New double glazing to add value before sale or not?

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My pvc windows wouldn't close, turned out it was just a problem with the hinges, an easy fix.

peterf83

SandraX wrote: »

Hey

A few questions please.

Value of property as it is.
Type of property eg bungalow, townhouse, eot, etc.
conditon inside ie how old kitchen bathroom, decor.
Area is it desirable.
Approx price of windows
I may then be able to give you an idea.

Having stated the above as windows dont close properly many wont notices but will not the mist so possibly a few quid on a demist?

ATB

It’s worth £315k according to zoopla.
3 bed terraced property.
Internal finish is exceptional I would say, spent way more on the internal than I should have (30k kitchen etc).
It’s in London borough of havering, 1 mile away from a cross rail station. There is a real mixture of private and council own properties, the whole estate is ex council.
Windows should be around 5.5k

Apparently the units have ‘blown’ and can’t be easily repaired. They have a type of seal which isn’t available now.

ACG

It may not affect the value, but it may affect the how quickly you get an offer.

From experience replacing windows in a whole house is a PITA. I would want a good deal on the house if I was buying knowing that I was going to have to do the windows and deal with the mess, inconvenience and potentially having to redecorate.

Are you wanting top whack for the property when you come to sell or are you happy to sell it for a bit below the most you could get for it? If the rest of the house is in a good state, I would do the windows. If the rest of the house is average, I would probably leave them.

Mr.Generous

peterf83 wrote: »

It’s worth £315k according to zoopla.
3 bed terraced property.
Internal finish is exceptional I would say, spent way more on the internal than I should have (30k kitchen etc).
It’s in London borough of havering, 1 mile away from a cross rail station. There is a real mixture of private and council own properties, the whole estate is ex council.
Windows should be around 5.5k

Apparently the units have ‘blown’ and can’t be easily repaired. They have a type of seal which isn’t available now.

I cannot think of any type of glazing I've seen that cannot have a sealed unit changed. You don't need new seals, the beading hasn't failed it will be the glazing unit. You can buy packers, security tape etc if required. Try one of those window Dr businesses - they are used to repairing rather than trying to quote for new windows.

Last windows we did on a renovation were approx. 1st 2.1 x 0.9mtr white frame, clear glass 2 openers, 2nd 0.9 x 0.9 top opener, white frame clear glass. Units cost £310 (for both all together) delivered. We fit ourselves.


Some of the DG quotes I see make my eyes water.:mad:

peterf83

Mr.Generous wrote: »

I cannot think of any type of glazing I've seen that cannot have a sealed unit changed. You don't need new seals, the beading hasn't failed it will be the glazing unit. You can buy packers, security tape etc if required. Try one of those window Dr businesses - they are used to repairing rather than trying to quote for new windows.

Last windows we did on a renovation were approx. 1st 2.1 x 0.9mtr white frame, clear glass 2 openers, 2nd 0.9 x 0.9 top opener, white frame clear glass. Units cost £310 (for both all together) delivered. We fit ourselves.


Some of the DG quotes I see make my eyes water.:mad:

Yes this is something I might look into. I don’t know anything about double glazing, what I have reported on here is what a previous sales person told me, no doubt to influence my decision.

peterf83

ACG wrote: »

It may not affect the value, but it may affect the how quickly you get an offer.

From experience replacing windows in a whole house is a PITA. I would want a good deal on the house if I was buying knowing that I was going to have to do the windows and deal with the mess, inconvenience and potentially having to redecorate.

Are you wanting top whack for the property when you come to sell or are you happy to sell it for a bit below the most you could get for it? If the rest of the house is in a good state, I would do the windows. If the rest of the house is average, I would probably leave them.

Thanks for your response.

I wonder whether it’s worth speaking with a local estate agent to get their view?

hazyjo

peterf83 wrote: »

It’s worth £315k according to zoopla.

Ignore Zoopla. Can be miles out.

See what similar properties on the estate have sold for. Your 'smart furnishings/decor' may make it easier to sell, but it's unlikely to make it worth as much as a non-ex-LA property so try to work out where that puts it price wise.

I'd prob not do the windows. People are unlikely to fall in love with the house and say no cos the windows are dated

How old is the boiler? If new, it may even things out in a buyer's mind.

Tom99

If you do get them done make sure you choose a style and colour which won't offend any purchasers. Choice of leaded lights or brown frames typically turn some people off.

AndyTails

peterf83 wrote: »

Yes this is something I might look into. I don’t know anything about double glazing, what I have reported on here is what a previous sales person told me, no doubt to influence my decision.

If they were a "sales person" then sounds like they're from a big company and good chance they were trying to lead you towards replacement rather than repair. As others have said, get your local independent glazier round to quote - a half decent one should be able to adjust your hinges etc. and replace blown glass units (not window frames) for a few hundred quid. This'll make it easier to sell, but wouldn't affect the house price.

eddddy

Tell a few local EAs that you're planning to sell soon, so you'd like a market appraisal and advice on what you should do to the house before selling.

(Obviously, be cautious about believing everything they say.)


FWIW, an EA once advised me... always replace blown (misted) double glazing units, even if you do nothing else.

Prospective buyers like to 'gaze at the view' through all the windows, so any misted windows become a major detraction.