Home improvement FAQs

The first decision you need to make is which window material is right for your home. Your final decision will be heavily influenced by your own personal choice, budget, property appearance and building era.   Read more

Modern double glazing lasts at least 20 years, but there are certain tell-tale signs you need to look out for. Read more

Most homes are covered by permitted development, which means it’s unlikely that you’ll need to secure planning permission to install new windows. There are a few exceptions to this rule, such as bay windows and upper-floor side elevations.   Read more

There are many aspects to consider when purchasing new windows, such as material, thermal performance and whether it's been accredited by industry bodies to ensure it's quality. To accommodate the majority of budgets, we offer a range of comprehensive finance options, including 2 years interest free credit & buy now pay later - £99 deposit. Find more information on double glazed window prices here.

Energy efficient home improvements are incredibly important, so if you're wondering how to tell what A rated glazing is you're not alone! Read more

Run-down window frames can have a real impact on a property's thermal efficiency. Affecting old Victorian and Edwardian homes in particular, many homeowners are led to believe replacing windows in old houses is incredibly difficult - but it needn't be. Read more

Over the last 20 years or so, uPVC windows have gone from strength to strength in terms of performance and style. Not only are they incredibly energy efficient, they're also available in a variety of classic, modern and eclectic shades. Read more

Evolution windows and Residence 9 are two of the most well-known timber-effect heritage window brands. But which one is better and what's the difference? Read more

If you're thinking about bringing a 1930s property back to its original Art Deco style, choosing the windows can be tricky. Read more

The first decision you need to make is which door material is right for your home. Security comes first, which is why we offer a vast range of uPVC, composite, timber and aluminium doors. Complete with industry-leading and highly accredited hardware, our award-winning replacement front doors hold the power to transform your home.   Read more

It can be hard to accept when your old front door needs replacing, but ignoring these early warning signs can lead to grave problems... Read more

Most homes are covered by permitted development, which means it’s unlikely that you’ll need to secure planning permission to install new doors. There are a few exceptions to this rule, such as homes located within conservation areas and Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB).   Read more

There are many aspects to consider when purchasing a new door, such as material, style & thermal performance. To accommodate the majority of budgets, we offer a range of comprehensive finance options, including 2 years interest free credit & buy now pay later - £99 deposit. Find more information on front door prices here.   Finance Options

Doors are frequently used throughout the day, so it’s important to purchase a door that will stand the test of time. Depending on your budget and lifestyle, an authentic timber door can last a lifetime, followed by technologically advanced composite and aluminium doors. Although a well looked after uPVC door can also last a respectable amount of time.   Read more

If you're thinking about which modern home improvements are best for your home, replacing old French doors with modern bifold doors may have crossed you mind. But is it possible?... Read more

Most homes are covered by permitted development, which means it’s unlikely that you’ll need to secure planning permission to install a new conservatory – as long as certain criteria are met. Read more

There are many aspects to consider when purchasing a new conservatory, such as size, material and whether it's been accredited by the relevant industry bodies to ensure it's quality. To accommodate the majority of budgets, we offer a range of comprehensive finance options and conservatory prices, including 2 years interest free credit & buy now pay later - £99 deposit. Finance Options

We all want a bit more space, which is why conservatories are one of Britain’s favourite home improvements around. Heightening a home’s kerb appeal, award-winning and high-performance conservatories from SEHBAC can increase property value’s by at least 5%, making them even better value for their price! Read more 

Conservatories generally welcome the outside in, acting as a sunroom due to being built mainly from glass. Orangeries feel much more like an extension of the existing property, thanks to the use of more brick and solid sections instead of glass, which allows for enhanced insulation qualities. Read more

With a variety of roofing styles to choose from, it can seem a daunting task at first. The two main choices are pitched roof and flat roofs, but which is better? Read more

Before you go ahead with building a new glazed extension, there are a few questions that need to be answered first. Home insurance is an important aspect to consider. Read more

No, we only offer an installation service. However, all products are rigorously tested and precision fabricated by industry leaders to meet your exact specifications.

Simple. Click through to our ‘Service Request’ page, fill out the form and we’ll get back to you.

Yes, of course. Along with superb build quality, excellent service, and great installation procedures we take great care in ensuring competitive quotes and guaranteed reliability. All of our products are guaranteed for 10 years after installation.

Yes, we pride ourselves on the quality of our installations and are tested every 3 months to ensure this quality stays superb.

Yes. Each quote we provide is completely free from any fees, and carries of course, no obligations with it.

Yes, we do. For more information visit our Finance page.

Yes, we ensure each of our products and home improvements complies with current and forthcoming building regulations.

Yes, we take every effort in ensuring each product we build complies with these standards.

Yes, we do. In the past we have undertaken many education and Government projects, as well as private sector commercial projects. For more information visit our SEH Commercial website. We also take on civil engineering, joinery, surfacing, and development projects.

Yes, we only use our own surveyors. Each of our surveyors are trained to the highest standard and can plan for any home improvement, from the simplest of roofing to the most complicated bespoke house extensions.

Many of our installers have actually been with us for over 20 years. A prerequisite is that they are NVQ2 qualified and work within the stringent standards and guidelines also laid out by BSI.

Yes, we can.

SEH BAC are members of the GGF (Glass and Glazing Federation) who are a respected and well known organisation committed to ensure it’s members perform to the highest standard. We, SEH BAC, are affiliated to the Government endorsed TrustMark Scheme, which gives customer confidence with proven codes of practice in health & safety, customer care, quality of work, trading practices and customer care. SEH BAC are also regulated by FENSA (Fenestration Self-Assessment Scheme). All windows and doors must comply with FENSA thermal performance standards and regulations.

We are proud to have been trading since 1971 — for 50 years! Throughout this time we’ve been providing quality home improvements to thousands of happy customers. If you’re thinking about improving your home, contact us to see what we can do for you.

We cover London and the South East, but the SEH Group, of which we are a part of, covers Hertfordshire, East Anglia, South East, London and the South including Kent and Sussex.