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25 Jan 2012 05:58
Ways To Use A Conservatory
An interesting question popped up the other day in the office. A colleague knew somebody who had bought a new house which has a lovely conservatory, but had no idea what to use it for. They didn’t need a games room or another living area, so what could they do with it? Any ideas?
I have had a think, and as a conservatory is all about bringing you closer to your garden, why not incorporate your garden into your conservatory? After the blog I posted about Overwintering plants, keeping certain plants inside your conservatory all year round is not such a bad idea, especially because of the vast range of different plants you can grow! Experts recommend a North facing conservatory is perfect for growing plants, as a South facing conservatory is too hot for plants to thrive. You can help control the temperature of your conservatory through new technology like Solaroof or with some classy blinds.
If your conservatory tends to be about 15-21°C for the majority of the year then you have an array of exotic plants to choose from. As the temperature of your conservatory is quite high, it creates a dry atmosphere which means some plants are harder to keep in their prime, but others will flourish such as olives, lemons and grapefruits. It is also ideal for brugmansias, clivias, palms and aloes, the latter of which is great for home remedies. By having a conservatory strategically filled with these big, beautiful plants it can create a truly wonderful room to enjoy. With the right mix of aloes and palms, particularly Mexican blue palms, you can create your very own Aladdin’s cave. One note for if you are growing palms; some will grow very quickly and will need to be moved into the garden as they mature. To ensure you have a gorgeous room, rather than having a jungle, try designing the room with colourful plants, pots and containers, co-ordinating like you would with furnishings. A room like this will definitely make it an interesting and enticing one.
What if you are not much of a gardener and don’t want a jungle room? Well, there are more exciting ideas out there. A conservatory makes a lovely dining room, and it is especially amazing on a warm summers evening with the bi-fold doors wide open and the smells of freshly cut grass and BBQ’s cooking gives the room a great summer vibe. Not only that you have a view of nature at its best, the bee’s buzzing, the flowers in full bloom and the birds singing you a song. I cannot wait for summer now! I am now moving house and think I shall be using our conservatory as a dining room, especially as it has an incredibly picturesque garden, one that was shown in a Garden ER blog.
A more interesting idea for all of you budding artists out there could be to use your conservatory as a studio. It is full of natural light and gives you a plethora of views to inspire you to create the next Garden at Giverny. You never know, it could be the beginning of a great adventure, becoming the next Claude Monet or Vincent van Gogh. It is an ideal room as it is airy, bright and spacious, completed with a varnished wooden floor (good for easy cleaning, we can’t be inspirational and tidy), perfect for hours painting and capitulating to natures wonderment.
A conservatory is also a great living area for a home. It is airy, light and great to sit in no matter what time of the year. If you put a comfy sofa or arm chair into your conservatory with a nice cabinet full of classic novels, it makes a great reading room, even in the winter. You can be sat in your Victorian conservatory snuggled under a blanket, reading a good book, the moonlight shimmering off the snow in the garden, which has little Robin footprints stamped all over; it can make a magical room to lose yourself in. A conservatory is ideal no matter what the weather is like, come rain or shine it will be a room you fall in love with!
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Anglian Windows Press Release
06 Jan 2012 05:59
Anglian Solar Panels Can Survive Strong Winds
Over the last few days the UK has been battered by strong winds, with Norfolk and Suffolk suffering with 45mph gusts, but the further up north you go, the stronger it gets! Sheffield had winds of up to 93mph and the North Pennines was blown away by 111mph.
These gale force winds have wiped out electricity supplies across the country, with 16,000 homes powerless in Scotland and 6,000 homes in the East and West Midlands. The QEII Bridge connecting the M25 between Essex and Kent has been closed for the second time this week, with it not being expected to open until Thursday at 3pm. Queues of traffic have been growing either side of the Dartford Crossing due to the closure.
As usual with high winds, many rooftops are losing tiles and throwing debris off of them left, right and centre, but I don’t think the teachers at a school in Acle expected to see bits of their solar panels whooshing off!
Worrying about losing roof tiles in high winds is one thing, you shouldn’t have to be concerned about how secure your solar panels are though. Well, if you have Anglian Home Improvements Photovoltaic Solar panels you will have no fear. Anglian’s solar panels are pinned down securely to your roof with some of the best fixings around.
In the majority of homes, Anglian uses Hilti roof fixings to secure the panels to your roof. Once fixed into place the lateral tile hooks are used to position your panels in either a portrait on landscape layout, depending on the different variables for your home. Anglian uses self tapping screws to bolt down these fixings, before rails are secured to the hooks.
When all of the rails are in place the panels are then fastened to them with clamps, keeping your photovoltaic solar panel in a safe, sturdy position. Obviously, a tornado or hurricane could cause substantial damage to your solar panels, along with the rest of the house, but these natural events rarely occur in the UK, so you are pretty darn safe!
Hopefully this blog will have helped give you peace of mind that your solar panels are going nowhere in these blustering winds, but make sure you drive safely, and stay aware of falling objects in the high winds.
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Anglian Windows Press Release
20 Dec 2011 06:00
Anglian Offer 50% Off Doors And Windows!
After the hype and excitement surrounding Christmas, January can feel a bit miserable and your home empty. Well, to help you get over the winter blues, Anglian Home Improvements are holding a sale that they have never held before!
To add that extra sparkle to your home that will last for years to come, giving you a home to be proud of, Anglian are running the first 50% off sale in their 45 year history.
A New Year brings with it resolutions and fresh starts, so why not reinvent your home with new windows and doors for half the price? You will be surprised how much of a difference a new front door can do for your home.
Your home improvement budget can now stretch twice as far with the Anglian ‘House Proud’ Half Price Sale. This unmissable offer is valid for any styles of windows or doors, from a Classic door to our energy efficient EcoGain windows.
Both the doors and windows are energy efficient meaning you are paying half the price, to get twice the benefit with long term protection against rising energy bills. The doors make sure the heat has no route to escape, whilst the new EcoGain windows capture and keeps the sun’s energy in your home, helping to keep it warm.
However, Anglian really are in the Christmas spirit as they are offering not only 50% off windows and doors, but 25% off conservatories too, with a free solar-roof upgrade! With an Anglian conservatory you can incorporate innovative ideas such as bi-fold doors, and the new Orangery designs are a perfect way for you to enjoy your garden during the winter months too.
Just to make sure your home is one of the most energy efficient on the street, we are offering you 10% off photovoltaic solar panels, giving you the ability to harness the sun’s energy and create free electricity!
If you don”t get what you want for Christmas, maybe this will make up for it
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Anglian Windows Press Release
16 Nov 2011 12:28
Dream Room
What would be your dream room? I think mine would be a bright, peaceful, colourful room, with a big, comfortable sofa, a small coffee table and wooden flooring, with a great view to admire the garden’s vibrant flowers and playful wildlife. A conservatory is probably the best type of room to fit this dream and I am not alone in the desire to build one on my home.
A recent survey by Onepoll came to the conclusion that a conservatory is among the specifications to make the ideal home in Britain. A conservatory offers you something unique by giving you a warm, cosy room to gaze out into the world. Abigail Owens, design director at Carolyn Parker Interior Design, says “It’s very calming to lose yourself in a view.”
Abilgail also states that you should think about where you put your conservatory on your home to ensure you have privacy. There is nothing worse than having a nosey neighbour staring at you whilst you’re trying to relax. Putting in uplights outside your conservatory windows can prevent people seeing in during the evening, and blinds are also a good way to deny the neighbours any views into your conservatory, also helping insulate the room too. A conservatory is a great way to add value and extra space to your home.
The Onepoll survey also discovered that other ways to create the perfect home was by having a study, utility room, dining room and breakfast room, all of which a conservatory can serve as. My mum uses her conservatory as a dining room and it always makes meals a little more fun as you are surrounded by the gorgeous colours of the garden and it brings you closer to nature and the great outdoors. On a clear night, a moonlit conservatory gives particularly stunning views of the stars through a glass roof, and is incredible for romantic nights in.
If you could describe your perfect room what would it be like? Would it be a conservatory or something else? We at Anglian would love to hear from you, so leave a comment at the bottom about your dream room.
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Anglian Windows Press Release
10 Nov 2011 12:27
What is EcoHome?
Anglian Home Improvements are now offering a new way to publicise the fact that you are a more discerning consumer conscious about helping the environment and saving money all at the same time.
By becoming an Anglian EcoHome you will be proud in the knowledge you’re installing some of Anglian’s unique energy efficient products whilst helping you reduce your home’s CO2 emissions and lowering your carbon footprint. However, it is not just your carbon footprint that will be lowered; as an EcoHome you will earn a greater discount for advertising the fact that you are saving money and doing your bit for the environment. A neat board will be put outside your home to say that you are installing Anglian’s energy efficient products.
To be eligible for the EcoHome scheme you have to install an Anglian energy efficient product, put up a board to show all your friends you are doing your bit to help save the environment, give us a copy of your previous energy bill and future bills (to analyse your savings) and finally permission to recycle your existing products in order to recoup the valuable materials within them.
After installation, we will arrange for some photographs of your home to be taken, which can be used in conjunction with the savings analysed from your annual energy bill.
This thermal imagery demonstrates how Anglian’s energy efficient windows can dramatically increase the thermal efficiency of your home. Red, indicates high heat loss. After the installation of Anglian EcoGain windows, this is reduced significantly.
But what about your old windows, conservatory and other materials removed? Well, Anglian prides itself in considering the environment with regard to any products removed or surplus to requirements! These are taken away and recycled or re-used (in the case of surplus building materials etc), giving you peace of mind that the installation really is eco-friendly. As you’re probably aware, there is a flourishing market in recycled materials and as a result of this we’re able to offer savings if you agree to the processing of your old products.
So this is what an EcoHome is and what you have to do to benefit from it. You will be saving money on the installation, saving money forever off your energy bills and doing your bit to save the world we live in.
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Anglian Windows Press Release
10 Nov 2011 12:27
Special Offer £99 Anglian Door
Anglian Home Improvements are giving you the chance to get an Anglian door for just £99!
Don’t delay, as the first 1,000 customers to take advantage of up to 25% off all of our double glazed windows, including our energy efficient A-rated EcoGain windows, will be able to purchase a fabulous Anglian door for a minimal price of £99.
Anglian Windows Press Release
12 Oct 2011 04:26
Would You Customise Your Home Improvements?
I came across this article today about how having bespoke goods is increasing in popularity with companies such as Nike, Converse, Zazzle or even moonpig.com where you personalise each item to however you want it!
It is a growing trend for everybody to look as unique as possible by having crazy hair, wicked dress sense or even just a necklace with your name on it. I myself have been part of this movement buying cards with a photo of friends on it, creating my own individual Nike trainers and getting my girlfriend a silver necklace with her nickname on it.
The fashion industry has always had a control over how everybody looks and what we buy; they envision the look and you could buy it. However, things have now changed and most things in the fashion industry can be tinkered with in some way. By creating something unique you are making the brands fit your style, not the other way around. It screams out your personality, telling stories, adding colours and making you feel comfortable.
Personalisation can be done to pretty much anything nowadays, but would we want to create our own unique conservatory, door and window designs? Surely there is only so far we can go?
Being a home improvement company how could we personalise your purchases? Each job we do is already unique to you. It is made to order in the factory, with each measurement and pane of glass made especially for your home.
At Anglian Home Improvements we do have other ways to personalise your items to make them bespoke to your home and add that spark, inspiration and personality too. Anglian’s Decorative Glass is a special way to make add colour and an extra bit of life to your home. We can do pretty much any design for you in a variety of colours and patterns. They are all handcrafted by our glass experts to give it a little bit more personality behind the creative design.
What other ways could you personalise your home improvements though? I don’t think there are too many ways to create a unique conservatory, each is very similar, but you can incorporate different concepts of a conservatory to create unique areas of your home. For example, we have built a conservatory with a fully fitted kitchen within it! Sounds strange because the whole structure is made from big glass panes, but with careful planning and intelligent installers it was accomplished. Take a look and tell me what you think? I love it!
We have also created a gorgeous conservatory as an office for one family. However, it is not just a normal office; it serves another purpose as it joins the office to an annex. Anglian created a beautifully crafted, light and bright walkway leading to the annex, so guests no longer had to walk outside to get to the main house.
As Stefan Siegal states in the article, “…the future of fashion is individuality” and I couldn’t agree more. We always want ourselves, our cars and even our homes to look their best, so having something unique to you, something that stands you out from the crowd, means we are only going to create more and more personalised products.
Although not everything you dream of is possible, it is worth asking, because if you don’t ask, you don’t get. As time changes and technology improves, I don’t think it will be that long before we are projecting a holographic image onto the side of your house to show you what different types of conservatories will look like.
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Anglian Windows Press Release
12 Oct 2011 04:25
Worry For Brits as Big Freeze Approaches Struggling Households
Anglian Home Improvements commissioned a YouGov poll, asking people when they will be turning their heating on, and how they are going to stay warm this winter.
Over a 5th of the UK population will not be turning their heating on until at least November, even though the cold front is predicted to hit us in October. Snow is also expected to hit some parts of the country! It seems strange to be talking about snow after last week’s heat wave.
Surprisingly 3% of people will leave the heating off all the way into December, 18% hold off until November and 36% will flick the heating on in October. 32% have been precautious and already switched their heating on.
Of those who will be switching their heating on this winter, more 51% are doing it later this year compared to last year, all thanks to the rise in energy costs!
Melanie McDonald, Head of Marketing and Communications at Anglian Home Improvements said, “Rising energy prices are making millions of households in the country switch their heating on later this year, compared to last.”
“And of those planning on switching the heating on later this year to save money, around 90% will wear warmer clothing, nearly 60% will use more blankets and just over a third will use hot water bottles to keep warm,” she continued.
“But if you’re still feeling the chill it could be because your home isn’t retaining heat. Installing energy efficient doors and windows or loft insulation can dramatically improve your home’s energy efficiency and help keep the wolf from the door a little longer – without having to crank up the heating.”
Anglian’s EcoGain windows are proven to make your home more energy efficient! By doing this they can help you save hundreds of pounds on your energy bills each year, easing the stress out of winter.
Here are some other hot stats from Anglian’s EcoHome poll:
• Energizers – 33% of Brits are doing more around the home this year, compared to last year, to save energy
• Frugal Brits – 89% of those who are doing more to save energy this year compared to last year are doing so mainly because of rising energy costs and the rising standard of living
• Ecowarriors – Only 10% say they are doing more to save energy because they are mainly concerned about the environment
• Window of opportunity – 86% of adults say energy efficient doors and windows are fairly or very good at saving money on household energy bills
• Yet…only 42% of households say they have them in their home
Here are some of the biggest energy wasting crimes
• TV addicts – 37% admit to ever leaving their TV on standby overnight
• Glowing stat – 36% admit to ever leaving their lights on when not in the room
• Money out of the window – 11% admit to ever leaving their windows and doors open when the heating’s on
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Anglian Windows Press Release
10 Oct 2011 04:29
Installing solar panels could help reduce energy bills this winter
Installing energy-efficient technology like solar panels could help people significantly drive down their fuel costs.
According to South Derbyshire District Council (SDDC), adding this type or renewable energy source can help reduce the amount of CO2 being released into the atmosphere and combat fuel poverty in the UK.
The local authority has put plans forward to spend £1 million installing solar panels at around 150 properties in its borough.
Mark Alfat, housing and community services director of operations at SDDC, told the Burton Mail: "Installation of the systems on viable council properties would significantly benefit the council and its tenants, both financially and ecologically.
"Tenants would receive a reduced electricity bill," he added.
The National Home Improvement Council recently advised that adding energy-efficient technology, including solar panels and insulation, to properties can help cut fuel costs.
Andrew Leech, director at the organisation, added that reducing energy bills is one of the key factors for people improving their dwellings in 2011.
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Anglian Windows Press Release
26 Sep 2011 04:23
New Materials to Create New Breed of Solar Panels
New research has revealed that a carbon-based material has been developed, which could offer a low-cost and sustainable way to harvest solar power. Good news for our purses and wallets!
This is where it gets slightly scientific. A transparent conductor has been invented which is made of readily-available carbon nanotubes, could provide an alternative to current solar panels technology, which are reliant upon rare minerals for production.
Northwestern University professor Mark Hersam commented “If solar technology becomes widespread, we will likely have a crisis in the supply of indium. There’s a great desire to identify materials, especially earth-abundant elements like carbon, which can take indium’s place in solar technology.”
This particular research was conveyed by the Hersam Research Group that applies engineering and scientific principles to solve the most challenging problems facing society, including creating a maintainable future.
With Hersam’s new discovery, it could also have some implications for other sectors, one of which is the military. The flexibility of the solar cells means that there is a possibility they could be integrated into the material which is used for army tents, to provide solar power for soldiers during their operations.
As you’d expect from the UK’s leading home improvements company we’re watching this embryonic technology closely, and as with all advancements in this field, we endeavour to bring you the very latest, cutting edge solutions to benefit your home.
Anglian Home Improvements, formerly known as Anglian Windows, have been successfully selling home improvement products for over 40 years. Visit our website for more information on our solar products.
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Anglian Windows Press Release
10 Aug 2011 04:23
At the heart of the glass industry
With almost fifty years of experience in the double glazing industry, it’s fair to say that here at Everest we know our stuff! Because we use glass and double glazing in so many of our products, including windows, doors and conservatories, the quality of the glass products we supply is extremely important to us. That’s why we’re founder members of the Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF).
The GGF is the primary representative trade association representing companies who make, supply and fit glass, and glass related products, in the UK. It is recognised by the government as playing a leading role in the setting of new standards and regulations, helping to protect homeowners from unscrupulous traders and low quality products.
Because the GGF is made up of companies that manufacture, supply and fit glass related products, many like Everest with decades of experience, it is widely considered to be the voice of the industry, and a source that customers can really trust. As a member of the GGF, Everest follows a strict code of practice that includes insurance, health and safety practice and customer care. We also carry the Government endorsed standards Trustmark.
The GGF has also been responsible for setting up the Fenestration Self-Assessment Scheme (FENSA) which helps to ensure that energy efficient windows, doors and conservatories are installed according to the appropriate building regulations and comply with all relevant planning rules.
Our A-Rated windows, comprehensive long-term guarantees, excellent customer service and the unbeatable quality of our materials and workmanship are all a part of the commitment to truly fitting the best that makes Everest a proud, key member of the GGF.
For more information about the benefits of Everest’s certified-quality glass products, have a look around our homepage or contact us to speak to a customer service advisor.
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Anglian Windows Press Release
10 Aug 2011 04:22
First Carbon Neutral City
Sadly, it is not a city in the United Kingdom, it is in fact in Southeast Asia, a city called Puerto Princesa in the Phillipines.
Most countries are now looking for ways to lead carbon neutral lives, which is easier said than done, but for this one city in the Phillipines it has become reality. Fr. Jose Villarin, President of Ateneo de Manila University is a member of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) who set the guidelines for being a carbon neutral city. They have awarded Puerto Princesa with this status to make them the first city in Southeast Asia to be carbon neutral.
To gain the status of being carbon neutral you have to have the city in a state of net zero carbon emissions where the amount of carbon released is equal to the amount of carbon emissions removed.
Puerto Princesa is actually a carbon negative city as it is removing more carbon dioxide than it is producing, which is a great achievement! The green city emits 1,456 kilotonnes (kt) of carbon dioxide, but it removes 1,662 kt of carbon dioxide.
It has managed this as it’s only emissions come from electricity generation and road transportation, with no emissions coming from industrial processes. This is possibly why they have managed to achieve being carbon neutral so easily, along with the fact the city is 64.99% forest. It is going to be much harder for the UK, America and China as they are all big players in the industrial world.
Masdar in Abu Dhabi is a city currently being built to also achieve this status, with it running from renewable energy sources and not allowing carbon emitting vehicles into the city. Instead you have to choose old school methods like walking or new podcars, which are driverless vehicles powered by solar energy and have built in sensors to stop for obstacles. They take you wherever you want to go. Pretty smart and ideal for the little streets of Masdar, which is due to be finished in approximately 5-10 years time.
Anglian Home Improvements raising the energy efficiency of our homes since 1966. Visit the Anglian website for information on our solar panels
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Anglian Windows Press Release
10 Aug 2011 04:21
New Heating Incentive
The world is economically unstable at the minute so setting up a stable future is key to the government’s plans, so their new heating incentive could help with the dream of a greener future.
There are approximately 4 million homes not heated by mains gas in the UK, which means they use higher carbon heating methods such as electric fires and heating oil.
The government is hoping that the new scheme, where you can get a grant of up to £1,250 to install renewable heating systems, such as solar panels and biomass boilers, will help lower the UK’s carbon emissions.
The scheme run by the Energy Saving Trust will help home owners with the installation costs of systems, with applications opening from 1st August until March 2012.
Climate Change minister Greg Barker said, “This should be great news for people who are reliant on expensive oil or electric heating…” He continued, “Getting money off an eco heater will not just cut carbon emissions, it will also help create a market in developing, selling and installing kit like solar thermal panels or heat pumps.”
So the Climate Change minister is upbeat about this new incentive, but Friends of the Earth are not so happy with the final decision.
Alan Simpson an adviser on sustainable energy said that this project has potential to be “an internationally ground-changing initiative that would put the UK amongst the world leaders, but it is driven by a towering lack of ambition.”
Here is how the grants are set to work;
Ground Source Heat Pump – £1,250 (for homes without main gas)
Biomass boiler – £950 (for homes without main gas)
Air Source Heat Pump – £850 (for homes without main gas)
Solar Thermal Hot Water Panels – £300 (for homes without main gas)
So, that is how the money is planned to be spread out, which looks quite reasonable, but is it really enough for someone to get started? Alan Simpson thinks that £300 for solar thermal panels were too low to affect market demand, and I see his point. Solar Panels are not a cheap initial layout and although they have long term benefits, it is an expensive installation so maybe £300 is not enough to get us started?
However, we need to think positive in these hard times and at least the government is prepared to give us a little help to improve our energy efficiency and lower our carbon emissions.
How this schemes work is yet to be seen, but the Department of Energy and Climate Change says it will monitor energy data and performance closely by using additional metres and more detailed surveys.
Fingers crossed that this scheme works and maybe gets more government backing, along with other incentives to improve our homes energy efficiency.
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Anglian Windows Press Release
09 Aug 2011 04:21
Beware the Rogue Solar Salesmen
As solar panel sales are at an all time high everybody seems to be looking for ways to save money on their ever increasing energy bills. They’re also trying to live greener lives, so it comes as no surprise that there are rogue traders out there trying to get in the boom!
In a recent study by Which? they found that more than half of the solar panels installed on our homes were put in shaded areas of the roof or the sales adviser failed to ask how much energy was typically used in the house. That’s two obvious things to watch out for if a solar salesman is at your home, if they don’t check these, ask them why they missed these, the answer will be a good indicator of their credibility. Installing solar panels in a shaded area significantly reduces the operational efficiency, if the sunlight doesn’t hit them as effectively they’re not generating as much energy for you.
To ensure you are not ripped off by a solar cowboy here are a few tips to avoid losing out;
Do some research online – Look at a few company’ss solar selection, what they are suggesting the savings could be and also at forums for FAQ’s.
A cowboy won’t inspect your home – If you have a professional they will ask questions about your energy usage, the construction of your home and not just give you a price. Some rogue salesmen have even carried out “surveys” which mean nothing, so ask them questions about each part of their “survey”.
Pricing – there are a couple of things to look out for here. Is the price lower than you expected? This could mean that it is a poorer product or potentially a poor installation.
Presentation – If the salesman doesn’t present himself well you will probably feel uncomfortable around them and not want to purchase, but you should also check the leaflets/brochures quality. The company should have good quality materials as they want to give a good impression.
Pressuring – If they are pressuring you to sign now, don’t. Only sign when you are completely confident and sure it is the right choice for you.
Solar panels do have great potential to save you money over their lifespan and can be well worth the money. The amount of energy produced and money saved (or earned) depends on the location of your home, the position of your roof and the direction your roof is facing. For example a south facing roof in the south of England will probably produce more energy than a north facing roof in Scotland. This is due to the average amount of direct sunlight, clouds and other variables that affect how much energy a solar installtion can produce.
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Anglian Windows Press Release
30 Jul 2011 04:20
Anglian Improves By £7m In Profits
We at Anglian are very pleased to announce our turnover has risen fantastically by £900,000 to £210.1 m in the financial year to March.
But with operating profits, excluding exceptional items, rose from £11.5m in 09/10 to £18.5m. We also reduced our bank debt by £6.4m in the previous year which leaves us with net debts at £27,5m
At Anglian, we are pleased with these results as it reflects the successful launch of our new products such as EcoGain windows and Orangeries, and a continuing drive to improve our productions.
Earlier this year we launched a new energy-efficient ‘EcoGain’ range of windows which reduce heat loss from your homes and CO2 emissions which will help you save those pennies in the run-up for Christmas.
We also entered into the green energy market in the end of 2010 with the launch of our solar photovoltaic products for the household. In the past six months we are pleased to see significant sales of the solar product.
Chief Executive Peter Mottershead said “The accounts for 2010/11 show a solid result for the year, these were achieved despite the uncertainty which loomed as a result of the public sector spending cuts.
The impact of these cuts and the rising cost of household bills continue to affect consumer spending and we remain cautious as we trade in 2011/12. We have a strong brand in the marketplace and we continue to invest in new product developments with particular importance on ‘green environmental initiatives.”
Our Finance Director Phil Tweedie said that the number of people employed by Anglian have remained ‘static’ in the last financial year. So with a four year deal in junction with GMB over staff pay have resulted in our staff being offered lump sums on certain months rather than a monthly salary increase.
Thanks to efficient improvements in our manufacturing and paying close attention to our performance throughout the 16 areas of operation in the UK, this has helped to increase our profits.
Mr Tweedie mentioned that “It’s been a good year in the face of a difficult environment and we have continued to invest in our brand thanks to advertising and sponsorship. To improve profits in such a difficult environment is quite an achievement.”
Anglian Home Improvements have been trading with high quality double glazing products since 1966. Visit our website for more information on our products.
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Anglian Windows Press Release
08 Jul 2011 02:52
Lib Dem Leader Suggests Tax For Energy
You have read correctly, as if we are not being taxed enough, Chris Huhne, Liberal Democrat minister has suggested poorly energy efficient homes should be hit by higher council-tax bills.
He thinks councils should favour homeowners who have given their homes a green makeover and punish those who haven’t, but his suggestion was immediately rebuffed by Eric Pickles, the local government secretary.
“People are fed up with Labour’s council-tax rises, and there is no appetite among the public for more,” he said.
Chris Huhne’s suggestion is a first of its sort from a minister, in hope that the incentives such as the Green Deal loans, would be funded by higher tax bills for those who were less efficient. The government is aiming to lower the country’s carbon emissions by getting houses to insulate walls and lofts or install double glazing.
I see Mr Huhne’s point, but I completely disagree with it! This statement seems to completely disregard older homes that are in conservation areas or listed buildings, it seems to disregard the households income, such improvements may not be feasible to some families. I know that as a kid my Mum would not have been able to afford a whole house of new windows, even with the Green Deal loan.
We are already being hit hard with the recession, high unemployment numbers, and the continuing rise in oil and energy prices. It was only recently that Scottish Power announced it would raise gas bills by 20% and British Gas has warned that an increase from them is inevitable. It was also recently discovered that there are hidden taxes within utility bills, which goes towards subsidising climate change policies.
Energy efficiency is becoming a must have in your home, and I definitely agree with that, but taxing people because they haven’t got up to speed yet is harsh and only going to cause more problems for our population.
Punishing people who haven’t improved the energy efficiency of their home is not fair, by all means reward the eco-warriors out there, but we should support the less efficient.
Anglian Home Improvements raising the standard of your homes energy efficiency. Visit the Anglian website for information on our A-rated EcoGain windows
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Anglian Windows Press Release
08 Jul 2011 02:50
My Garden ER Experience – Pimp my Shed
As you have all probably seen that Anglian Home Improvements is working along side new Channel 5 programme, Garden ER, so Bryony (my colleague) and I took a visit to a build to see what happens behind the scenes and meet the team.
We left early Friday morning to go to Nottingham to see how David Domoney and the team were going to ‘Pimp a Shed’, and despite the long journey, we were awake and excited to watch the magic unfold before our eyes.
On arrival we were not disappointed as the shed had already begun its transformation! I can’t say too much about it as it would give away the surprise, but from what we saw it was a quality make over, one to be proud of! When we made our way through to the back garden, there were a few boxes opened which contained an array of goodies that would help make the shed look amazing.
We were then introduced to the team working on the shed, David Domoney (obviously), Mel (Researcher), Marcia (Stylist), Lynda (Director), AJ (Handy man), Sam (Sound guy), Rob (Camera man), Tony (Builder) and Karl (Handy man 2) who were all very pleasant to talk to, and very professional.
After we were introduced to everyone, we were informed that we need to be quiet if we are discussing the makeover as the gentleman who owned the property, was upstairs in his room! I didn’t think that when they made these types of programmes, the residents would be present until the final revealing, but as this was only a ‘Pimp my Shed’ it was easy to be discrete.
We were both amazed at how few people there were, after seeing other makeover programmes which appear to have hundreds of people helping on set, this was a relatively small team. Although it was a small team, they worked quickly and efficiently throughout the whole day, all helping each other and keeping the spirit high with each personality bouncing off another.
Despite the forecast of rain we were quite lucky to stay dry all day, even with the dark clouds looming. Despite the chilly wind, the team worked hard to build the furniture and set up all the props to create a very individual shed for the lucky recipient.
The filming happened on and off during the day and with no apparent script it looked a recipe for disaster, but the professionalism and knowledge of David Domoney and the team, got them through it with very few errors. If any mistakes occurred then the director (Lynda) picked it up straight away, she knows how she wants this programme to look and she knows how to get it! I never realised how much of these pr0grammes are actually recorded, every time someone is building something, painting a wall, sipping a cuppa, literally anything the camera was rolling. It was a little like Big Brother, so I tried to dodge the camera at all costs.
The show itself is fun, vibrant, quirky and with David’s experience, enthusiasm and eccentric methods the show is bound to be a success.
Being a bit of a ghost in the background, Bryony and I got some out-takes, insider pictures, funny mishaps, and individual interviews to share with everyone soon, to give you an insight into what really happens behind the scenes. Make sure you keep up to date and visit often to see what’s happening with this brilliant new programme.
Make sure you watch Garden ER Wednesday 13th at 7.30pm on Channel 5, going to be an exciting show!
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04 Jul 2011 02:52
Anglian Launch Bi-Fold Doors
It’s been all go at Anglian Home Improvements over the last few months with the launch of EcoGain energy efficient windows, Orangeries and now Bi-fold doors!
If you are looking to add light to a room, or have a nice view into your colourful, vibrant garden from your dining room, then Anglian’s Bi-fold doors are the perfect solution blurring the line between indoor and outdoor living.
With the possibility to have up to 7 panels across your kitchen, living room or conservatory, opening from the left, right or centre, and with an array of colours available they will suit your home beautifully, retaining the synergy of your home.
Anglian’s exquisite Bi-fold doors open with ease to give you quick access to your garden, doing so without sacrificing security as they are fitted with Yale anti-bump lock and multi-point locking systems on the primary door, giving you peace of mind that you are safe and secure.
The doors work on rollers, folding in on themselves to open up the room giving you a sense of freedom, filling the room with fresh-air, ideal for warm summer evenings. Even during the winter months, they will maximise the amount of light in a room, keeping you warm and dry with a beautiful view.
Manufactured to the highest of standards and installed with great care you can rely on Anglian to provide the best solution to your bi-fold needs.
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14 Jun 2011 03:45
Anglian Launch Orangeries!
Anglian Home Improvements have released a new product to continue raising the standard of your home, and what better way than with a luxurious Orangery.
An Orangery is a brick building with a glass roof, lots of windows and pillars for support and decoration. They became popular in Britain between the 17th and 19th century in fashionable houses as a place to grow citrus trees and exotic plants (hence the name).
Orangeries first started popping up in Italy when glass making technology advanced and people were able to produce large sheets of clear glass. With this improvement they put in big clear roofs to harness the suns energy and take full advantage of it to grow fruit and plants, sometimes putting in a stove to heat the room throughout winter.
With their beautifully designed pillars and fashioned brick corbelling it is no wonder that they became a symbol of status, with Louis XIV building the biggest Orangery in Europe to show off his wealth and importance in France during 1617. I bet he was the envy of all the neighbouring Kings and Queens!
That was 400 years ago, but trends are coming back round. We want more traditional looking houses with unique structures and designs to separate our houses from the others, to make us proud of our home and want to show it off to everyone! What better way than with Anglian’s great style, quality products and great service!
Anglian can build your orangery to complement your house, so if you have any unique designs on your home, we will try to carry them on throughout the orangery, including the types of windows, brick corbelling and even put in bi-fold doors for the finishing touch.
It is not just the external design that makes an Anglian Orangery unique; we give you the opportunity to bring it up to date! Inside the build between the roof and the wall there is a space, almost like a parapet, meaning you can spice up the new room by adding features like ceiling lights that can set the mood for dinner parties or a relaxing evening with a glass of wine.
If, however, you love to unwind listening to your favourite artist, why not install speakers into this space, surrounding you with the dulcet tones of Kathryn Jenkins, whilst you sit on a comfy leather sofa looking out over your gorgeous garden.
By choosing to have an Anglian Orangery you are able to give your house extra space in a luxurious manner, using traditional styles and current trends to bring it into the 21st century. Either way, they make an exceptional extension to your home displaying beautiful views into your garden, a lovely warm room and one that you will most definitely be proud to show to your friends, family and neighbours.
Anglian Home Improvements raising the standard since 1966. Visit the Anglian website for information on our brand new range of Orangeries!
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13 Jun 2011 03:46
House Value Dropping £130 A Week
We are all fully aware of the current economical state, but I don’t think we quite realise what is happening in the housing market. A report released by Halifax has suggested that our homes are losing an average of £130 per week off the total value for the past 12 months!
The last 12 months has seen house prices drop 4.2%, the biggest fall since 2009 when we were in the peak of the recession. May last year saw the average home costing £167,207, but this has dramatically dropped by £6,688.
So, “my house has lost £6k”, it’s not a great concern if you have no intention of moving, but it is a lot worse for anyone trying to sell their home. Some home owners are now in negative equity, whilst people selling are having to lower the price of their home; my Dad being one of them who has lowered the asking price by nearly £50k , despite the initial valuation being realistic.
Halifax housing economist Martin Ellis claims this decrease in price will stop later in the year, ” We expect a moderate improvement in the economy during the remainder of 2011 which, combined with continuing low interest rates, is likely to support housing demand.”
How confident are we that this will happen though? The housing market seems to be driving people mad, looking through one forum many of us are going through the same scenarios! The chain breaks down for silly reasons, houses “overpriced”, people being picky, estate agents messing us about, we can’t get a mortgage. We are all in this together!
Although the average house price has actually increased from April to May by £126, it is still nearly £7,000 less than last May and the lack of mortgages being handed out is probably what’s causing some massive problems for buyers! Without extending your home to add value to your home, you are going to struggle to maintain its current value.
Just to get a gauge of how far apart some of the market is I took a look at the Telegraph’s figures for the least expensive and most expensive streets in the UK. The average home on Wynnstay Street is a measly £31,081, whilst in the posh end of London, Kensington Palace Gardens the average home costs about £19.2 million! That’s a huge gap between the less well off people and millionaires in the country, it’s a bit scary to think about.
I’m crossing my fingers, touching wood and saluting magpies in my superstitious way to maybe get some luck in the housing market, not just for me but for all you out there too!
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09 Jun 2011 03:45
The Stately Orangeries of England
The country houses of England; historic, feudal, proudly standing at the end of arterial, gravel driveways. What grandiose opulence they have witnessed and what secrets they harbour in their dusty halls and corridors, elegant parlours and murky servants’ quarters.
The grand houses, proudly built midst rolling acres of pasture, formed affluent and even ostentatious centrepieces to the great estates of old. Quintessentially English, these magnificent, ancient homes welcome in their visitors still and yet steadfastly maintain their haughty superiority. Their furnishings displayed, their documents preserved within oak and glass, their stories told; or at least, their stories as they would wish them told; their secrets hidden forever.
Regal parties for the elevated and admirable, held in conspicuous splendour and strictly by golden-edged, copperplate invitation only. Reported in the quality journals to the delight of the privileged attendees, the proceedings were duly documented but, no doubt, strictly censored by host and hostess.
The gentry and nobility, resplendent in luxury and conscious of their positions in society were nonetheless bent on enjoyment at all costs. What untold tales the houses could tell; but that, of course, would be most improper and discretion is paramount. Perhaps, however, in the depths of the estates, there are other areas that hold equal or even greater secrets and stories of luxurious indulgence. The secret gardens, the remote dells, the perimeter carriage drives and, perhaps, the greatest joy of all…
Nestling in green nowhere, the Orangeries; eremite and stoic, stately and yet understated awaited the revellers with reserved enthusiasm. Like dependable old retainers, these glorious buildings were as greatly loved as the grand halls of the main house.
With their origins in Italy during the 16th century, the Mediterranean-spirited and temperamentally-talented artisans elevated glass, brick and stone to new, handsome levels – much to the delight of the wealthy and the aristocratic. These symbols of prestige that populated the Renaissance gardens were jealously admired by, amongst others, the young gentleman travellers of England who, having spent many a happy hour in these glorious structures with sun and the fruits of Bacchus, returned home, via verte-absinthe route, with the determination to re-create the splendour, the retreat and the pleasure.
Initially populated with citrus fruits, the Orangery soon became the preferred location for rare plants and delicate flowers (of both the botanic and mortal varieties) to spend their days. In a state of deep and seemingly permanent relaxation, the gentry would recline in warmth and splendour whilst being ministered to by a string of faithful retainers who would fetch and carry, across manicured lawns and crunchy gravel, all their masters’ and mistresses’ hearts could desire or unreasonably request.
Reserved by day, the Orangery did not always sleep at night or even until the early hours. Eschewing open fires for stoves, the warmth of the Orangery was matched, year round, only by the warmth of the welcome from the effete owners. Whilst the main house embraced dignified and reserved behaviour, the Orangery would often throng to the raucous and, dare one say, decadent goings-on of the more high-spirited and vivacious. Yet, on other occasions, the Orangery would stand quiet, stately and dignified whilst prudently ignoring the secret liaisons and furtive meetings within its secluded walls. The Orangery; imparting a quality to life that has remained unsurpassed; would that those days may return.
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01 Jun 2011 03:44
Feed-In-Tariff Set For Cuts
As we all know the government is making major cuts across all industries, communities and schemes to try and improve the current state of the economy, so it doesn’t come as much of a surprise that the Feed-In-Tariff (FIT) on Photovoltaic solar energy production is being reduced.
As of August 1st 2011 there will be a new tariff put into place for large scale and stand alone solar schemes.
Greg Barker, the Climate Change Minister said, “The new tariffs will ensure a sustained growth path for the solar industry while protecting the money for householders, small businesses and communities…”
The announcement was made on Thursday 9th June after a recent public consultation about future schemes, which closed on the 6th May. The decision to reduce the current FIT is to protect the money available for small scale projects and the range of technology supported under the scheme.
No-one could have predicted how well the scheme worked, with lots of large scale projects popping up across the country.
Greg Barker went on to say, “I want to drive an ambitious roll out of new green technologies in homes, communities and small businesses and the FIT scheme has a vital part to play in building a more decentralised energy economy.”
For every large scale solar scheme producing 5MW it will cost £1.3 million per year, 20 of these installations in a year cost £26 million, which then prevents 25,000 PV installations on our homes.
However, it is not all bad news!! IF you get an installation finalised before the 1st August, you will lock in the current rate of 43.3p kWh, instead of the reduced future tariff of 19p kWh! It will be money well spent, especially at the minute with the amount of sun we are having through this drought.
If your solar panels are producing less than 50kW you will also be unaffected by the change in FIT.
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07 May 2011 02:30
EcoGain- Save the pennies and the pounds look after themselves!
Anglian Home Improvements new EcoGain window is better for numerous reasons, as I have said in other blogs.
However, the one reason I think it will appeal to most of you, is its potential to save you money! Thanks to the low-emissivity glass and sealed unit technology, your home is no longer losing as much heat. In fact, the windows are now helping to heat your home.
Using the energy calculator developed by the GGF (Glass and Glazing Federation) we were able to calculate the potential cost savings and energy savings for a property upgrading to A-rated EcoGain windows.
The results were phenomenal!
If you were upgrading from single glazed timber windows and have electric heating, to EcoGain windows, you could make an annual saving of £325.26! A huge saving for all those people who haven’t yet upgraded their old wooden windows.
But, nowadays most people have uPVC double glazed windows, so if you were to upgrade from pre-2002 double glazed windows to EcoGain windows you could save a whopping £156.69 a year! Now even that is a good day in the local shopping centre; or money that can be spent on taking the kids out.
So, as you can see, A-rated EcoGain windows do make a considerable improvement and saving to your home and it is one that shouldn’t be missed!
Anglian Home Improvements helping raise the standard of your home’s energy efficiency. Visit the Anglian website for information on our new EcoGain windows!
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05 May 2011 02:31
Anglian’s EcoGain is Launched TODAY!
Today, May 5th, is launch day for Anglian’s new EcoGain and EcoRetain windows! These energy efficient windows are now available to all our customers looking for ways to lower your energy bills and increase your energy efficiency.
The new A-rated EcoGain windows have the potential to save you up to £325.26 on your annual energy bills, a hefty saving which shouldn’t be missed.
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15 Apr 2011 02:31
Daily Telegraph
Anglian Home Improvements have got two amazing competitions in the Telegraph this weekend, as well as an 8 page supplement full of hints and tips to get the most out of your home improvements.
The first competition is giving you the chance to win £10,000 worth of Anglian Home Improvements solar products simply by going to www.telegraph.co.uk/anglianhome and answering a simple question! (Terms & Conditions apply)
Have a read through the supplement on Saturday to see why solar is the energy of the future!
The second fantastic opportunity being offered Anglian Home Improvements is the chance to win a garden makeover from the award winning landscape designer, David Domoney!
If you enter our exclusive prize draw, you could win the ultimate designer garden from David Domoney worth an incredible £10,000. Imagine what wonders he can bring to your garden!
To enter this competition simply enjoy an Anglian Home Improvements sales presentation in your home between 16th April and 2nd May. Easy!
For full terms and conditions go to www.anglianhome.co.uk/gardenmakeover.
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12 Apr 2011 04:26
Double glazing: Tenants need to be more aware of energy saving
Making home improvements and adding energy efficiency products to a property is one way the government's green deal programme will be a success, but tenants with double glazing have been told changing social behaviour is also necessary.
According to Michelle Reid, the chief executive of the Tenant Participation Advisory Service, she noted that some landlords are making efforts to support retro-fit plans for green technology methods in order to upgrade people's homes.
However, she told the Guardian: "We recently surveyed 251 social renters. The results showed that only 4.9 per cent of respondents accepted energy efficiency measures because of climate change concerns. The key driver was a reduction in fuel bills."
Ms Reid added that 14 per cent were worried about not knowing how to use the new technology and a quarter were not given any support from landlords after installation.
The expert wants to see more help given from the government and landlords to help residents, including those with double glazing, to make the most of the services available and understand the importance of going greener.
Recently, the Energy Savings Trust noted that smart meters and double glazing can help reduce residents' bills significantly.
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11 Apr 2011 04:28
Anglian computers help Broadland get creative with Broadband
Broadland High School in Hoveton has added significant IT resources to their art department with the introduction of nine new computers, donated by local double glazing business Anglian Home Improvements.
The school, recognised as a specialist Maths and ICT institution will use the computers to develop the pupils’ artistic talents, allowing them access to the Internet and other arts based programmes for inspiration and research purposes.
Head teacher at the school, Carol Dallas, said: “As a maths and computing college we always look for ways of increasing our use of ICT across the curriculum. We want and need, to use technology creatively to enhance learning at both Key stages. The generous donation of resources from Anglian Home Improvements has provided an invaluable contribution to creative activities within the Arts.
“The students are always looking for imaginative ways to record their thoughts and represent their ideas whilst also researching other artists and themes. We are keen to improve our use of digital imaging, and where these computers will really make a huge difference is in our photography capabilities, specifically the use of Photoshop.
“What’s more, in our quest to enhance our work with the local community having additional ICT resources will enable us to offer activities such as adult education classes, allowing the school to become an integral part of the community.”
Head of Marketing at Anglian Home Improvements Melanie Russell said: “We are delighted to have been able to support Broadland High School and enhance the school’s facilities for the benefit of all pupils. Anglian’s philosophy is shaped around making and improving communities and we hope that our work with the school, both now and in the future, will enable
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11 Apr 2011 04:28
Future looks bright for solar-powered Bristol theatre
A theatre in Bristol now has solar power, thanks to financial grants.
Future looks bright for solar-powered Bristol theatre
The Tobacco Factory Theatre (TFT) in Bristol has installed solar panels across its entire roof structure.
Covering around 164 square metres, the renewable energy system is the largest used by any arts organisation in the country, Bristol 24-7 reports.
The panels were added with the help of generous grants from Biffaward Landfill Trust and the Department of Energy and Climate Change's Low Carbon Buildings Programme.
TFT director Ali Robertson told the publication that the group can now look forward with conviction, having significantly reduced its operating costs.
"Our installation of this photovoltaic system is an example of how we will continue to respond imaginatively to opportunities, increase the resources available to us and be a cultural and social flagship for our community," she said.
The Kirkbymoorside Golf Club recently installed its own solar panels to reduce overheads and become more environmentally friendly, with renewable energy now powering the club's kitchens.
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17 Mar 2011 03:07
Get Out The Green It’s St Patrick’s Day!
Are we all wearing green today?
Well we should as it is the internationally celebrated holiday of St Patrick, the most recognisable patron saint.
The holiday which has been celebrated since the early 17th century and has gradually become a celebration of Irish culture and inextricably linked with Guinness. Globally there will be 13 million pints of Guinness drunk in celebration, 5 million being drunk in the UK, with the drinking going on all weekend especially as it is the Six Nations Rugby, England vs Ireland!
I didn’t realise until I did a little research that the colour first associated with St Patrick was actually blue, but it wasn’t until St Patrick started using shamrock to explain the Holy Trinity to the pagan Irish that it changed to green. This has now lead to St Paddy’s day being a green day and pubs reaping the benefits of the much celebrated holiday.
Pubs across the country will not only be offering the rugby match and Guinness, but other special Irish classics such as whiskey, Irish stews and a steak and Guinness pie, yum!
Continuing the green talk, Scotland is introducing tidal power on the west coast, installing 10 1MW turbines in the Sound of Islay, a small channel between two whiskey producing islands.
These under water turbines will be providing electricity 23 hours a day for the islanders, also powering 8 whiskey distilleries and maltings! Now that’s getting the most out of eco-friendly energy. J
What are you doing for St Patrick’s day? Is everyone in your office wearing green, or are all the mums in the playground in green?
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22 Feb 2011 03:05
The Anglian Difference… Decorative Glass
For hundreds of years the UK has been captivated by coloured glass, since as far back as the 11th century, where we used shapes, colours and designs to decorate our buildings, recording events and expressing our personality.
At Anglian we offer the best choice of this traditional artform, as all of our decorative glass is handmade by our own craftsmen so you can choose a pattern and style that is as unique as your are. By adding decorative glass you are adding individual taste to the finish of your windows, doors or conservatory. We can match a current design you have to match the rest of your home, or create your own design for us to make.
However, if you are not quite as artistic as some of our team, then you can choose from our very own range of designs to give your home a gorgeous new look. Each will be hand crafted to whatever shape, size or colour you want.
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20 Feb 2011 03:06
The Anglian Difference… Is Your Garage Door Stylish and Secure?
hen it comes to garage doors, I’m sure its a struggle to find one that is both stylish and secure! It’s not like you can nip down to Argos to get one.
Well, at Anglian we will take care of the whole installation, from start to finish, ensuring you that the door is made and installed to our rigorous specifications. With a wide range of garage doors available to you, we are sure you will find a door to suit your home, which is then hand made to give top quality and attention to detail.
Anglian garage doors are made from rugged, durable Glass Reinforced Polyester (GRP) which is an incredibly strong and robust material, which is highly resistant to accidental damage. It’s also commonly used to make the hulls of yachts and boats, somewhere your life really depends on strength and durability. Our garage doors are not just your bog standard, run of the mill tin ones, if you get the Flush Finish door it has a 40mm thick layer of thermally efficient foam insulation, which is designed to keep the warmth in and the cold out! This level of insulation makes it ideal for keeping more than just the car in the garage, no more worrying about the effects of damp and cold.
Anglian garage doors can be made in a variety of colours to make sure the style matches that of your home, choose from our range of finishes such as Mahogany, Golden Oak or Dark Oak. Its not just the colour and style you can personalize, as you get to choose how the door is going to open. This ranges from an electric roller to sectional and one piece all of which Anglian will give the highest standard of service to, ensuring all wiring and structural work is done to give you peace of mind that you are in safe, professional hands.
These doors are built to the highest levels of security, thanks to their robust material and secondly thanks to the top notch locking mechanisms. All our doors are built with retractable door gear, if it is electric it will open and close automatically locking securely at the touch of a button. With the electric doors you don’t even have to have a handle anymore, but have the option, along with a security light that comes on automatically when the remote is operated. If for some reason the remote doesn’t work there is an emergency exterior release mechanism that can be installed. If you do not have an electric garage door, you will have a solid handle with key lock.
Now you know how insulated, safe and stylish our garage doors are, what is the installation like? Anglian will visit to take the measurements before your garage door is hand made to your specifications. The old door is then removed along with the door gear and maybe the frame if needs be, all of which we then dispose of in accordance to our environmental responsibilities. If a new frame is required, this is fitted first. Next comes the door and door gear, and if you chose an electric door all wiring goes in now. Finally thorough checks are done to make sure your door sits flush, balanced and opens and closes with ease. We will then give you a demonstration to make sure you are 100% happy before cleaning up, leaving you with a fully functional garage again.
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15 Feb 2011 04:22
Conservatories May Require More Planning?
I am sure most of us are fully aware of how stressful sorting out a conservatory is, but there is ongoing plans by the Law Society to make changes to the planning system within the localism bill, possibly lengthening the process further.
The changes are being made to try to prevent people abusing their planning permissions, so the Law Society is warning consumers to take extra precautions if this bill is passed, to reduce the risk of their extension being delayed.
If the bill is introduced there could be an increased risk of incurring considerable expense, which could even lead to purchasers and providers having to take out insurance against any unknown potential liability.
Although this may seem bad news for most people, at Anglian we are not worried at all, as we sort out the planning permission, infact we will do all of the work from start to finish, giving you peace of mind that you are in safe, reliable hands.
The potential update to the localism bill comes at a time when house sales are at an all time low, with banks not lending as much and the state of the current economy has forced an increase in home improvements, such as extending your home. Be it through a panoramic extension, conservatory or even a garage conversion whichever you decide to pursue, ensure you have the right team working for you!
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14 Feb 2011 04:21
Anglian At Hampton Court!
Anglian Home Improvements have been accepted into this year’s Hampton Court Palace Flower Show being held from the 5th-10th July. Pairing up with TV landscape designer David Domoney, we are expected to launch a garden that will most definitely shock and amaze you!
The Garden Press Event which was held 3rd February saw some of the leading horticultural scientists in Europe come together to support David Domoney to create a completely ‘naked’ garden. The aim is to grow a wide variety of plants from across the globe, including America, Brazil, Thailand and Europe, which will be able to grow without soil. These plants are set to grow perfectly normal still producing gorgeous flowers, foliage, fruit and vegetables.
The strange and challenging ‘naked’ garden idea came from Anglian’s glazing technology, which is always ‘invisible’ to the homeowner’s eye, hidden in the natural transparency of glass. David Domoney’s garden will be getting the plants pots off and put them in cleverly made glass containers with transparent materials, exposing the plants ‘naked’ beauty uncovering the parts normally hidden.
David Domoney explains, “Plants will be grown soil free so all the containers we use will be glass with water solution inside enabling everyone to see what is above and below the water level. The plants will be getting their pots off through the challenging technology of aquatic culture that creates plants with exposed roots.”
Martin Troughton, Marketing Director at Anglian Home Improvements said, “It is exciting to be working with David on this project because by exposing some of the world’s most striking plants through clever glass technology and design, we are able to discover a new beauty and one that will amaze the gardening world. By opening our eyes to what we traditionally cannot see, we hope to challenge Hampton Court Palace Flower Show visitors and encourage a new take on plants this summer.”
This is great news, especially as Anglian has linked up with the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) sponsoring Britain in Bloom. Anglian Home Improvements share the common purpose to make Britain a ‘greener’ place to live, with their range of products to make the home more energy efficient.
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10 Feb 2011 04:22
Ideal Home Show Sponsored by Anglian Home Improvements
he Ideal Home Show, now in it’s 103rd year, brings together over 600 quality exhibitors from across the UK offering products for all areas of your home. With individual areas including ideal interiors, ideal home improvements, ideal gardens, ideal gadgets, ideal food, ideal housewares, ideal shopping and ideal woman, there is definitely something for everyone!
The Ideal Home Show 2010 saw over 265,000 visitors to the Earls Court location during a 17 day show, meaning 1 in 200 people from the UK population visited!
With celebrities like Linda Barker, George Clarke and Diarmuid Gavin offering you their expertise in their individual areas of the show you would be silly to miss out on such an amazing exhibition.
I had the pleasure of working on last years Ideal Home Show for Anglian Home Improvements, which saw us build two houses to demonstrate the differences in energy efficiency and style. The houses proved a massive hit with the visitors as they got an insight into the options available and to see the changes that have happened in as little as the last 10 years!
There is such a wide range of stands to visit, something to please everyone, including a very expensive yacht in the pool area, cooking on the top floor with all sorts of aromas and tastes, along with car displays of the latest models.
The Ideal Home Show is definitely an exhibition worth seeing as it has so much to see and do, and can improve your life in some way like your culinary skills, improving your home or just opening your eyes to new gadgets available.
Anglian Home Improvements the proud sponsors of Ideal Home Show 2011. Visit the Anglian website for information on our double glazed windows
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05 Jan 2011 03:12
Energy advice is at hand, says charity
Citizens Advice has joined forces with Ofgem to offer people practical energy guidance.
Energy advice is at hand, says charity
People struggling to improve their energy efficiency and lower bills do not need to cope with their problems alone, one charity has emphasised.
The Energy Best Deal campaign is underway once again, with guidance issued by Citizens Advice and Ofgem on how to ride out the increasing cost of keeping warm.
More than 44,000 people are estimated to have benefited from the scheme last year, as they were given advice on improving the energy efficiency of their properties and how to claim the right benefits.
John Rhodes, head of financial capability at Citizens Advice, said: "It is vital that they know how to get the best deal on their energy, where they can get help to keep their homes warm and how to keep their bills as low as possible."
Many consumers will no doubt be finding their finances tighter than ever following the 2.5 per cent increase in VAT imposed on January 4th.
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08 Dec 2010 10:48
Anglian At Hampton Court?
We have submitted our entry and are eagerly awaiting a response from the Royal Horticultural Society and the Hampton Court organisers.
The Hampton Court flower show is a prestigious show, displaying the most unique and interesting gardens, created by influential, knowledgeable individuals. It is taking place this year starting on July 5th.
With this taken into account Anglian are working with the most awarded gardener in the UK, a gardener of celebrities such as Michael Owen and Philip Schofield, a gardener who feeds his plants vodka, bananas and even Viagra to keep them happy. David Domoney!
With Anglian and David Domoney working together on what is going to be a challenging, insightful project, what sort of a garden are this team going to create? I cannot wait to see!!
Stay posted to find out if we have made it into Hampton Court!
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07 Dec 2010 10:49
Solar Industry Growing
The solar panel industry has grown at a phenomenal rate, something many people did not expect.
Everyone is starting to realise how much money they can save by taking up a greener way of living and producing energy, as well as improving the efficiency of their homes, according to thenewsforyou.com
It is not only the savings that is persuading us to install solar panels, it is the return of cash possible, if we install them soon enough.
The feed-in-tariff seems to have had a massive effect on the amount of people interested in solar panels, with photovoltaic panels earning you 41.3p per KiloWatt Hour, a potential yearly income of £770.
However, this tariff may not stay at this good rate for long, there was a review earlier this year of this reward, but luckily for us it is staying the same for now, with another review happening early next year.
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01 Dec 2010 10:50
Introducing Everest Energy
It’s been a few months now since we launched the new Everest website, and we hope you’ve been enjoying it. We added brand new dedicated product pages, a range of extra features – and of course this blog! Now we’re very proud to introduce the latest addition to our site; the Everest Energy section!
Everest energy is dedicated to state of the art energy-saving products, helping you to heat and power your house while making a significant reduction in your carbon emissions. Our brand new energy section includes information about our range of energy efficient boiler and central heating systems, plus our solar thermal water heating system and solar PV technology, which captures the natural energy of the sun to generate electricity and power your home.
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12 Nov 2010 01:30
Energy bills causing you trouble?
Energy debt across the UK is rising, causing one website to urge people to rethink usage and ways to lower their energy bills.
uSwitch.com have indicated that people are struggling to deal with the continuous rise in energy bills, responding to the recent figures released by Ofgem.
These figures stated how 1.9 million people are currently considered as being in energy debt and improving energy efficiency is one method to lower these bills.
You should also check your meter often to make sure you are not paying to much for what you are using, or even try to take advantage of the energy efficient tariffs available.
However it is not all bad news, as EDF has just announced it will not be increasing it’s prices over the winter period, giving you a bit of a breather for the Christmas break. This comes as British Gas are raising their prices by 7%!!
This will come as a bit of relief as most companies prices are rising, but EDF is suggesting we don’t get too complacent and should invest in improving our energy efficiency to help cut the costs, and make sure you are on the best tariff.
Ofgem’s latest figures suggest that there has been a 48% increase in bills since 2008 adding £381 to your annual bill! Cutting costs wherever possible is a must in this current affair.
With all this news the government is trying to do it’s bit by sending out insulation installers to inform homeowners how to be more energy efficient and the importance of it.
The governments ‘Green Deal’ is concerned with making everybody warmer this winter, by educating us on how to prevent heat loss through leaky roofs and windows, especially as gas prices are going up.
The Energy Savings Trust claims that by installing double glazed windows and doors can reduce heat loss by 50%, making it a worthy, long term investment, lowering our annual bills by £130!
We are all feeling the pinch during these tough winter months, but simple changes can have huge benefits to you and your home.
Anglian home Improvements have been successfully selling home improvement products for over 40 years.
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10 Nov 2010 01:30
Anglian Win Award!!!
Anglian Home Improvements won Best Garden Product or Range in this years House Beautiful awards, for our Conservatory Verandah.
This brilliant new design has been hailed the saviour of British summer time with its unique roof structure, which overhangs the end of the conservatory, giving you outdoor living under a beautiful glass ceiling.
2010's best products and home retailers were on fine display for the House Beautiful awards, being held at the Royal Opera House, London. Garden expert David Domoney presented Anglian Home Improvements award to Caroline Mills, Product Manager and Melanie McDonald, Head of Marketing.
Caroline Mills and Melanie McDonald receiving the award from David Domoney
Melanie McDonald was over the moon about winning this award, “We are delighted to have won this gold award. A lot of hard work goes into all our home improvement products to ensure we are creating beautiful, functional and most importantly affordable items for UK homeowners. This award is particularly important to us as we only launched the Conservatory Verandah this Spring so we are delighted to receive this recognition from House Beautiful.”
House Beautiful Editor Julia Goodwin said, ‘The House Beautiful Awards is the red carpet event of the homes industry – honouring the best of the best. This year we received a record number of entries and the standard has been higher than ever. From storage and wallpaper to sofas and kitchens, the buys you make for your home will be with you for years. This is why the House Beautiful Awards recognise only excellence across the board.’
Well done to everyone who helped create such a unique, genius idea to improve our summer times, and win such a prestiges award.
Anglian Home Improvements raising the standards since 1966.
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01 Nov 2010 01:31
Renewable Heat Incentive
Next year we will be able to save money for producing our own heat!
The DECC (department of energy and climate change) are introducing a Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI), which is a project in the making where you will be supported for having thermal efficient technology in your household, such as Thermal solar panels or wood pellet boilers.
The plan is to drive renewable heat from a fringe industry into the mainstream, with the RHI boasting a huge £850 million to strive towards this.
Around half of the energy consumption in the UK is heat and roughly half of the UK’s carbon emissions. Their initiative is to reduce the reliance on fossil fuels and push towards more sustainable, reliable green sources of energy so our heat requirements have a lesser impact on the environment.
The ambition from this commitment is to increases the amount of heat produced from a renewable source from a measly 1% to 12%. This can only be achieved by all parts of the population getting on board – households, communities, commercial and industrial sectors.
There is also the possibility that you could receive a tariff like you do at the moment with photovoltaic solar panels, just to give the incentive more appeal to us.
Hopefully next year we will be earning a nice little wage from all of our solar panels!
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08 Oct 2010 03:09
Philippa Forrester and Anglian hit the air waves
As some of you may be aware it is Energy Saving Week from the 18th to 25th October, so Philippa Forrester and Anglian have linked up to bring you some great tips to make your home more energy efficient.
With the Radio show going out across the nation on shows such as BBC Radio Cornwall, Smooth Radio London and BFBS it is guaranteed to help you get more out of your home. There will be numerous green topics discussed to help you save energy and water. Philippa Forrester and Anglian Home Improvements are giving away the Rough Guides book to Greening Your Home and also the Rough Guides DVD, so that you can discover more ways to save money and energy. To register for your copy of Rough Guides Greening Your Home click here. (Stocks are limited.)
To support Energy Savings Week we will be doing regular energy saving blogs during this week.
Philippa Forrester on the left
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05 Oct 2010 03:09
Is there such a thing as ‘free’ solar panels?
Homeowners beware, you could lose out on some serious cash should you hire out your roof to companies offering you free solar panels.
Which? consumer group has found that you could earn up to £10,500 over 25 years should you have your own solar panels installed, rather than selling your roof space, which sees ‘rent-a-roof’ companies take the feed-in-tariff (FIT) money for themselves. In addition to this you will see significant savings on your own energy bill.
In the sunniest parts of the country, these companies could be taking a whopping £1,300 from us each year, which for most of us is a generous
amount of money. Not only that we are only going to be saving a maximum of £412 a year on our energy bills. This all seems very unfair on us.
Which? states that the companies tend to keep very quiet about these vital statistics, leading to us believing we have a better deal than we actually do. How are these companies managing to accomplish this so well? I think a lack of knowledge about the governments FIT scheme might be to blame, so here is a basic description.
1. You install Photovoltaic solar panels, which produce 5MW or less energy.
2. Make sure these are then installed and accredited by Microgeneration Certification Scheme installers.
3. You then register with a supplier for FITs, which adds the generator to the Central register.
4. Inform the supplier of your meter readings.
5. Your recieve payments, depending on the amount of energy being produced.
It’s as simple as that! You can save money each year should you invest in solar panels, but it is making sure you get the best deal possible for your household. Don’t be mislead by the ‘rent-a-roof’ companies out there to earn your cash, install them yourself and reap the benefits.
Anglian Home Improvements, raising the standard in home improvements since 1966. For more information about our Photovoltaic solar panels, visit their website.
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01 Oct 2010 03:07
A Good Knight in Front of the TV
Norwich based Anglian Home Improvements has announced it’s sponsorship of two key Channel 4 programmes, The 5 O’ Clock Show and A Place in the Sun.
Anglian Home Improvements mascot, a knight clad in full armour, is the main feature of the sponsorship bumpers which appear before each programme. Shot on location at Hedingham Castle near Braintree in Essex, the pre-programme sponsorship bumpers depicts the Anglian knight making himself at home in his castle ahead of the programmes.
Commenting on the Channel Four sponsorship, Melanie McDonald, Head of Marketing and Communications at Anglian Home Improvements said; “This is a great opportunity to draw attention to the Anglian brand ahead of these popular TV programmes. Keep your eyes peeled for our knight this bank holiday as the first sponsorship trailer goes out on Bank Holiday Monday ahead of the 5 O’clock Show which is a very prominent spot for sponsorship.”
A galaxy of famous faces present Channel 4's new tea-time series, ‘The 5 O’clock Show’, which starts on bank holiday Monday. Peter Andre presents the first two weeks of the new tea-time series with other guest presenters including; Lenny Henry, Denise Van Outen, Melanie Sykes and Vernon Kay taking the gauntlet for the remaining programmes. ‘A Place in the Sun’, presented by Amanda Lamb, remains a popular Channel Four production and will also be sponsored by Anglian Home Improvements over the coming series.
For further details on Anglian Home Improvements visit www.anglianhome.co.uk or call 0800 500 600.
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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."
Anglian Home Improvements, formerly known as Anglian Windows, have been successfully selling home improvement products for over 40 years. Visit our homepage for more information on our range of products.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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19 Sep 2008 03:14
Anglian Home Improvements The Movie
The Anglian Home Improvement’s website takes another leap forward this week as video content from their fantastic DVD has been adapted into some short films and added to the site.
Sites such as YouTube have revolutionised the way people use the internet and web users are now very comfortable watching video clips online. Video is a great way to engage with customers online and to demonstrate the fantastic product benefits that you can offer. Anglian Home Improvements hopes to showcase some exciting developments to their products through this new medium and think it is a good way to showcase their brand and product offerings to consumers - with the medium of video helping them to better display the product benefits.
Anglian has added 5 new videos to help customers appreciate the quality of their products from the comfort of their own home. One of the videos introduces British Standard BS6399 which all Anglian conservatories are designed to meet. Compelling footage of a non-BS6399 compliant conservatory roof blowing away at 30mph proves to be quite an interesting watch! Anglian has also added a video on Solaroof which helps you to reduce the glare of sunlight coming through your conservatory roof. And Tony Robinson extols the virtues of Anglian’s energy efficient Ultra 2 sealed units in another video on the site.
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