Here at Dual Glaze Services Ltd we have worked on an increasing number of garage conversions in the Billericay and Essex areas in recent years.

It seems in that today’s economic climate more and more homeowners are turning to garage conversions to provide a quicker and more affordable solution to their space needs.

As home improvement projects go, garage conversions usually provide additional value to the property and unlike full-blown extensions, do not usually require formal planning permission.

However, there are a couple of hoops to jump through to create your dream garage conversion and it’s advisable to do a bit of investigative work before diving in.

One of the most important considerations of any garage conversion is removing the garage door and infilling, usually with a dwarf wall and a double-glazed window. Your window design will need to comply with building regulations – particularly if it needs to be suitable for means of escape if the room formed is an inner room.

Homeowners who are unsure about the regulatory/planning process should seek guidance – call us for further information.

As experienced double glazing experts in Billericay, at Dual Glaze Services Ltd we have worked on a variety of garage conversions. Our fully trained staff will provide advice on which glazing products are more suitable to your conversion as well as organise any planning and building regulation compliance, allowing you to concentrate on the fun aspects of your project such as picking out the furniture.

All garage conversions require ventilation. Any new windows installed will need to have a certain amount of openings and discreet trickle vent strips if they are to satisfy building standards.

The British Fenestration Rating Council (BFRC) window energy label provides a guide to consumers on the performance of different window types which can play a major factor in your choice of garage window. A or B rated windows are the top performers as far as energy efficiency goes which can greatly reduce your annual energy bills.

For more information or advice on your garage conversion, contact us here at Dual Glaze Services Ltd on 01268 330521.