Introducing High-Performance uPVC Windows & Doors with Integrated Insect Screens
A Place of Warmth, Comfort and Happiness.
Whether you're building a dream home or renovating a pre-loved one, our uPVC windows not only enhance your view but also keep your home comfortable all year round.
Our highly-insulating uPVC (vinyl) materials keep homes warm in winter and cool in summer, lowering heating and A/C bills, and preventing condensation. Our integrated insect screens also keep out pests while allowing breezes.
What Sets Us Apart?
We import our windows from the United States. There are three main reasons for this.
High Energy Efficiency - The US has energy efficiency requirements that are significantly higher than NZ. In fact, US thermal performance requirements are so high that a NZ required thermally broken double glazed aluminium window won’t meet minimum US efficiency requirements.
Proven uPVC Experience – Our windows meet both US and NZ standards. This is important because the US has an additional 40+ years experience manufacturing and testing uPVC windows so has overcome challenges that NZ hasn't encountered yet. Our windows meet additional US standards testing like: uPVC corner weld strength, impact testing, or emergency safety egress (evacuation) clearances, among many others. We even surpass NZ requirements for UV exposure. This is not surprising considering that some states like Hawaii receive ~50% more UV than NZ.
Integrated Insect Screens - All our windows from the US come with insect screens that are part of the design, not an aftermarket add-on using magnets. You never have to touch the screen to open or adjust our windows.
As a result, our windows offer core benefits as STANDARD that other companies charge expensive upgrades for, if they are available at all.
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High Energy Efficiency Windows Save You Money and Enhance Comfort
When it comes to home insulation, industry professionals often talk about "R-Values". It is quite a complex equation, but let's keep it simple.
The R-Value is the Resistance to heat transfer. The higher the R-Value, the more insulation there is against heat loss. Let's take a look at how our uPVC windows compare with standard (and upgraded) aluminium joinery.
ThermaScreen's standard uPVC windows are ~50% more insulating than standard double-glazed thermally broken aluminium windows. This means that ~50% more heat will be lost through a standard double-glazed thermally broken aluminium window than our equivalent uPVC window.
What does a better R-Value mean for you? You will spend less money heating or cooling to feel comfortable. More insulating windows stay warmer in winter which result in a reduction or even elimination of condensation and mould, and can greatly reduce respiratory illness.
How big of an impact? A 2016 study by BRANZ stated that NZ could save over $730,000,000 in heating costs over their first 20 years alone, and prevent 660,000 tonnes of CO2 from being produced only by choosing high performance wood or uPVC windows instead of basic aluminium. So choosing higher performance windows doesn't only save your health, wealth, and comfort, it also saves the planet!
Fresh Air and Birdsong in the Summer, Without the Bugs
Living in New Zealand means we can enjoy fresh, clean air and the beauty of nature. ThermaScreen offers seamlessly-integrated insect screens so your windows can be wide open during the day or night, without pesky flies or mosquitoes entering your home.
Affordable Quality You Want, With The Service You Deserve
ThermaScreen is the proud New Zealand distributor of the award-winning brand, ProVia Windows and Doors.
ProVia is not only a recipient of the Energy Star Most Efficient Products Award but they qualify for International Hallmark Certification. This program prescribes all of the testing needed for New Zealand standards, in addition to many that aren't required for New Zealand yet.
ThermaScreen is also a member of the New Zealand Windows and Glass Association, ensuring we meet New Zealand specific performance and testing criteria.
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