Over 100 homes in Lanarkshire could soon be a lot cosier as they are set to have highly energy-efficient windows installed.A total of 111 properties will have new windows fitted as part of planned maintenance workstream led by Lanarkshire Housing Association in Motherwell.
The housing association has over 900 properties located in both North and South Lanarkshire.CCG (Scotland), who are based in Cambuslang, will be responsible for the fabrication, supply and fit of their own, ‘Passivhaus’ accredited window known as the GENEO, which is designed by REHAU UK, a leading polymer supplier for the manufacture of uPVC window and door products.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.
Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android The term ‘Passivhaus’ is commonly used in new housebuilding whereby homes are created to such an enhanced standard of performance and are so well-insulated, they require very little need for space heating.The GENEO Window works in a very similar way; the product is triple-glazed and has insulation integrated into the frame to drastically reduce heat loss.This standard of finish also improves soundproofing whilst the use of uPVC as a material offers enhanced durability with a greater resistance to weathering over a 40-year lifespan.Lanarkshire Housing Association Chairperson, Charles Millar, said: “The Association will deliver a
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