Installation of plastic windows in the entrance of a multi-storey building

One of the systemic problems characteristic of apartment buildings is significant heat loss in the entrances. The main source of such heat losses are windows: an old wooden joiner with single or (at best) double glazing does not provide sufficiently effective energy saving. The result is a cold in the entrance and growing figures in the bills for heating the house.

The problem is solved in one way — by replacing old wooden windows with new plastic structures. Such a decision will be fully justified: after the replacement, the comfort level will noticeably increase and heating costs will decrease. But it is important to choose the right set of windows for replacement and, if possible, reduce the financial burden.

Window replacement: causes and results

Not always and not all residents of the MKD have a positive attitude to the idea of replacing windows. But in practice, this operation will be quite justified. There are several reasons:

• Energy saving. Installing plastic windows instead of old wooden structures is guaranteed to reduce heat loss. The entrance will become noticeably warmer with lower heating costs. So the advantages in the form of comfort and economy are obvious.
• Appearance. Even if the old windows were cared for and done regularly enough, they still don't look the best after decades of service. Installing plastic windows (even the simplest ones) will transform the entrance and make it more tidy.
• Lighting. It can be quite dark in the entrances, including due to incorrectly selected windows. To get more natural light, you can install low-sash windows in the house (for example, designs based on the WDS 6S profile). Due to this, the area of the light opening will increase — and it will be possible to reduce lighting costs.
• Ventilation. Excessive humidity and musty air is a problem of many entrances. Problems are solved only in one way — regular airing. With old wooden windows, it was almost impossible, but after installing metal-plastic structures, it will be much more convenient to ventilate the entrance.

In addition, the service life of plastic windows is several decades — so their purchase for installation in the entrance can be considered as a long-term investment in comfort and energy saving. In addition, plastic windows are undemanding in care — they do not need to be painted every two or three years. So the general cleaning in the entrance will also take less effort.

Pay attention! The purchase of plastic windows for installation in the entrance of an apartment building can be sponsored by the state. Since 2014, there have been targeted lending programs aimed at stimulating the thermal modernization of residential buildings. The terms of the loan for 2022 have not yet been approved — but if the program is launched, then it is definitely worth using it to replace windows in an apartment building.

Complete set of windows for the entrance

It should be borne in mind that almost any plastic window will cope with the task of energy saving better than a wooden joiner installed in the entrance when building a house. But still it is worth approaching the issue thoroughly and choosing designs with optimal configuration:

• The key requirement is energy efficiency. The current regulations provide minimum values of heat transfer resistance for structures that are installed in residential buildings. For climate zone I, the minimum indicator is 0.75 ^m2 · K/W, for climate zone II — 0.6 ^m2 · K/W. To ensure that the windows comply with the standards, you need to choose products based on a five- or six—chamber profile with double-glazed windows (energy-saving glass is mandatory, argon is optional, but very desirable).
• The strength and reliability of the profile is another priority. Yes, the window openings in the entrances are small. But on the other hand, the operational load on such windows will be higher than on structures installed directly in apartments.
• The possibility of opening the shutters — transom or swing-out — is also very important. Installing blind windows without opening parts will not make it possible to fully ventilate the entrance. Moreover, due to the increased tightness, the humidity level of the air will also increase. This means that the risk of mold on the walls will increase.

Installation of plastic windows in the entrance of the MKD

The number of windows in the entrance of the house depends on the number of floors and the layout of the building — but in any case it is better to replace them all at once. Here lies an unobvious difficulty in choosing a contractor.

The company where you will order windows for the entrance:

1. It must have sufficient production capacity to manufacture a large number of structures on time.
2. It should have at its disposal several installation teams for the prompt installation of these windows.

In addition, it is desirable that the company has experience working with the entrances of apartment buildings — this will allow the manager to choose the optimal set of products, as well as to advise on the existing state programs of targeted lending for condominiums and individuals.

Naturally, do not forget about the basic principles of choosing a company — an affordable price, a good reputation and compliance with warranty obligations. After all, the replacement of windows in the entrance is a large-scale project, and the comfort and expenses of the residents of the building depend on its results. So it is worth entrusting its implementation to a company that has relevant experience and that can ensure the proper quality of work!

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