What Should You Look Out For When Finding A UPVC Company?

Searching for a reliable local contractor can often prove to be more difficult than it needs to be, with each and every region of the United Kingdom boasting countless professional firms, handymen willing to install assorted features, and reputable well-qualified organisations. When sourcing a UPVC company, it’s important to first determine the scale of your project, and your specific needs as a customer. Let Fitrite take you through this extensive guide to UPVC and the importance of sourcing a reliable contractor in 2023 – with this reliable lightweight material explained, and fantastic applications explored.

What Is UPVC?

Before we explore the specifics of UPVC companies, let’s take a look at the material itself! After all, understanding UPVC and its benefits is crucial when searching for a reliable contractor. Below, we’ll outline the basic properties and applications of UPVC, before moving on to the expectations that individuals should hold when beginning their search. So, what exactly is UPVC?

Put simply, UPVC, or unplasticised polyvinyl chloride, is a strong, lightweight building material commonly used in the construction industry for window frames, doors, and piping systems. It is also used in the manufacturing of various household products.

First synthesised in the early 19th century, UPVC is made from a combination of vinyl chloride monomers and additives, which are blended together to form a resin. This resin is then extruded into the desired shape, such as a window frame or door panel. We’ll explore the benefits of UPVC shortly, but it is worth bearing in mind that it is a low-maintenance material, resistant to rotting, corrosion, and weather damage.

Material Applications

Owing to the ease with which it can be produced and its range of desirable properties, UPVC has grown in popularity over the past few decades. Let’s take a look at a few common applications for this incredibly versatile material.

UPVC Fence Panels

First on our list are UPVC fence panels. Designed to provide a durable and low-maintenance alternative to traditional wooden fencing, this style of panel is available in a range of builds and colours, including traditional picket, privacy, and ranch styles. They are also available in different sizes and heights to suit different applications and preferences.

UPVC fence panels are a popular choice for their aesthetic appeal and environmental sustainability. Here at Fitrite, our panels can be designed to mimic the look of traditional wooden fencing, while also offering a range of modern colours and finishes. They are also available in a range of decorative styles and patterns, allowing homeowners to create a custom look that complements their landscaping and home design.

UPVC Decking

Similarly, UPVC is often used for decking in gardens, commercial properties and landscaping projects. This style of decking is favoured for a multitude of reasons. Not only is it incredibly hardwearing, meaning that it won’t absorb water, and won’t rot or decay over time, but it is also incredibly environmentally friendly. Here at Fitrite, not a single tree has suffered to make our UPVC decking.

Additionally, UPVC decking is slip-resistant, making it a safer option for households with children or elderly individuals. The boards are also splinter-free, making them more comfortable to walk on with bare feet.

UPVC Balustrading

Used to accompany decking and act as a safe barrier, whether you are choosing a balustrade through necessity or desire, a Fitrite balustrade will complement and enhance any environment – and will come available in assorted sizes and designs. We can handle your balustrade installation with ease, be it for stylish glass clamps furnished with modern pickets, or square oak pickets in a classic design.

Traditional or contemporary, a balustrade can enhance the style and safety of your decking installation and improve the appearance of a themed garden space. Our balustrades are Load Tested to British Standard Certification requirements, and feature galvanised steel reinforced top and bottom rails for safety and peace of mind. Both business-friendly commercial balustrades and residential balustrades can be acquired to furnish your decking too!

Finding A Reliable UPVC Company

With a greater understanding of the material’s many applications, we’re sure you’ll be jumping at the chance to have UPVC features in your garden. Before you rush ahead and call the first number you find, it’s worth understanding what to look for when choosing a UPVC company. From online presence and customer reviews to flexibility of service and pricing, below are just a selection of considerations for when you opt for UPVC installation:

Reviews & Testimonials

Online ratings and glowing praise from past customers are sure to highlight the very best companies around, with established organisations likely to have a large number of 5 star responses and anecdotal reviews. At the time of writing, Fitrite retained an outstanding reputation, solidified by 92% 5 star ratings via TrustPilot. Always friendly, reliable and willing to go out of our way to offer a helping hand, we’re recognised both locally and nationally as leading UPVC installers.

Versatility

Flexibility to suit customer needs can go a long way – after all – no two customers are the same. Be it time constraints, individual requests or a specialist service, our years in the industry have allowed us to pinpoint where we can improve and prosper. Be it fencing, decking, balustrades or hot tub installations, we’re open to ideas, catering our service to your precise requests.

Experience

An experienced team will have plenty of knowhow under their belt, and as well as completing the job in a timely and efficient manner, you can expect minimal disruption following installation. Through our time assisting with the installation of reliable UPVC, we’ve had plenty of success when it comes to varied project types – many of which can be viewed within our dedicated website Gallery Page.

Price

Simply put, when it comes to price, we won’t be beaten. With competitive rates for each of our services, low installation costs and delivery which won’t break the bank, you can trust Fitrite in 2023. Even better, one of the major advantages of uPVC decking is that it is much more affordable than traditional decking, as it is manufactured from plastic instead of natural wood. This renders it far cheaper than wooden decking when installed in your outdoor space – and it may even require less maintenance over time.

UPVC Fencing, Decking & More From Fitrite

At Fitrite, we understand that when you’re looking for exterior decking, ideally you need something that is solid, durable and long-lasting. Our uPVC decking has been designed and manufactured to the highest possible standards to provide you with the best quality and service, and not only are our selections visually appealing, but also able to maintain a good-as-new finish. All our professionally installed decking options have been designed to look great whilst being low maintenance, making them the ideal choice for your space. To top it all off, with a 10-year warranty on all plastic decking and a free survey, you’re covered for the future.

We believe that great service is the core of any business, which is why we both supply and install the decking we stock, and rest assured that our expert team will be there for you every step of the process. With depots throughout the UK, if you want the highest possible quality PVC decking, fencing, and balustrades installed in your garden or commercial space, then trust Fitrite with your project in the North, East, South, and West of the country. Any queries remaining? Simply contact our friendly team today! We’re always happy to help.

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