Where homeowners and landlords are most exposed
- Rear windows and glazed back doors
- Patio and bifold doors
- Externally beaded windows
- Glass in doors and low windows that is not safety glass
Glass that suits homeowners and landlords
Laminated glass or security units fitted to the windows you already have, so a smashed pane is much harder to get through.
from £162 inc VATLearn moreLaminated safety glass for front, back and side doors, so smashing the glass to reach the lock inside becomes slow, noisy work.
from £150 inc VATLearn moreLarge laminated and toughened units for patio, sliding and bifold doors, so the widest glass in your home is no longer the weakest.
from £354 inc VATLearn moreSecurity tape, bead clips and fixings that stop glass being removed from outside on externally beaded windows and doors.
from £54 per window inc VAT, min. £174Learn moreFailed, misty double-glazed units replaced with new sealed units that have a laminated pane, keeping your existing frames.
from £150 inc VATLearn morePoints to plan for
- Start with the openings that are hidden from the street.
- Check that the frames and locks are sound before upgrading the glass.
- Upgrade misted units to laminated glass when they are replaced anyway.
- Landlords should keep a record of the glass fitted in each property.
Questions from homeowners and landlords
Which windows should I upgrade first?
Ground-floor windows and glazed doors at the back and side of the house, where a break-in is least likely to be seen.
Can laminated glass go in my existing windows?
Usually, yes, if the frames are sound and the rebate is deep enough. The survey confirms it.
Should landlords fit security glass?
It can reduce the risk of break-ins and repair calls. Safety glass is the priority wherever glass is in a door or low window.
Will laminated glass change how my windows look?
No. Clear laminated glass looks the same as standard glass.