Double Glazing Installer News

The Green Homes Grant and “Buy to Let” Landlords

With the announcement of the impending Green Homes Grant in September, many homeowners and installers are gearing up ready for installations. However, it’s not only homeowners that should be assessing the energy efficiency of their properties but Buy to Let landlords are included and should be planning now to see if their properties need to be improved too. With only just over one month until t…

Positive signs for glazing as DGCOS installations soar by over 2000%

DGCOS, the Double Glazing & Conservatory Ombudsman Scheme, has seen a huge increase in glazing installations, up by over 2000% in July as compared to the end of April. DGCOS is a leading consumer protection organisation supporting member companies and protecting consumers in the renewable energy sector. The 2000% increase represents over £8m worth of glazing installations protected by the scheme.…

Over 50% Of Homeowners Want to Apply for the Green Homes Grant

Latest research suggests that more than half of homeowners in the UK are planning to apply for the Green Homes Grant, the government’s latest scheme. Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced the grant in July’s budget as a part of the government’s plans to get the economy moving again. The grant will allow homeowners and landlords to apply for vouchers from a £2 billion scheme to make their homes m…

Brand Ambassador George Clarke joins us in saying a fond farewell to Nick Ross

Alongside DGCOS Brand Ambassador George Clarke, after 12 years representing DGCOS and the HIES and HICS schemes, Nick Ross has decided to retire this July and I’m sure you’ll join us in wishing him a fond farewell and best wishes for the future. Our founder, Tony Pickup, first approached Nick back in 2008 because he was a leading consumer advocate and supporter of consumer protection. Nick joi…

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Installer News | Date: July 2020

The Green Homes Grant and “Buy to Let” Landlords

Positive signs for glazing as DGCOS installations soar by over 2000%

Over 50% Of Homeowners Want to Apply for the Green Homes Grant

Brand Ambassador George Clarke joins us in saying a fond farewell to Nick Ross