In the modern-day people are constantly looking at ways to invest their money in order to get a greater return in the future. There are a variety of different ways you can invest your money and today we are going to look at home improvements and how they can help you increase the value of your property. Depending on what improvements you make the increase in value of your home will vary. Something simple like replacing old windows with new ones will add value to your home but it won’t be ext...

In this week’s blog, we are going to take a different approach than we usually do. Rather than talk about a particular topic or product we are going to take the opportunity to showcase some of our work that you may have perhaps missed or simply haven’t seen before. We want to show our existing and potential customers the variety of projects that we can produce and the high standards that we are always striving to achieve. Take a look below and let us know what you think and what projec...

When choosing a new door for your home, you will consider a variety of things to help achieve a balanced blend of good looks, security and cost to ensure that your house is secure and pleasing on the eye. A composite door could well be your answer to this problem as it offers style, safety, functionality and cost-effectiveness. What is a composite door?  A composite door is made using a range of materials but generally consists of a hardwood inner frame with an insulating core of polyurethane...

One of the visions that Countrywide Windows had when they first opened their doors was to provide a stress-free and complete service to their clients. Fast forward over 16 years later and we are going to take a look at this vision and how it has become a reality.  Home improvement projects can take some time to complete depending on the size and can be disruptive to your home life whilst it is ongoing. Most home improvement companies will use multiple contractors when it comes to the construc...

A lot of the time when we talk in our blogs we speak about allowing natural sunlight into your home. It is always seen as a great benefit to you, but why is this? In today’s blog, we are going to take a look at how natural sunlight actually helps, improves and benefits you and your lifestyle. Save Money First, we are going to talk about saving money. Who doesn’t want to cut costs and save a few quid here and there to spend on the more luxurious things in life. The Sun is a natural free sou...

With the emergence of the internet in the modern day it is only natural for someone to research multiple home improvement companies before they decide the best one for their project. All it takes is a couple clicks of the mouse and you can see recent projects, reviews – whether they are good or bad and to get a quote for your project, meaning you can easily compare several companies before deciding who is best for you. With this in mind, we thought we would make it even easier for you to see ...

When you own a property, you know that security is absolutely vital when it comes to protecting all of the valuable items within your home. So, our question is, do you know the signs of a chink in your armour? Some signs are obvious and are easy for all to see such as a broken window, whilst others don’t look like they could cause to much of an issue until it’s too late! In today’s blog, we are going to look at 3 different issues that can result in your doors security being compromised. ...

Composite Doors are a great addition to any property as they are extremely robust and secure. They look like traditional timber doors but allow you to receive a heightened level of security. So, what actually is a Composite Door? Composite doors are made up of a variety of materials rather than just one main material, including PVC, wood, insulating foam and GRP (glass reinforced plastic). The combination of materials results in a door that is very strong, secure and extremely energy efficient...

Unfortunately, winter will be upon us soon and the sunny days and nice weather will be a thing of the past until this time next year. Everyone is out enjoying the sun and doesn’t want to think about the cold months ahead however, if you are looking to improve your home now could be the best time to start before winter strikes. We advise you to check all of your windows and doors to see if they have any damage to them and most importantly to check if they are draughty. This may not be an issu...

This time of year is one of the busiest periods for us here at Countrywide Windows as everyone wants to make the most of the summer months and the weather that comes with them. Today we would like to share a few photos of the latest projects we have been working on at Countrywide so you can see what we have been up to. All of the jobs above were completed by our experienced team of professionals who deal with all aspects of the project, from planning and construction to installation a...

Sliding doors are a perfect way to improve and modernise a space whilst letting natural light flood into a room. A sliding door will seamlessly blend the interior of your home with your garden. If you’re thinking of upgrading your property with sliding patio doors, then you have the choice of either aluminium or uPVC sliding doors. Both types of doors offer a variety of unique aesthetic and performance benefits that will greatly improve the efficiency and security of your property. There is ...

The home improvement market has been booming in recent years and there are many reasons why improving your home is becoming more and more popular when compared to moving properties. This week we are going to take a look at why upgrading can be better than moving.  When it comes to improving your home you can start off as small as you like from a simple guttering replacement to the installation of some brand new windows. The project size can increase into something much larger such an conserva...

Bi-folding doors have been a popular home improvement product for a number of years now. There are so many benefits that come with this beautiful product and today we are going to talk about them.  Bi-folding doors are a flexible and modern choice for homeowners, they allow you to make the most of the connection between your home and your garden. Made up of multiple door sections, bi-folding doors can occupy a wide range of opening sizes and spaces. These sections fold to one side in a simple...

When you think of home improvement projects the first thought is often of orangeries, conservatories or loft conversions. No one ever thinks of guttering and this vital part of a property is often neglected until it becomes an issue and then you as the homeowner are forced to deal with it. In this weeks article we are going to tell you why replacing your guttering could save you a fortune.  The importance of professionally installed and maintained gutters cannot be stressed enough. Every hous...

Windows and doors can get damaged in a number of ways. Years of being battered by the elements can take its toll, an unfortunate accident or poor maintenance can leave them damaged and vulnerable. Although the damage may be small, like a little crack or slightly loose hinges, something that barely enters your thoughts, it can in the future affect your home more than you ever thought it could. Small cracks can grow in size during the winter months resulting in a whole window needing to be repla...