What Happens If You Sell a House Without a FENSA Certificate? A missing FENSA certificate does not automatically prevent you selling a house. It can, however, raise enquiries about replacement windows, delay the transaction or leave the buyer and their lender asking for further evidence. The right response depends on what is missing. A lost […]
Tag Archives: Building Regulations
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Oct
Oct
Does Replacing a Window Need Building Control Sign-Off? Replacing a complete window in England normally requires a Building Regulations compliance route, even when the new frame occupies the same opening. That does not always mean the homeowner must make a separate building control application. An appropriately registered installer can self-certify eligible work through a competent […]
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Sep
Sep
Making a Window Bigger Is Not the Same as Replacing It Replacing a window and enlarging a window opening may sound like variations of the same project. Architecturally, they are quite different. A straightforward replacement generally begins with an opening that already exists. The proportions of wall and glass remain broadly established, and the new […]
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Jul
Why Security Standards Exist Choosing windows and doors for a home involves balancing many considerations, from architectural design and thermal performance to durability and everyday usability. Security is equally important, yet it can often feel more difficult to assess. While appearance and build quality may be immediately visible, it is far less obvious how a […]
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Jul
What Is FENSA? If you are planning to replace your windows, there is a good chance you will come across the term FENSA. It often appears in quotations, installation paperwork and conversations with window companies, yet many homeowners are unsure what it actually means. Some assume it is a product certification, while others believe it […]