the way PVC-U options can, often leading to forced openings or closures that lead to damage. This means aluminium is easier to look after and is likely to stay in good condition for longer.
Strength and durability
The strength of aluminium as a building material is among the best. It has inherent strength and durability that ensures windows and doors made from the material are likely to last longer than home improvements made from other materials. Add to this the fact that, as we have seen above,e aluminium is not affected by temperature, so it doesn’t flex, contract, warp, or expand in the extreme hot and cold weather conditions we are now seeing more often in the UK. It can therefore offer stability and structural integrity, making it a strong long-term choice.
Timeless Design
Aluminium home improvements have been rising in popularity since the early 2000’s and are showing no sign of slowing down. This is in part due to their sleek and modern design, but more recently, it is also because the material meets the more stringent sustainability requirements of today’s market.
According to the Council for Aluminium Building (CAB) aluminium is almost 100% recyclable without losing any of the material’s characteristics. This means it is often recycled more than once. In fact, it is estimated that 75% of all aluminium produced over the last 140 years is still being used today. The material also has a lifespan of 30-40 years which makes it a great long-lasting choice for the environment as well as for your home.
Choose your aluminium home improvements with confidence
If you have been holding back on upgrading your home for a while but are now feeling confident enough to invest in your property, it is time to find a trustworthy supplier to make sure your long-awaited dream comes to fruition with minimum disruption. Good installers will also offer honest advice about the products they offer, and which will be best suited to your property and your needs both now and in the future. We have carefully selected Reynaers at Home Partners who follow a strict code of conduct to make sure our high-quality products are installed to a high standard, giving you peace of mind that your new windows and doors will last the distance. Find your local partner here and start your home improvement journey today.
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