draught proofing
How to Insulate a 100 Year Old House
Short answer: How to insulate a 100 year old house? Start with the roof and the draughts, fix any damp first, and only then tackle the walls with breathable materials. A house built around 1926 almost certainly has solid brick or stone walls, not a cavity to fill, so the modern quick fixes do not […]
How Do You Stop Draughts Around Windows and Doors? The Allen Key Trick and Five Cheap Seals
The short answer: How to stop draughts around windows and doors? Start with the Allen key trick on any uPVC frames: open the window, find the small adjustment cams in the frame, and turn them with an Allen key so the sash pulls tighter shut. Then add five cheap seals: a letterbox brush, a keyhole […]
How Much Does Secondary Glazing Cost in the UK? The Cheaper Way to Beat Winter Heat Loss
The short answer Secondary glazing cost: typically £300 to £500 per window installed in the UK, according to Checkatrade’s 2026 price guide. For a typical three-bedroom semi-detached house, a whole-project quote averages around £2,314. That is substantially less than full double glazing replacement, which runs £500 to £1,250 per uPVC window and £8,000 to £15,000 […]