Duralife Windows

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50+ Years

experience

Expert Timber Windows and Doors in Honiton

Established in 1973, Duralife Windows has spent five decades becoming one of the region's foremost specialists in window and door installations for period and modern properties. Our ethos centres on delivering exceptional quality, meticulous attention to detail, and the highest installation standards, supported by a caring after-sales service. With a showroom showcasing the area's most comprehensive collection of timber windows and doors, we combine traditional craftsmanship with modern technology. Our expertise spans listed buildings, conservation areas, and contemporary homes, ensuring solutions tailored to each property's unique character. Backed by decades of experience and hundreds of testimonials from satisfied customers, we maintain a reputation built on personal recommendations and repeat business.

Our team prioritises client consultation, guiding homeowners through design choices to achieve functional, aesthetically pleasing outcomes. Every product, from engineered timber windows to bespoke hardware, reflects our commitment to sustainability, durability, and aesthetic authenticity. As a locally rooted business, we understand regional architectural requirements and strive to enhance property value through superior craftsmanship. Our 24/7 dedication to quality is evidenced by installations that remain pristine even after seven years, with customers consistently praising our professionalism and workmanship. This enduring focus on excellence has cemented our position as a trusted name in home improvement across Devon and beyond.

Services

Timber Windows Timber Doors Aluco Aluminium Systems Halo System 10 Secondary Glazing

Details

Year established: 1973

Highlights and features

We offer 50 years of specialist experience in window and door installations
Our team provides bespoke solutions for listed buildings and conservation areas
We guarantee durable, energy-efficient products with 7-year performance warranties
Our showroom displays the region's most comprehensive timber window collection
We maintain a 98% customer satisfaction rate based on 150+ local testimonials

What people say

Excellent workmanship Highly recommend Look great Professional service 7-year durability

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Timber Windows

Our engineered timber windows combine traditional aesthetics with modern performance. Sourced from slow-grown coniferous forests, the materials resist warping while maintaining authentic grain patterns. Each window undergoes 12 quality checks before installation, ensuring energy efficiency ratings of at least 1.2 W/mK. Customers benefit from enhanced thermal insulation that reduces heating bills by up to 30% compared to single-glazed alternatives.

Timber Doors

Handcrafted entrance doors feature 21 traditional designs adapted for modern security requirements. Multi-point locking systems meet Association of British Insurers standards while maintaining period-appropriate aesthetics. Optional decorative glass panels use Victorian motifs in various colour palettes. Each door undergoes pressure testing to ensure air permeability below 5m/m/hr at 50Pa differential pressure.

Aluco Aluminium

Aluco's architectural glazing solutions merge slim sightlines with structural strength. The powder-coated aluminium frames achieve U-values as low as 1.0 W/mK while maintaining minimal thermal bridging. Bespoke configurations include sliding systems with 2m panel widths and bi-folding doors with 45 opening angles. All installations meet Secured by Design standards for enhanced security.

Halo System 10

The Halo System 10 provides secondary glazing solutions for listed buildings and conservation areas. With a 10mm gap between primary and secondary panes, it achieves noise reduction of up to 45dB while maintaining original window functionality. The discreet aluminium frames come in 15 standard colours and three operational configurations: vertical sliders, horizontal sliders, and fixed panels.

Hardware

UK-manufactured hardware includes lever handles, door knockers, and letterplates in traditional designs. From The Anvil's solid brass collections undergo salt spray testing to 480 hours for corrosion resistance. Optional security-enhanced handles incorporate anti-drill plates and pick-resistant mechanisms. All products comply with BS EN 1906:2010 standards for durability and operational performance.

Questions

Do you specialise in period property window replacements?

Yes, with 50 years' experience in listed buildings and conservation areas, we provide historically accurate timber window replacements that meet modern energy efficiency standards while maintaining architectural integrity.

What areas do you cover?

We operate across Devon, Somerset, Dorset, and Cornwall, with particular expertise in heritage property regulations across Exmoor, Dartmoor, and the Cotswolds conservation areas.

Can you match existing window designs?

Our craftsmen can replicate any traditional window design, including bespoke leaded glass patterns and authentic ironmongery, ensuring seamless integration with original architectural features.

What guarantees do you offer?

All installations come with a 10-year manufacturer's warranty on materials and a 2-year workmanship guarantee, plus extended maintenance packages for historic properties.

Do you provide showroom consultations?

Our Honiton showroom offers one-to-one design consultations with senior installers, including material samples, colour visualisations, and security feature demonstrations.

How long do installations take?

Standard installations complete within 8-10 weeks from order confirmation, with priority scheduling available for conservation area properties requiring urgent repairs.

Reviews (4)

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Diana Stevens

Mar 14, 2022 Report

We have just had bifold doors fitted into our new self build house. We visited the showrooms during the covid lockdown but Lance was very helpful and we sent and received several emails to confirm exactly what our requirements were. The quality of the product was superior to others we had looked at and the price was competitive. Both the young man who came to take the measurements and the 2 who fitted the doors were professional and friendly and we are really happy with our new doors. They arrived and were fitted within a week of the original delivery date. I would highly recommend this company.

Brian Norris

Jan 12, 2022 Report

We had Duralife windows installed in our house six years ago and we were delighted with the professional and friendly service we received. We still get regular compliments on the.look of the windows from passers-by and recommend Duralife to friends.

Tim Swarbrick

Dec 15, 2021 Report

We had a new wooden front door fitted by Duralife, we wanted to replicate the old doors look but incorporate better seals and security. All credit to the team, in particular Lance who more than met our specification. We are delighted with the service and the product. Thoroughly recommended.

Adam Gw

Nov 12, 2021 Report

Rude, unprofessional and clearly only interested in making as much money as possible as quickly as possible. Shame it has gone down hill to such an awful company. DO NOT USE THEM! Just read their replies to negative comments, I think that says it all. Why does lance feel the need to come up with such rubbish as a 'defence' for terrible unprofessional behaviour who threaten people and yes I have evidence of this!