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DIY uPVC bay window installation
Can I install a upvc bay window by myself? What tools and equipment should I get before performing this installation, if it’s safe to do so. How would I be able to know that it’s safe?
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"No unless you have the necessary experience and skill. Best to get it done professionally"
Answered on 19th Feb 2021 - Member since Jun 2020 -
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"Bay windows are a bit more difficult to install. It takes a long time without experience."
Answered on 23rd Nov 2022 - Member since Apr 2022 -
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"Patrick it is possible but critical measurement of the Cill will make the fitting a lot easier so a good survey is the best option,any help give me a call"
Answered on 19th Feb 2021 - Member since Jun 2020 -
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"We would strongly advise against attempting to fit a bay window yourself.
The reasons as follows:
Bay Windows require good strong bay poles and also when you take the old window out the building aperture needs to be supported correctly otherwise serious building damage can occur.
It always best to leave this to the professionals.
Also if you ever want to sell the property a FENSA Certificate will be required."
The reasons as follows:
Bay Windows require good strong bay poles and also when you take the old window out the building aperture needs to be supported correctly otherwise serious building damage can occur.
It always best to leave this to the professionals.
Also if you ever want to sell the property a FENSA Certificate will be required."
Answered on 19th Feb 2021 - Member since Jan 2020 -
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"Hi Patrick I would never recommend the installation of a bay window if you don’t have any experience. There are multiple factors to take into account a lot of bays are supporting loads and proper calculations should be done. What is the bay supporting as you may need bay jacks to take the weight of the structure or roof been supported by the frames once the temporary support (acro prop) is removed this can cause all sorts of problems short and long term if not done correctly, Bay windows are straight forward with experience and it’s worth paying a pro to carry the work out. I hope this info helps and remember when getting a pro make sure they carry a FENSA or CERTASS registration document and always make sure their public liability is up to date."
Answered on 20th Feb 2021 - Member since Jan 2020 -
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"you need a lot of know how to fit a bay window good luck"
Answered on 19th Feb 2021 - Member since Feb 2020 -
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