UPVC & Brick Porches

Most porches won’t be subject to building regulations as long as it remains consistent with the existing entrance, otherwise there could be a delay whilst such obligations are formally dealt with. It will act as another secure barrier to your home as it includes high security hinges and handles, a multi-point locking mechanism, dog bolts and a series of anti-bump/snap cylinders. This will make it near impossible to break through the windows and doors.

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The usefulness of a porch cannot be underestimated. Time and time again upon entering and exiting your home you will become accustomed to utilising it for storing all manner of clothing such as jackets, coats and footwear. Because of the inevitable frequent usage it needs to be properly energy efficient and there’s no question that will be the case as the double glazed windows and doors will cut out heat loss, as will the roof covering fitted. Its warmth will most be appreciated any time you dash into the house to seek shelter from the cold.

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UPVC windows have a presence in millions of households nowadays and it’s easy to understand why when you consider the numerous benefits to be had from the material. For a start, the thermal insulation of UPVC far outweighs that of timber and can therefore have a hugely positive effect on fuel costs, driving them down to a more affordable price. If you need a replacement for an old arched window then UPVC can be specially moulded into the necessary shape, whilst also featuring a curved external bead.

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The white coloured UPVC window is a timeless favourite and a finish that you can never go wrong with when choosing it, but there’s a greater range of coloured UPVC windows nowadays so the option is always there to be a bit different. So along with conventional colours such as the aforementioned classic white, we now have colours such as Grey, Irish Oak and Chartwell Green.

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Planning permission is very rarely required for porches as most are classed as being a ‘permitted development’. If that proves to be the case when buying yours then you will be pleased to know that it can fitted very quickly indeed. A porch is categorised a ‘permitted development’ if it adheres to the following: (1) the internal ground floor area does not exceed three square metres; (2) no part of the porch is more than three metres above ground level; (3) no part of the porch is within two metres of any boundary of the dwelling and the highway.

Building Regs - Porches that measure thirty square metres internally are usually exempt from building regulations so long as it also doesn’t adversely affected any ramped or levelled access and the front entrance stays in situ between the porch and house. Further obligations are that the glazing and electrical fittings comply with the building regulations too.

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