Low, flat and exposed to the weather
Because the ground here is low lying and close to the coast, there is little to break the wind before it reaches a house wall. Over years that constant pressure works old frames loose at the corners and pushes rain past worn seals, which is why so many calls we get from this area mention draughts around the frame edges or water finding its way onto the sill inside.
New windows fitted properly, with the right drainage and sealant detail around the frame, cope with this far better than tired originals. It is less about buying the most expensive option and more about correct fitting, which is where a lot of older installations in this area let residents down.
Estate style windows that match your neighbours
The bungalows and semis built across these estates tend to share a similar window layout, usually straightforward casements with a simple opening pattern. We can match that estate look closely while upgrading the performance underneath, so the house still fits in but no longer lets the weather through.
- Casement windows in styles that match common estate layouts
- Improved weatherproofing at frame joints for exposed walls
- Bungalow specific sizing for single storey properties
Fed up with draughts off the coast?
Book a free survey and get a fixed written price for windows and doors built to handle the exposure around Moreton.
Keeping costs sensible
We know a lot of homeowners here are working to a set budget, so we give a fixed written price after a free survey and are upfront about what you are getting for it. There is no pressure to add extras you do not need. If a straightforward specification does the job for your house, that is what we will quote, and we will say so honestly rather than steering you towards a higher specification you do not need for the exposure your particular house actually faces.
A front door that stands up to the wind
A front door facing straight into the wind off the coast needs to seal well and stay solid on its hinges. Our composite and uPVC doors are built with multi-point locking and weather seals designed for exactly this kind of exposure, so you are not left with a door that whistles or lets cold air through the letterbox on a windy night.
Fitting in exposed conditions
Fitting in a spot this exposed also changes how a job runs on the day. Wind can make it harder to handle larger panes safely, so our installers keep an eye on forecasts and plan bigger openings for calmer weather where possible rather than forcing a fit in poor conditions. We also make sure any temporary opening is properly weathered overnight if a job runs across more than one day, so the house is never left exposed to driving rain partway through.
Once the new windows and doors are in, we talk homeowners through simple upkeep, such as keeping drainage channels clear of salt residue and grit, which helps the seals and hardware keep performing well against the coastal weather for years rather than months.
Bungalow specific considerations
Single storey bungalows often have different window proportions to two storey semis, sometimes wider and lower to suit the roofline. We size and specify accordingly rather than assuming a standard semi layout, which keeps the finished look proportionate to the house.
Moreton questions and answers
- Will new windows actually stop the draughts we get here?
- In most cases, yes, provided the old frames are simply worn rather than the wall around them being damaged. A well fitted modern window with correct sealant and drainage detail copes far better with wind driven rain than an ageing frame.
- Can you match the windows on the rest of the estate?
- We can usually match the general look of estate housing closely, using a similar casement pattern, while improving the seals and glazing behind it.
- Do bungalows cost less to reglaze than a two storey semi?
- It depends on the number and size of openings rather than the number of storeys, but a bungalow survey lets us give you an accurate fixed price either way.
- Is a composite door worth it if the house faces the wind?
- It is a sound choice for an exposed front door because of the solid core and sealing, though a well specified uPVC door can also perform well. We will talk through both at survey.
- How quickly can you survey a job in Moreton?
- Call our freephone number and we will arrange a free survey at a time that suits you, with a written price to follow.