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Get a free quoteWhen it comes to home insurance, there is so much fine print. It can be hard to know exactly what you’re paying for. At Seal-Lite, we want all our customers to know where they stand with their home improvement products. In this article, we’re answering all your questions surrounding home insurance for windows and doors. Starting with…
A majority of insurance companies will ask for windows to be fitted with some form of locking mechanism. We would advise that you ensure all your downstairs windows are fitted with internal locks. These can be fitted to the top or bottom of the window. However, for maximum security, the locks should be operated by a key.
The rule of thumb with insurance companies is they won’t cover damage that is self-inflicted or caused by neglect. If you’ve had low-quality windows installed, causing your house to get draughty, replacing them won’t be covered by your insurance. This is also the case for broken window seals.
Even in extraordinary circumstances, say a falling tree breaking your windows, the insurance provider could claim that you’re liable for the tree being planted too close to the house. That’s why it’s important to get quality, resilient windows the first time around.
Usually, yes. A front door and its locks are considered part of the overall home, and so should be covered by home insurance. Of course, this is only if you have not caused the damage yourself.
If damage has been done to your front door by an intruder, your insurance should pay out.
When insurance providers mention the ‘final exit door’, they are referring to the last door you leave before you’re outside your property. If you live in your own house, this will be the front door to the building. If you live in shared accommodation, this is the last door you leave before entering the communal space.
Fitting locks to your windows add an extra layer of security to your home. They help to prevent intruders from gaining access to your property.
Nowadays, most windows come with multi-point locking systems integrated into their mechanism.
The most common, high-performing locks for front doors are:
The 5-point mortice lock is a type of multi-point locking mechanism. By turning a key, it looks the door in 5 different places. It can be locked and unlocked from both the inside and the outside.
Rim locks and night latches are both additional security features. They are fitted to the door’s surface, as opposed to mortice locks, which are embedded in the door itself.
It depends on the installer, the number of windows that need replacing, and the material the windows are made from. Typically, the cheapest replacement window option is white uPVC, depending on the size of the window.
Price can also vary if the windows are installed as part of an emergency replacement.
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Most windows should last between 15-20 years. A good, reputable window installer will give you a guarantee of at least 10 years. If the windows falter before then, the insurance provider may not deal with it, but the installer should.
Every one of Seal-Lite’s products comes with a guarantee, giving you peace of mind long after your product has been installed.
You could be in violation of your mortgage contract if you don’t have homeowner’s insurance. Your home insurance should at least equal the amount you still owe on your home.
If you don’t have any, your mortgage lender may find a new insurance provider for you. There’s a risk here that the new company will have higher premiums than you can afford. It’s also possible that they won’t provide the coverage you need for your possessions.
You should definitely lock your ground-floor windows and any entrance doors. This prevents intruders from gaining access easily, in a way that insurance providers would view you at fault for.
To keep air circulating through the night, you can open your upstairs windows, providing they’re still inaccessible for potential intruders.
Single-glazed windows are more likely to have a higher insurance cost because they’re more likely to get damaged. Their single pane of glass is much more likely to get cracked or smashed.
For more resilient windows with lower insurance costs, upgrade to a high-performing set of double-glazed or triple-glazed windows today. Alternatively, for a more budget-friendly solution, consider getting secondary glazing from your single-glazed window.
At Seal-Lite, we provide top-of-the-range windows and doors across the Bristol area.
If you have any more questions about our products or insurance, contact our fantastic team on 01275 342 656 or get a free online quote. You can also view our vast home improvement product range in our Clevedon-based showroom.
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