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25 Aug 2010 09:12
Corby Borough Council wants solar panels for residents
Council house residents in Corby could be getting free electricity during the day, courtesy of solar panels.
Corby Borough Council wants solar panels for residents
Council houses in Corby may be getting solar panels in a bid to reduce energy costs for residents.
The town's borough council is in talks with utility firms over the viability of the initiative, which would make it the first Northamptonshire authority to implement such a scheme, the BBC reports.
Installation of solar panels will allow residents to have access to electricity that is completely free during the day, while the council will generate funds by selling surplus energy back to the National Grid through the feed-in tariff.
Corby Borough Council is now looking at schemes in other areas to see how best to implement the scheme.
Stoke-on-Trent is one local authority that is installing photovoltaic solar panels on tenants houses, announcing the plans last week.
Corby council's chief executive Chris Mallender told the BBC: "It's one of those deals that sounds too good to be true but in truth it's part of the push to generate more electricity from renewables and reduce carbon."
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24 Aug 2010 09:13
Double glazing installation 'has benefits for business'
Businesses will save carbon and money immediately by installing double glazing, it is claimed.
Double glazing installation 'has benefits for business'
Businesses that invest in energy-saving measures such as double-glazed windows will reap the benefits immediately, it is claimed.
According to the Carbon Trust Footprinting Company, more firms are starting to think about their carbon footprint and how they can reduce their emissions.
But of course it is not just the planet that benefits from these actions, the businesses themselves can save a significant amount of money, according to the group's general manager Euan Murray.
"Investing in more energy efficient equipment of any kind has real environmental and economic benefits to all businesses," he said.
Energy is usually the number one hot spot for companies looking to reduce their carbon footprints, Mr Murray adds, so reducing energy loss by introducing double glazing is a smart move.
Purchasing double-glazed windows and doors is one of the most popular home improvements for Brits, according to the latest Halifax research.
Anglian Home Improvements specialise in Double Glazing and high quality replacement windows and have been trading since 1966. For more information on our windows click here.
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06 Aug 2010 09:13
Conservatories 'can add to value of home'
Homeowners looking to sell their home can add appeal and value to it with a conservatory.
Conservatories 'can add to value of home'
Building a conservatory on a property could boost its value and appeal on the housing market, it has been suggested.
Double Glazing Guy reports that adding a distinguishing feature to a house can help if the owners are looking to sell in the current economic climate.
It reports that buyers with a family or those who like to invite people over to their household regularly will favour the more open space.
The article also says: "When people cast their eye on a conservatory, it immediately triggers visions of elegance, class and opportunities."
Other elements like windows and double glazing could help the attractiveness of a property too.
Royal Mail Home Insurance recently released research that suggests 61 per cent of people plan to enhance their home in the next two years.
Out of that figure, conservatories make up 32 per cent of that figure, AboutMyArea has reported.
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30 Jul 2010 03:41
MP applauds efforts to help homeowners get more energy efficient
Chloe Smith, MP for Norwich North, recently toured the factory floor of Anglian Home Improvements, a major employer in the Norwich Airport industrial estate, and applauded the innovation shown by the business to help homeowners improve the energy efficiency of their properties.
Miss Smith saw Anglian Home Improvements’ glass shop to understand more about the manufacturing techniques that create B-rated, thermally efficient windows, which are produced as standard across all Anglian Home Improvement products. Anglian Home Improvements is also offering its own £2,000 windows scrappage scheme to kickstart UK households into replacing old windows with energy efficient versions, in order to help reach the Government's CO2 reduction target.
She commented, “It’s good to see a prominent local business leading the way in trying to help homes locally and across the UK become more energy efficient. Personally, I am keen to find ways to improve my own energy use - I have signed up, for example, to the 10:10 campaign - and I know many others are looking for the same.”
“I fully welcome the Green Deal proposed by my colleague Greg Clark MP, Shadow Secretary of State for Energy and Climate Change, who has pledged that all households should be eligible to receive up to £6,500 of cost-effective energy efficiency measures. I believe that local businesses, as well as energy suppliers, social enterprises and local authorities should be allowed to provide energy efficiency improvements to people’s homes.”
Chloe Smith met Peter Mottershead, Group Chief Executive of Anglian Home Improvements, who also pressed the need for a reduction in VAT from 15% to 5% for professionally installed energy efficient window products.
Mr Mottershead said, “It seems unfair for homeowners to receive a reduced VAT rate of 5% on roof insulation and yet when it comes to windows, the consumer has to pay the full VAT rate which will increase to 17.5% in January. We would like the government to reduce VAT on professionally installed energy efficient windows to increase the likelihood of UK homeowners living in more energy efficient homes.”
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Anglian Windows Press Release
28 Jul 2010 03:40
Anglian Driveways built to new Government legislation
The effects of climate change could well mean more frequent and heavier rainfall, subsequent flooding due to increased surface water that overwhelms the drainage system to your house. The Government last year introduced legislation which requires planning permission for driveways and introduced additional requirements for installing a driveway with a view to lessoning potential flooding.
Increased surface water can overwhelm the drainage system to your house
If your driveway is built without the relevant planning permission that Anglian Home Improvements provide you could be forced to remove the drive, become open to prosecution and in the most extreme cases local councils can place bollards in front:
With the increased rainfall we have seen over the last few years, flash floods and localised flooding, Building Regulations also require you to dispose of rainwater from your driveways as effectively as possible. A solution would be the introduction of a soakaway drive.
An Anglian soakaway drive controls the sudden and unexpected surge of increased rain water onto the driveway. The soakaway drive distributes the water-runoff in a controlled and effective manner while maintaining a capacity for any further rain fall. The shape, size and construction of the soakaway will affect the speed of water discharge, as indeed the soil conditions will.
The Anglian Survey would ensure the best solution is chosen for your property. This is often dependant on the type of soil, height of local water table and whether a soakaway drive can be sited at least 5 metres from any outer building.
Anglian Home Improvements cover all the Governments’ requirements and ensure a legal and environmental solution for your ideal driveway. Anglian always takes pride in their corporate and social responsibility when managing any environmental issues through the development of their products.
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23 Jul 2010 03:40
Diamond cut decorative glass introduced to door range
Anglian have introduced a new range of diamond cut decorative glass that adds a sparkle and personal touch to any door or window.
Diamond cut glass removes the shackles of ‘same old’ with a range of decorative borders incorporating a house name or number in a variety of styles.
The new effect is created by carefully routing the glass with a fine diamond tipped tool. As the routered effect is within the sealed unit it still leaves both external glass surfaces smooth for easy cleaning.
The Range:
The new decorative technique is available on many of our door ranges. This exciting new decorative option will add individuality and style to new doors or replacement windows.
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Anglian Windows Press Release
18 Jun 2010 01:05
Anglian launches Solar
Very big news today, Anglian has just announced that they will be launching a new energy efficient product for your home. This will reduce the cost of energy; allow return on investment and even generating income from power generation. Yes, Anglian are going SOLAR;
Later this summer after many years researching the most effective and cost efficient systems of green energy for the home Anglian are now ready to raise the standard in solar energy with this latest product development.
Here are a few facts about Solar;
There are two types of solar panel; these are Photovoltaic and Solar Thermal. Photovoltaic uses the suns energy and turns it into electricity for the home. Solar Thermal difference is that it changes that energy into heat.
As soon as you have solar panels installed, solar energy is free
It’s safe, clean and environmentally friendly
It will reduce your energy bills
You maybe able to generate an income by selling surplus power to the National Grid.
Solar power systems can provide heat or electricity for the home
Most modern boilers are compatible with solar heating.
Over the next couple of months I’ll be taking a more detailed look into the technical side of solar as I bring you a comprehensive guide to Anglian’s marketing leading and energy saving improvement.
Anglian Home Improvements, formerly known as Anglian Windows. Helping improve the efficiency of Britain’s homes since 1966
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14 Jun 2010 01:07
The Verandah of summer 2010
This is big news! Ok it’s not quite as BIG as the World Cup but the new Anglian Verandah has arrived and gone down an absolute storm!
The New Anglian Verandah
Launched earlier this year the new contemporary design from Anglian has seen an unprecedented level of interest. It seems that everyone is eager to get their hands on their own piece of home improvement paradise this summer and I for one can’t blame them!
The Anglian Verandah really does breathe new life into the home and helps bridge that gap between enjoying the sun in the garden or being inside.
The new Verandah brings the garden into the home
Homeowners that have purchased the Verandah are eager to stamp their own individuality onto the new room. The most recent installation has a beautiful wooden floor from Timberland Flooring and looks stunning within its new surroundings.
Timberland's Flooring helps add additional styling to the Verandah
The interior of this Verandah was designed by Ann Broad of who is one of the most respected interior designers within the industry and on the evidence of these pictures Ann can bring any room to life!
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11 Feb 2010 05:41
A Daily Express way to efficiency with Anglian
Anglian Home Improvements are offering one lucky reader of the Daily Express a chance to win £10,000 worth of replacment windows and doors from Anglian plus £2,500 cash-back as part of the Anglian National Windows Scrappage Scheme.
Express competition
To enter this fabulous competition is easy. Simply describe in five words Anglian’s energy efficient windows.
So what are you waiting for, you need to be “in it to win it” so click here and get creative with your entry.
Closing date for entries is Friday 12th March.
Anglian Home Improvements. Helping improve Britain’s energy efficiency in 2010
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Anglian Windows Press Release
09 Feb 2010 05:39
Premier League Season in just one day for Sport Relief
Anglian Home Improvements have created a unique 12 hour event to raise money for Sport Relief 2010. The ‘Premier League Season in Just One Day’ takes place on Saturday 6thMarch at Norfolk FA’s football development centre, Bowthorpe.
380 games will be played in this unique 5-a-side football tournament that will recreate every game of the current Barclays Premier League in just one day. 20 teams in total can enter the event and teams can comprise of male and female footballers although all players must be over 18 years of age.
Supporters and players will have the unique opportunity to have their photograph taken with the actual Premier League trophy, on loan especially for this Sport Relief event.
Commenting on the Sport Relief ‘Premier League Season in Just One Day’, Russell Ellis, event organiser from Anglian Home Improvements said, “This exceptional sporting event not only promises to be a fantastic day but should raise money and awareness for those less fortunate in our immediate area and further-a-field in devastated places such as Haiti”.
Spectators and supporters are welcome to come to Norfolk FA’s football development centre where they can support the teams and help raise money for this year’s Sport Relief.
Key event supporter, Shaun Turner, Chief Executive of Norfolk FA said, “Norfolk County Football Association is delighted to be supporting the ‘Premier League Season in Just One Day’. The chance to raise money for Sport Relief and to bring the community together through football and charity is a great opportunity”.
Money raised by this local Sport Relief activity goes straight to Comic Relief to help transform the lives of poor and vulnerable people, both at home and across the world’s poorest countries. Sport Relief 2010 is highlighting three key issues that donated funds will help tackle – children who live on the streets or work in dangerous conditions, people affected by malaria and local UK projects.
For details on getting involved with the ‘Premier League Season in Just One Day’ e-mail sportrelief@angliangroup.com and for further information on how to donate please visit
www.mysportrelief.com/premierleague
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Anglian Windows Press Release
04 Feb 2010 05:37
Window of opportunity for apprentices
Four new apprentices have embarked on a two-year apprenticeship in Fenestration/Window Installation with Anglian Building Products. This is part of Anglian’s commitment to deliver apprenticeships on all long-term public-sector refurbishment projects.
As part of a work-based learning programme, Matt Banks (17), Jason Redfearn (17), Lewis Watts (18) and Adam Farr (23) will join teams of experienced installers on contracts at 2010 Rotherham Ltd, North Lincolnshire Homes, St Georges Community Housing (Basildon) and South Essex Homes.
Run in conjunction with West Suffolk College, the apprenticeship programme provides each apprentice with the opportunity to develop the skills and knowledge they require to undertake the role whilst gaining vital training from experienced installers.
At the end of the course, each apprentice will receive a NVQ Level 2 in Window Installation having also learnt a range of key skills in communication, equality and diversity awareness, customer service and numeracy.
Speaking about his decision to become an apprentice Matt Banks said: “I was keen to be involved in Anglian’s apprenticeship scheme as it gives me real skills that I can use for the rest of my life. I look forward to working in a team and becoming a good window fitter.”
This announcement coincides with Apprenticeship Week 2010, organised by the National Apprenticeship Service (NAS).
For further information contact:
Stewart Damonsing, Marketing Manager, Anglian Building Products
Tel: 01603 428 433
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Anglian Windows Press Release
12 Aug 2009 10:46
Anglian Home Improvements Green, Black And White Garden Wins Silver Gilt Award At The Hampton Court Palace Flower Show
Anglian Home Improvements Green, Black And White Garden Wins Silver Gilt Award At The Hampton Court Palace Flower Show
Anglian Home Improvements has been presented with a prestigious Flora Silver Gilt Award at the Hampton Court Palace Flower Show, for it’s striking ‘Green, Black and White’ show garden.
The garden, designed by Krista Grindley, is Anglia’s first at Hampton Court and was praised by the panel of selected RHS judges for its colourful displays and eye catching features and finishes.
Anglian Home Improvements’ Head of Marketing Melanie Russell said: “We are absolutely delighted to be presented with a Silver Gilt Award for our garden at Hampton Court. It is a real privilege to be involved in this prestigious event and massive thanks must go to our designer Krista and the team at Anglian for their creativity, dedication and hard work ensuring that the garden looks as spectacular as it does”.
The garden design’s aim is to inspire people to integrate their homes and gardens and create both outside and inside spaces that can be used for entertaining and relaxing in throughout the year.
Using a Victorian theme, inspired by the use of one of Anglian Home Improvements Victorian style conservatories, Krista’s garden fuses modern with traditional, including pieces such as an original 1888 fireplace rescued from a hotel and vineyard in Dorset; an outside sofa and table (made from contemporary materials and designed to be left permanently outside) and a bespoke bright annealed stainless steel rill and pool. Environmentally friendly elements are also abundant, from the use of a variety of sustainable materials and sourcing of all materials from UK suppliers, to the presence of numerous wildlife habitats, including bird and bug boxes, and planting that attracts wildlife helping to maintain a natural ecological balance in the garden.
The design itself grew out of a competition sponsored by Anglian Home Improvements, which pitted the skills of nearly 30 third year Garden Design students from specialist horticultural college Capel Manor in Enfield, London.
Winner Krista, who now owns her own garden design company, Greenwork Design, based in Wanstead, East London said:”I am so excited that the garden has been given this award. It makes the past three weeks of hard work transforming our 131 square foot patch of earth into what now stands here, all worth it! My thanks go to Anglian Home Improvements for giving me the opportunity to exhibit my design at such a world-renowned event, and to the judges for seeing the garden’s potential and presenting us with this accolade.”
This year’s Hampton Court Palace Flower Show Flower is the 19th to be held at the Hampton Court Palace. Last year’s event saw visitor numbers in excess of 160,000. Gates for the 2008 show open to the pubic from Thursday 10th to Saturday 13 July. Tickets can be obtained from the RHS website at www.rhs.org.uk
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Notes to editors:
Images attached – Photographs of the Anglian Green, Black and White Garden with designer Krista Grindley and a spot of Victorian class during a lunchtime picnic. High resolution versions available on request.
Interviews with both Krista Grindley and Melanie Russell and further information on the Anglian Green, Black and White Garden available on request
About Anglian Home Improvements
Anglian Home Improvements is the UK’s leading home improvements company. With more than 40 years’ experience and an annual turnover of £300million, Anglian ensures they are ahead of the competition with a continuing research and development programme.
Anglian offers an extensive range of home improvement products, including windows, doors, conservatories, driveways, garage conversions, kitchens and roof trims and in the last financial year the company made an average of 10,000 windows/doors per week.
Anglian Home Improvements is the proud sponsor of Norfolk Police's initiative to establish 52 Safer Neighbourhood Teams (SNTs) across Norfolk, with dedicated Police Community Support Officers (PCSOs) concentrating on ‘quality of life’ issues important to residents and businesses. Anglian’s sponsorship will enable Norfolk Police to launch a communications campaign raising awareness of the initiative and build public confidence.
For further information on Anglian Home Improvements visit www.anglianhome.co.uk
About Krista Grindley
Krista’s creative career started when she majored in Fine Art. She then complemented this by gaining a diploma, this time in Garden Design at Capel Manor College. She now runs her own garden design company Greenworks Designs.
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Anglian Windows Press Release
07 Aug 2009 05:21
Santos
Roll on Chelsea next year....perhaps a big floral spread of a nice piece of uPVC? I would like that!
Everest won a gong at Chelsea in 2007...
Gemini (10 Aug 2009 01:17)
I think it was everest who won a medal at chelsea a couple of years ago...you guys have obviously been focusing on your windows and now your flowers :)
RalphS (18 Aug 2009 09:35)
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