Double glazing finance – what to do if you don’t qualify for a grant Written by Tom Gill Reviewed by Maximilian Schwerdtfeger Published on 17 September 2024 Many double glazing companies offer financing optionsThese can help you spread the cost in manageable instalmentsDouble glazing helps insulate your home and reduce outside noise Double glazing is one of the best ways to make your home warmer, quieter and more secure.As with any long-term investment in your home, there are upfront costs to consider. Double glazing costs on average between £10,000-£15,000 to install throughout a three-bedroom home.Some people will be qualify for government grants that will help reduce these costs, but the criteria for these grants is quite strict and not everyone will be eligible.This is why some people choose to get their double glazing installed on finance, which helps them spread the upfront costs into more manageable monthly payments.On top of the comfort and quiet, the Energy Saving Trust estimates that the average semi-detached house will save roughly £120-£140 a year on its energy bills by installing double glazing, so it is well worth making the investment.In this guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know about double glazing finance, looking at a typical finance payment plan plus we take a look at other ways in which you can reduce the upfront costs of getting new windows and doors for your home.If you want to go ahead and install double glazing, we can help. Fill in our online form and our trusted partners will be in touch with a no-obligation quote.What's on this page? 01 Finance options for windows and doors 02 Can I get financial help if I don’t qualify for a double glazing grant? 03 Green Deal Loan scheme 04 Barclays Greener Home Reward 05 Is there anything else I can do to save money on double glazing? 06 Summary Finance options for windows and doorsAt time of writing (September 2024), double glazing companies like Anglian, Everest and Safestyle offer credit terms at a representative 12.9% APR – rates vary subject to status – and credit terms that start from 36 months.Deposits for windows, doors, rooftrim and garage doors start from just £249, which excludes timber windows and doors, where deposits start from £999.Take a look at the table below to see what you would be paying each month, how much you would be paying in total, and how a typical finance option for doors and windows breaks down over a 96-month term.Window and door finance plan exampleThe below example is for illustration purposes only using information from Anglian, Everest and Safestyle for a 96-month finance plan. The interest rates used are from April 2024. Interest is charged from the date an account is opened. Contract price*£6,340Deposit£249Amount of credit£6,091Interest rate12.2% per annum fixedRepresentative APR12.90%Total term96 monthsMonthly repayment£99.65Total amount payable£9,815.40This example is for illustration purposes only.For a free bespoke quote for new windows and doors for your home, fill in our simple form and a trusted installer will be in touch. There are a small number of schemes available for homeowners looking to install double glazing that are unable to qualify for a grant:Green Deal Loan schemeBarclays Greener Home RewardYou’ll also be able to get financing options from some of the best-known double glazing companies in the UK, including Anglian and Everest. Both provide comprehensive finance plans that’ll help you spread the total cost of installing double glazing throughout your home. Green Deal Loan schemeThe Green Deal Loan scheme was initially set up by the government to help people make energy-saving improvements for their homes. Unfortunately, government involvement ended in 2015 but the scheme found life again in the hands of private providers.What the Green Deal Loan scheme allows you to do is spread the cost of improvements over a 10 to 25-year period. You can use the scheme to help pay to install double glazing, as well as:Energy-efficient lightingInsulation (lofts or walls)Draught-proofing windows and doorsImproving heatingGreen technologies including solar power and wind powerYou’ll pay back your loan via monthly payments on your energy bill. What’s good is that your energy bills should reduce as a result of the changes, which should help to offset the monthly cost of the repayments.In order to qualify for the Green Deal Loan scheme, you’ll need to get your property assessed by a qualified assessor. They’ll recommend the home improvements that will have the biggest impact on your home’s overall energy efficiency. It’s not available in Northern Ireland. Barclays Greener Home RewardThe Barclays Greener Home Reward is a one-time cash reward that can contribute to the costs of double glazing, or other eco-friendly home improvements including:Solar panelsSolar batteriesInsulationLow-carbon heatingThe reward depends on what measures you are putting in – for double or triple glazing it’s a maximum of £500, so you won’t be saving all that much with the scheme.You need to have a residential mortgage with Barclays in order to qualify for the Greener Home Reward. You also need to meet the following requirements:Have a direct debit for your mortgage paymentsBe up to date on all mortgage paymentsHaven’t claimed the Greener Home Reward beforeNot be in breach of your mortgage conditionsProof of payments or of work carried out, dated within three months of your claimYou’ll also need to use a Trustmark registered business to carry out the improvements in your home. Once the improvements are completed, you can claim your reward from Barclays. Make sure you meet all the requirements before starting the work, otherwise your claim could be rejected. Is there anything else I can do to save money on double glazing?Yes, there are several things you can do to save money on your double glazing that don’t rely on qualifying for grants or financing:Get multiple quotes and negotiate – It’s a good idea to get quotes from several companies so you can compare prices. Also, negotiating a price can be a good idea to try to see if you can get a price reduction (sometimes possible if buying a certain number of windows).Plan around sales – Window companies often have sales at certain times of the year. If you’re not in a rush, you could be patient and wait for a sale to happen.Replace some windows, not all – You don’t have to replace all of your windows at once. Even replacing just a few windows will still improve the energy efficiency, sound isolation, and security of your home.Look for group discounts – Some companies offer discounts or financial incentives for buying windows with a neighbour or friends, or for referrals. If you know your neighbours are buying windows, consider approaching the company they’re using and asking for a group discount. SummaryDouble glazing finance helps you spread the cost of installing double-glazed windows.Companies such as Anglian, Everest and Safestyle offer financing options.If you don’t qualify for grants, there are other ways to save money on double glazing.It’s still worth checking to see if you qualify for a grant before applying for finance options. Written by: Tom Gill Writer Tom joined The Eco Experts over a year ago and has since covered the carbon footprint of the Roman Empire, profiled the world’s largest solar farms, and investigated what a 100% renewable UK would look like. Tom has a particular interest in the global energy market and how it works, including the ongoing semiconductor shortage, the future of hydrogen, and Cornwall's growing lithium industry. Reviewed by: Maximilian Schwerdtfeger Content Manager Max joined The Eco Experts as content manager in February 2024. He has written about sustainability issues across numerous industries, including maritime, supply chain, finance, mining and retail. He has also written for City AM, The Morning Star and the Daily Express.