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Double Glazing for New Construction
If your new home has yet to be built, you have the option to select double glazing as your choice of windows and doors. In fact, the installation process for new homes may be even easier than that for existing homes. Measurements should be quite precise, and there should be no concern about old and damaged window frames.
You can gather quotes as soon as you have the plans for the home. Blueprints will contain the information needed in order to determine window sizes. If you do not have access to the building plans, ask your home contractor to provide you with this information. The exact window sizes will be needed in order for your contractor to calculate an accurate pricing quote.
You will need to tell your home builder that you have decided to allow another contractor to complete the window installation should you decide to go this route. This should be no problem, as most home builders will contract out this task to another contractor anyway. You will simply be saving him or her this task.
By using double glazing product in your new home, you immediately place yourself in the position to be greener, while saving money on your utilities cost. The installation process will be much easier if you make this decision while the home is still under construction, as you will not be inconvenienced in any way.