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Most of my double glazed windows are misted up. Why does the glass have to be replaced when it is the seals that have gone. Can the glass not just be cleaned and new seals?
Anonymous user 01/03/2024 - 2.47 PM
I asked the firm but did not get a satisfactory reply. Is this not wasteful considering the glass has to be disposed of in landfill?
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4 Answers
SGD Window Services
Rating: 5 out of 5
The previous people haven't mentioned that normally with sealed units that have broken down the constant moisture inside actually stains the glass rendering it useless anyway.
Answered8 June 2013
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ADR Property Maintenance
Rating: 5 out of 5
because its cheaper to make up a new sealed unit , the cost of glass is small compared to the cost of labour
Answered4 April 2012
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Birkenshaw Windows
Rating: 5 out of 5
All your old windows get re cycled so don't worry about it. It's usually cheaper to get brand new units, these should also carry a guarantee and you can also upgrade to Pilkington EnergiKare if you are replacing most or all your units.
Answered18 April 2012
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Sharpes Windows and Doors
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hi as previous person said it is cheaper to make a new unit , you may find some installers will recycle all old glass , all our glass wate goes to be turned in to insulation fibers , ask the question when getting people to quote .
Answered13 April 2012
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