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Bazile | 11:13 Thu 13th Oct 2016 | Home & Garden
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This might seem like a silly question .

Is it advisable to have double glazing fitted in cold rainy weather - as in this time of year OR should i await the spring / summer ?
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well its much more comfortable to have it fitted when the weather is nice.....but having said that, round me last summer was on continuous storm pretty much..
It takes 3-4 hours to remove an old window and fit a new one .. put a hat and coat on while they do it.
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I was thinking more about the sealant not drying properly or water being in the recesses when the units are put in , affecting the units in the future .
Sorry Bazile I had visions of you sat in front of the telly in your coat when your windows are removed .. when you fit units you dont use sealant at they are sealed up against the outer rubber seal when the inner beads are pressed in place. Anyhow the fitters will be sat in their van if it rains.
These days there are plenty of adhedives that work well even under water so dont worry.
the double glazing in this house was put in during a soaking wet autumn 20 years ago and (touching wood) it has been fine
Because fewer people want it fitted in winter weather, you often get better deals at this time of year....they need to keep the fitters occupied!
Thanks for the call on another thread, Baz. Nothing to add to Homer's post.

No technical considerations at all. Have it done at your convenience. :o)
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My plan was to tell her indoors, that it's not reccomended to fit them in winter ; thus given me the chance to put this on the back burner until next year and deal with other pressing matters .

Still it's good to be educated on things like this .

Thanks all
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The Builder - In which area of the UK do you work ?
Sorry I've only just seen your reply, Baz.

I'm in a small village near Exeter. :o)
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thanks
Fancy doing an extension in the West Midlands ? :-)

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