Does Armour Home Improvements Offer Double Glazing Repairs in Ayrshire?

Yes, we do! We can repair most double-glazing faults including condensation issues, drafts, broken seals, window leaks, misalignments, and more. If you think that your double glazing could be repaired rather than replaced, visit our double glazing repairs page, or get in touch with us and one of our friendly team will come out and inspect your double glazing.

Is My Double Glazing Fully Insured with Armour Home Improvements?

Yes - All our fitted double glazing comes with 10 Year QANW Insurance Backed Guarantee, giving you absolute peace of mind.

Do You Offer Double Glazed Doors?

Absolutely! We specialize in providing high-quality double-glazed doors as well as double glazed units. We offer a wide range of stylish doors including PVC doors, composite doors, French doors, and BI-Fold doors. Check out our doors page to find out more.

Is It Worth Upgrading from Old Double Glazing?

Yes, absolutely. Upgrading from old double glazing is a wise decision for many reasons; the newer technology involves in double glazing have offered improved energy efficiency, better security features, and enhanced aesthetics. New double glazing is also seen as an investment, saving on energy bills, increased home security, and a more comfortable living environment.

How Much Warmer Is a House with Double Glazing?

Double glazing significantly contributes to a warmer home by providing improved insulation. The gap between the glass panes provided by double glazing essentially acts as a thermal barrier, which reduces heat transfer. Homes with double glazing installed therefore experience less heat loss during the colder winter months, making them both more energy efficient and more comfortable.

Will Double Glazing Add Value to My Property?

Yes – double glazing can add substantial value to your property. This is because potential buyers very often see energy efficient features, such as double glazing, as attractive home assets. The wide range of advantages that double glazing brings – energy efficiency, security benefits, and modern aesthetics, can all impact the overall value of your property.

How Long Will Double Glazing Last on My Property?

On average, double glazing can last for 20 to 25 years. This varies and depends on factors such as the quality of materials used, the installation, and maintenance. At Armour Home Improvements, we’re known for providing quality double glazing that’s built to last. It’s why we’re one of the best-known double-glazing companies in Ayrshire!

Flat Roofs In Ayrshire

GRP Fibreglass and Firestone Rubber Flat Roofs

Armour Home Improvements have over 20 years of experience installing flat roofs across Ayrshire, including Ayr, Kilmarnock and Troon. We’re here to help you choose the right flat‑roof material for your home.
For our damp, coastal weather, the best-performing options are rubber and GRP (fibreglass) flat roofs. Below, you’ll find the benefits of both.

GRP Flat Roof in Ayrshire

Our GRP flat roofs are the latest in roofing technology. We provide you with easy installation and very little mess or disruption to your home. Our Ayrshire based company gives you a roof with an excellent performance which has a clean, modern look which will add value to your property and give you the peace of mind that it will never need treated again.

Firestone Roof in Ayrshire

This is a cheaper alternative to the GRP Fibreglass roof. It is very durable with an expected lifespan of more than 25 years. It is an ideal replacement for a garage roof or similar structure.

GRP (Fibreglass flat roof)

Durable and tough Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP) is the same material used for the bodies of boats and canoes, meaning it can withstand any elements our tough Scottish weather throws at it. It is ideal if there will be traffic going over it, or awkward shapes where any other material would have seams where leaks normally start.
Fully waterproof making it ideal for roofing solutions in any climate, even ours.
No seams or joints this ensures there are no weak spots eliminating water penetration.
Take the opportunity to add extra insulation to your home this gives you the opportunity to make your home more energy efficient to save heating bills.
A variety of styles and finishes coming in different colours and finishes depending on your taste.
The roof is re-decked in special tongue and grooved boards. After that, the roof is coated in fibreglass resin. After the resin is put down, a thick fibreglass matting is laid on top, then another coat of fibreglass resin is applied. When all the resin and matting has been laid, it is rolled with a special roller to produce a solid, clear sheet of fibreglass that has absolutely no seams. After this sets, there is a coloured top coat resin-like material applied with a roller giving the appearance of a single seamless cap over the area covered. When done right you could make a swimming pool out of the fibreglass and not one drop of water would penetrate. This procedure is popular when making ponds. The colours range from standard grey to brown, green and black. These roofs have been on the go for over 30 years and still going strong. We offer a 10-year guarantee on all roofs but would expect the roof to far exceed that. With no maintenance required, it is the ultimate in flat roof technology. We have been fitting these roofs in Ayr, Kilmarnock, Irvine, Ayrshire and the surrounding areas with great success as you can see by our online reviews.

Firestone Rubber Flat Roof

We have been fitting Firestone flat roofs in Ayrshire for 20 years and have been really impressed with the ease of installation and overall look of the roof when it’s finished. The rubber roof is easier to put down as it’s less problematic to fit in our wet climate. This type of roof will be expected to last over 25 years. The rubber roof can take traffic, but it isn’t as durable as fibreglass. If something sharp fell on the rubber roof you would be left with a puncture mark similar to felt. Although, this could be easily fixed with a patch. The membrane isn’t easy to puncture but it is possible. If it’s being used on a balcony you would need to be careful. If it’s for a garage roof, then there is no need to worry as it’s more than tough enough to walk on.

The roof is laid on a fresh deck. The deck is then covered in glue and a full sheet of thick Firestone rubber is laid over the glue. After the glue is bonded to the rubber, a sleek black trim is fitted around the roof to finish it off.

The rubber roof is a cheaper, quicker and easier alternative to fibreglass. It’s not suitable for every roof, especially if the roof has an unusual shape. Fibreglass is a stronger roof but a little more expensive due to the extra installation time and material cost. It is far harder to fit when the weather is questionable during installation.

We have fitted hundreds of flat roofs in Ayr, Kilmarnock, Irvine, and other towns in Ayrshire and surrounding areas and can assure you that both systems are great choices.