Window & Door Installation Blog

Advice and guides from the Window Installers Exeter team

Practical information for Exeter homeowners thinking about new windows, doors or double glazing - covering costs, planning, what to expect on installation day and more.

14 October 2026

uPVC Window Repairs In Exeter: Hinges, Locks And Handles

Dropping casements, seized locks, snapped handles and tired gaskets. What uPVC window repairs cost in Exeter, which are quick fixes and when to replace.

12 October 2026

Replacing Windows On The Dartmoor Edge: Chagford, Moretonhampstead And Okehampton

Replacing windows in Chagford, Moretonhampstead or Okehampton? Which council decides, what the Dartmoor appraisals say about timber and uPVC, weather-proofing and costs.

10 October 2026

Replacing Windows In Topsham: The Strand's 1958 Article 4, Dutch Gables And A Tidal Estuary

Replacing windows in Topsham? The 1958 Article 4 direction on The Strand, listed merchants' houses, tidal flooding, parking on fitting day and real costs by street.

8 October 2026

Replacing Windows In Honiton And Ottery St Mary: Fire-Rebuilt Frontages, Cob Cottages And East Devon Consent

Replacing windows in Honiton or Ottery St Mary? Real costs by house type, conservation area and listed building rules from East Devon District Council, and the National Landscape myth.

6 October 2026

Replacing Windows In Dawlish And Teignmouth: Teignbridge Planning, Steep-Street Access And Real Costs

Replacing windows in Dawlish or Teignmouth? How Teignbridge treats conservation areas and listed fronts, scaffold on steep streets and by the sea wall, and prices.

4 October 2026

Replacing Windows In Crediton And Tiverton: Mid Devon Rules, Old Town Frontages And What It Costs

Replacing windows in Crediton or Tiverton? What Mid Devon District Council allows in its conservation areas, real price ranges, and how building regs sign-off works.

2 October 2026

Replacing Windows In Exmouth And Budleigh Salterton: Salt Air, Seafront Terraces And East Devon District Council

What salt spray does to handles and hinges, which frames cope on an exposed seafront, how East Devon District Council treats conservation-area windows, and what coastal spec adds to the price.

30 September 2026

Steel-Look Windows And Doors In Exeter: Real Steel, Aluminium Or uPVC?

Crittall-style glazing in Exeter compared honestly: hot-rolled steel, slim aluminium and uPVC lookalikes, Part L U-values, internal screens, planning limits and real price ranges.

27 September 2026

Building A Porch Or Enclosed Entrance In Exeter: Planning Rules, Glazing And Cost

What counts as a porch, the permitted development limits that actually apply, when building control gets involved, and what an enclosed entrance costs in Exeter. Practical guidance from a local window and door installer.

21 September 2026

Paying For New Windows In Exeter: Deposits, Finance And What Actually Protects Your Money

How much deposit is normal, why the card you pay with changes your rights, and what an insurance-backed guarantee is worth. A plain guide to the money side of buying windows in Exeter.

18 September 2026

Replacing Windows In A Cob Or Solid-Wall Home Near Exeter

Cob, rubble stone and solid brick behave nothing like a cavity wall. Lintels, fixings, breathability and why a standard uPVC job goes wrong on Devon's older properties.

15 September 2026

Window Fitting Day In Exeter: The Mess, What 'Making Good' Means And Who Repairs The Plaster

What really happens to your plaster and render on window fitting day in Exeter, what 'making good' covers in a typical contract, and how to raise snags without breaching your own agreement.

12 September 2026

Window Glass Options In Exeter: Toughened, Laminated, Obscure, Low-E And Solar Control

Toughened or laminated? Obscure level 3 or 5? Low-E, argon and solar control explained for Exeter homes - plus how to read the glass spec on a quote and compare two prices properly.

8 September 2026

What A Double Glazing Guarantee In Exeter Actually Covers

Ten-year guarantee, lifetime guarantee, insurance-backed guarantee - three different things, and only one of them survives the installer going bust. Here's how to read them before you sign.

8 September 2026

Replacing Windows In A Flat In Exeter: Who Decides, Who Pays, Who Signs It Off

Flats do not have permitted development rights, and your lease may not even give you the windows. Here's the order to check things in before you get quotes for a flat in Exeter.

2 September 2026

Conservatory Too Hot In Summer And Too Cold In Winter: Exeter Fixes

Why Exeter conservatories are unusable half the year, which glazing upgrades actually fix it, what building control says, and what the work costs locally.

2 September 2026

Replacing Windows In Stages Or All At Once In Exeter

Splitting a window replacement across a few years costs more per window but less per year. Here is what phasing really costs an Exeter homeowner, and when it makes sense.

27 August 2026

The Best Time Of Year To Replace Windows In Exeter

Winter fitting, spring queues, summer heat and the autumn gap - when to book replacement windows in Exeter, and what each season actually costs you in waiting time.

27 August 2026

Fire Escape Windows: What The Regulations Require In Exeter Homes

Which rooms need an escape window, the clear-opening sizes that count, and how loft conversions and older Exeter properties change the answer. A plain guide to Part B for homeowners.

24 August 2026

New Windows In An Exeter Rental: What Landlords Should Budget Before The 2030 EPC Deadline

Every private rental in England has to reach EPC C by October 2030. Here's where windows sit in that spend for Exeter landlords, what the £10,000 cap really means, and how to time the work around tenancies.

24 August 2026

Which Window Style Suits Your Exeter Home? A Guide By Property Age

Exeter's streets jump from Georgian sashes to post-war estates within half a mile. Here's how to match replacement windows to the age of your house, era by era, without getting it wrong.

22 August 2026

Do You Need A FENSA Certificate In Exeter? What It Covers And How To Get A Lost One Back

A FENSA certificate proves your replacement windows meet building regulations. Here's what it covers in Exeter, what it doesn't, and what to do when yours has gone missing mid-sale.

22 August 2026

Do New Windows Need Trickle Vents? The Part F Rules For Exeter Homes

Trickle vents appear on most replacement window quotes in Exeter, and homeowners rarely know why. Here's what Part F actually requires, the sizes involved, and whether you can say no.

18 August 2026

Aluminium Sliding Doors In Exeter: Costs, Sizes And How They Compare To Bifolds

Aluminium sliding doors are quieter, lower-maintenance and often better-suited to Exeter extensions than bifolds. Here's what they cost, how they're measured, and what to get right before ordering.

18 August 2026

Misted Double Glazing In Exeter: Repair, Replace Or Leave It?

That milky haze between your double glazed panes isn't just cosmetic. Here's what's actually happening, whether repair or replacement is the right call, and what it costs in Exeter.

14 August 2026

Replacing Windows In A Listed Building In Exeter: What You Can And Can't Do

Listed building consent changes everything about window replacement. Here's what the rules actually mean for Exeter's listed properties, what gets approved, and how to avoid the mistakes that lead to enforcement action.

14 August 2026

Roof Lanterns And Skylights In Exeter: What They Cost And What To Know

Roof lanterns and skylights transform dark extensions into usable rooms. Here's what each product does, what you'll pay in Exeter, and what to get right before you order.

10 August 2026

Georgian Bar Windows In Exeter: Do You Need Them And What Are The Options

Georgian bars divide a window into smaller panes. On some Exeter properties they're a planning requirement. On others they're a style choice. Here's how to work out which situation you're in.

10 August 2026

Window Security In Exeter: Locks, Laminated Glass And What To Specify

Windows are the most common entry point in residential burglaries. Here's what actually makes a window secure, what the certifications mean, and what to specify when replacing windows in Exeter.

5 August 2026

Composite Doors In Exeter: Costs, Styles And What To Know Before You Order

Composite doors dominate the front door market in Exeter for good reason. Here's what they cost, which styles suit which properties, and the questions worth asking before you commit.

5 August 2026

Flush Casement Windows In Exeter: What They Are And Whether They're Right For Your Property

Flush casements are the fastest-growing window style in Exeter right now. Here's what makes them different, which properties they suit, what they cost, and where they can cause problems.

1 August 2026

How Much Do Aluminium Windows Cost In Exeter?

Aluminium windows cost more than uPVC but the range is wide. Here's what you'll actually pay for aluminium windows in Exeter, what drives the price, and what questions to ask before you commit.

1 August 2026

Tilt And Turn Windows In Exeter: Are They Worth It?

Tilt and turn windows are showing up in more Exeter homes. Here's what they actually do, where they work well, what they cost, and where they're not the right choice.

29 July 2026

Coloured uPVC Windows In Exeter: Anthracite Grey, Chartwell Green And More

White windows are no longer the default. Here's what coloured uPVC windows cost in Exeter, which colours work for different property types, and what to check before you order.

29 July 2026

Draught-Proofing Windows In Exeter: When It's Worth It And When To Replace

A draughty window isn't always a sign you need new windows. Here's how to work out whether draught-proofing is the right fix for your Exeter home - and when replacement makes more sense.

22 July 2026

How Long Does Window Installation Take In Exeter?

One window or a whole house - the time varies more than most people expect. Here's what actually determines how long window installation takes in Exeter, and how to plan around it.

22 July 2026

Sliding Patio Doors Vs French Doors: Which Is Best For Your Exeter Home?

Both open your home to the garden, but they work differently and suit different properties. Here's how sliding patio doors and French doors compare for Exeter homes - costs, practicalities, and what planners say.

20 July 2026

How Much Do Bi-Fold Doors Cost In Exeter?

Bi-fold doors transform how a room connects to a garden, but the price range is wide. Here's what you'll actually pay in Exeter, what drives the cost, and what to check before you order.

20 July 2026

Casement Windows Or Sash Windows: Which Suits Your Exeter Home?

Exeter's mix of Victorian terraces, Edwardian semis, and modern estates makes the casement vs sash question genuinely tricky. Here's what actually works for each property type - and what the planning rules say.

16 July 2026

Bay Window Replacement In Exeter: Costs, Options And What To Expect

Bay windows are one of the most common features on Exeter's Victorian housing stock - and one of the trickier replacement jobs. Here's what affects the cost and what you need to know before getting quotes.

16 July 2026

How Much Can New Windows Save On Energy Bills In Exeter?

New windows reduce heat loss, but the savings vary more than most people expect. Here's what A-rated glazing actually does for an Exeter home's energy bills and EPC rating.

15 July 2026

Does Double Glazing Reduce Noise? What Exeter Homeowners Need To Know

Double glazing helps with road noise but the results vary widely. Here's what actually determines how much noise your windows block - and when secondary glazing is the better answer.

15 July 2026

How Much Does A New Front Door Cost In Exeter?

Composite, uPVC or timber - front door replacement costs in Exeter vary widely. Here's what you'll actually pay, what affects the price, and what to ask before you commit.

9 July 2026

How To Stop Condensation On Your Windows In Exeter

Condensation on windows is a daily fact of life in damp Devon winters. Here's what causes it, which type signals a failed window, and how to actually stop it.

9 July 2026

Sash Window Repair vs Replacement: What Exeter Homeowners Need To Know

Repair or replace your sash windows? In Exeter's conservation areas and Victorian terraces, the answer isn't always obvious. Here's how to decide.

9 July 2026

uPVC vs Timber Windows In Exeter: Which Is Right For Your Property?

Devon's wet climate makes the uPVC vs timber decision more clear-cut than in most of England. Here's what Exeter homeowners need to weigh up before choosing.

9 July 2026

Are There Grants For New Windows In Exeter? What Help Actually Exists In 2026

Most 'free windows' claims online are out of date or misleading. Here's what funding genuinely exists for Exeter homeowners in 2026, who qualifies, and what to do if you don't.

4 July 2026

Triple Glazing vs Double Glazing: Is It Worth It In Exeter?

Triple glazing costs 30-50% more than double glazing. In Devon's mild climate, the payback period rarely makes financial sense. Here's an honest look at when it does and doesn't.

3 July 2026

How Long Does Double Glazing Last In Exeter?

Most double glazing lasts 20-25 years, but Devon's wet climate and coastal exposure can cut that shorter. Here's what affects lifespan and when to replace.

3 July 2026

Secondary Glazing vs Double Glazing: Which Is Right For Your Exeter Home?

Secondary glazing and double glazing solve similar problems but work differently and suit different property types. Here's how to choose in Exeter.

30 June 2026

Does Double Glazing Add Value To Your Home In Exeter?

New double glazing can add 5-10% to a property's value in the right circumstances. Here's what Exeter homeowners need to know before deciding whether to invest.

30 June 2026

uPVC vs Aluminium Windows: Which Is Right For Your Exeter Home?

uPVC is cheaper and more widely used. Aluminium gives slimmer frames and a modern look. Here's how to choose between them for your Exeter property.

27 June 2026

Signs Your Windows Need Replacing In Exeter

Draughts, misting, rattles and rising heating bills are all telling you something. Here's how to spot the signs that your Exeter home's windows are past their best - and what to do about it.

23 June 2026

How To Choose A Window Installer In Exeter

Not all window installers are the same. Here's what to look for before you book a survey - covering FENSA registration, proper surveys, pricing and the red flags that should make you walk away.

23 June 2026

Do I Need Planning Permission To Replace Windows In Exeter?

Most Exeter homeowners don't need planning permission to replace their windows - but there are exceptions that catch people out. Here's what applies where, and what to do if you're not sure.

22 June 2026

How Much Does Double Glazing Cost In Exeter?

A straight-talking guide to double glazing prices in Exeter - what affects the cost, typical price ranges, and what to watch out for when getting quotes.