Many people have probably heard of the Green Deal but are not completely sure what is entailed.
Basically the Green Deal is a Government initiative set up to encourage home owners and businesses to install more green technology within their properties with no upfront costs, the money is paid back over time and the debt stays with the property, so if someone moves house the new home owner will take over the debt.
one of the reasons for setting up this initiative was due to the fact that much of Britain's building stock is extremely old, and needs to be brought up to date.
Once this is achieved a majority of property owners will be paying much less on their energy bills.
One item included in the Green Deal Initiative is double glazed windows, which is good news for many home owners considering fitting new windows and doors can be extremely expensive.
The Green Deal will cover the cost of installation for up to £10,000 for homeowners and possibly more for businesses.
Due to the fact double glazing can be so costly it may be a while before you start to see a return on your investment, however once you do it will all seem worthwhile.
Below are some facts on how fitting new windows and doors can help save you money and also how it will reduce your carbon footprint.

• Saving you money - It has been estimated that fitting thermally efficient double glazing can save a home owner a massive £170 per year on their energy bills.
  
• Heat Retention - As the name suggests double glazing is twice the thickness of single, meaning much better heat retention.
  Fitting new windows will prevent the draughts and cold spots in your home often associated with old glazing which needs replacing.
  
• Noise reduction - Once again this comes from the fact double glazed windows are much thicker, meaning noise reduction will be enhanced compared to single glazed windows.
  This is perfect if you live in a busy built up area.
  
• Security - The fact double glazing offers much higher security for your home or business is a major selling point for many buyers.
  Double glazed windows are much harder for burglars to break into than single glazed units, and over the past five years many manufacturers have improved the security of their windows with new locking mechanisms.
  

As you can see from this list there are many advantages to fitting new windows and doors throughout your home, and the green deal initiative just makes it that little bit more appealing.