Passivhaus and EnerPHit · Scottish Borders
Passivhaus and EnerPHit windows in Galashiels
Looking at Passivhaus and EnerPHit windows for a home in Galashiels? We survey, quote and fit across the Scottish Borders, and the TD1 postcode district is part of that.
The windows and installation detail low-energy builds depend on. Passivhaus is a building standard from the Passive House Institute; EnerPHit is its version for retrofits.
Winter light and glass choice in Galashiels
Winter days in Galashiels are short: about 7 h 02 min of daylight on 21 December, with the sun peaking near 11°. That low angle reaches deep into south-facing rooms, so we match the glass to each elevation rather than using one spec for the whole house.
Guide prices in Galashiels
| Guide | Supply and fit, inc VAT |
|---|---|
| uPVC low-energy window medium, deep frame, Uw about 0.8 or better | £1,395 – £1,795 |
| Timber low-energy window medium, thermally broken | £2,395 – £2,995 |
| Alu-clad timber low-energy window medium, certified-component systems on request | £2,695 – £3,395 |
Guide prices. Your written quote after the free survey fixes the price for the specification shown.
Rules for Passivhaus and EnerPHit in Scotland
In Scotland, replacement windows must meet 1.6 W/m²K. Replacing a window or door, frame and all, does not need a building warrant, but the work must still meet the building standards.
Before ordering: Since May 2024, replacement windows on houses are widely permitted development, including in many conservation areas, with front elevations expected to match the existing closely; your council tells you if prior notification applies. Flats outside conservation areas generally need permission only if the opening size changes. Listed buildings need listed building consent.
How it works
You will know exactly what you are buying: the quote states the unit build-up, frame, finish, fitting work and how Building Regulations compliance is handled. On fitting day each opening is replaced and closed up before the team moves on.
- Guide prices published, not hidden
- No pressure: the quote is yours to keep
- Frames, glass and fitting in one contract
- Advice on planning and consents before you order
Questions from Galashiels
Do Passivhaus windows have to be certified?
Not always, but certified components make the certification process simpler. Ask and we will price certified systems.
What is EnerPHit?
The Passive House Institute’s standard for retrofitting existing buildings, with slightly relaxed targets compared with new Passivhaus builds.
Do you fit Passivhaus and EnerPHit windows in Galashiels?
Yes. We arrange surveys and fitting in Galashiels and across the Scottish Borders. Send your postcode and the windows or doors you want replaced, and we will book a free survey.
Do I need permission for Passivhaus and EnerPHit windows in Galashiels?
In Scotland, replacement windows on houses are widely permitted development since May 2024, with front elevations expected to match closely; listed buildings need consent. Check whether your street is in a conservation area or covered by an Article 4 direction before changing the style.
Nearby
Also near Galashiels: Selkirk (8 km), Hawick (21 km), Jedburgh (22 km) and Kelso (24 km).
Other products in Galashiels
- uPVC windows
- Aluminium windows
- Timber windows
- Alu-clad timber windows
- Casement windows
- Flush casement windows
- Tilt and turn windows
- Sash windows
- Bay and bow windows
- Fixed and picture windows
- Composite front doors
- French doors
- Sliding patio doors
- Bifold doors
- Glass-only replacement
- Acoustic triple glazing
- Security glazing
- Whole-house replacement
- New builds and self-builds
- Period homes and conservation areas
- Flats and apartments
Passivhaus and EnerPHit in Galashiels: book your free survey
Written quote fixed for the specification, after a free survey. No building warrant is needed for a straight replacement in Scotland; we fit to the building standards and give you a written handover pack.