How can you tell if your double glazed units are filled with Argon as the sales rep said or do you just have to take his word for it???
2006-10-08 09:19:45 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
i have already discovered that they are not filled with argon as it wasnt stated on the contract. its an optional incentive but the sales guy told us that the units where filled with gas as standard. where do i stand from a legal point of view???
2006-10-16 06:35:16 · update #1
You will have to take his word for it,however you would quickly notice if there is simply air in the gap as it will condense between the panes of glass.I know this as one of my double glazed units has 'blown' the gas has escaped and now i've got condensation.
2006-10-08 09:31:28 · answer #1 · answered by jixer 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Argon can increase the efficiency of reducing heat loss in double glazed windows by up to about 18% when used to replace the air that would otherwise be there.
Numerous window manufacturing companies are now using it.
If the company has a web site, check to see if they state it there. If yes and the company is accredited with ISO 9000 you can be fairly sure the rep is telling the truth.
There are ways of checking. Do not bother. It will cost much money.
If you already have the windows fitted, just out of interest, edit your question to let us know how long the rep stayed to get you to sign the contract.
2006-10-08 11:43:18 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Your windows should have a sticker on it when installed stating if argon is introduced between the panes or a simular inert gas. No it`s not just air. Air contains water, water makes condensation on the inside of the glass. Window distributors have to adhere to certain national codes to manufacture their product. So unless you`re buying windows from someone building a product in their backyard, you can probably the salesmans word for it
2006-10-08 23:14:54 · answer #3 · answered by william v 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Bull*hit. Its a sales ploy. Why argon? Because its an inert gas. So what. They are filled with air. The reason double glazing works is the air gap in the middle reduces the differential in change in temperature from out side to in hence more efficient.
2006-10-08 12:10:33 · answer #4 · answered by Halox 3 · 2⤊ 2⤋
Yup,you will just have to take his word for it! Look him in the eye when you ask him...If he looks to the left,it means he's more than likely lying.Body language and all that! Or if he hasn't polished his shoes..show him the door!
2006-10-08 09:25:57 · answer #5 · answered by yupthatsright! 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
what is argon and why do you need it.
ask yourself this and then ask if the salesman is just conning you.
2006-10-08 09:43:19 · answer #6 · answered by tallulaberry 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Drill a little hole in the glass, let some of the gas out and have it checked by trading standards. don't forget to cover hole with chewing gum. if ok put gas back...easy
2006-10-08 09:36:05 · answer #7 · answered by peter_electro 3 · 0⤊ 3⤋
Guess you have just to take there word for it..
2006-10-08 09:40:00 · answer #8 · answered by ME666ME 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
check all labels, contracts, standards, if they all add up, you can be sure.
2006-10-15 09:33:50 · answer #9 · answered by Matt B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I do think you have answered the question yourself !
2006-10-14 23:48:42 · answer #10 · answered by Whistler R 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋