The Door Industry Journal: March 2022

Thursday, 31 March 2022

The Spring 2022 issue of Door Industry Journal is available Online Now!

We are pleased to announce the launch of the Spring 2022 issue of Door Industry Journal, the Voice of the UK Door and Gate Industry.

Warm sun is shining down outside my office as I write this blog. This means that winter is behind us, Easter is on its way, and - of course - as stated above, the spring issue of the DIJ is here.

I hope the weather is just as nice where you are, as you sit down to read this. But – before you reach for the sun cream – let me tell you a bit about what’s inside:

Tradify software is making life easier for many installation firms through a digital approach to job management and organisation (page 6)

Garador has launched a series of new brochures – in both print and digital formats – to showcase its extensive range (page 8)

Tentoma has released a RoRo StretchPack® packaging line for 6-sided sealed door packaging, which offers comprehensive protection against dirt and moisture (page 24)

One-Step Marketing has written a handy guide on how to maximise the marketing reach of recent installations (page 54)

Mydocking has developed a new van docking portal – the VS250 – for the parcel distribution sector, which boosts efficiency by sealing the area between the van and docking area (page 92)

Hörmann UK is combining visual style, security and thermal efficiency with a new range of aluminium entrance doors (page 106)

Strongdor has provided a handy specification guide for anyone who installs steel doors for customers (page 112)

C-Prox Quantek is reporting strong sales of its touch and proximity switches, which enable automatic door activation and access control (page 108)

I hope you enjoy the magazine and have a good Easter. I’ll be back with you in a few months’ time for our summer issue.

Derek Hibbart

Editor, Door Industry Journal

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Wednesday, 30 March 2022

Show Success for Garador

Garador’s large stand at the recent National Homebuilding and Renovating Show drew record crowds eager to learn about new technology and the latest design ideas for modern garage doors.

The Garador stand included a large range of full-sized garage doors to demonstrate some of the new styles and designs now available, and Garador’s team of experts were kept very busy throughout the show answering questions about everything from paint durability to special sizes.

“Technology and security were high on everyone’s agenda,” said Garador’s Man
aging Director Neil Discombe.

“Visitors to the stand were particularly interested in the latest electric operator technology for garage doors, including our “smart ready” Series 4 GaraMatic operators which can be fully controlled using Android or iOS smart phones.”

Neil says there was also a lot of interest in environmental aspects and how choosing the right garage door can help reduce energy use.

“Some of the visitors to the stand were surprised when they learned about our highly insulated thermally efficient garage doors,” said Neil. “This was an aspect many had not previously considered.”

The Garador stand also displayed their ultra-thermally efficient and secure FrontGuard front doors and these too attracted a lot of attention.

The Garador team helped both individual homeowners and also professionals in the building trade through the process of fitting requirements, sizing and product specification and, at the end of the show, found they had taken record orders.

“Overall, after two difficult years, it was hard to predict on visitor numbers to the show,” said Neil.

“However, with 24,000 visitors over four days, it clearly worked very well and we were especially delighted with the success of our stand. Visitor numbers definitely exceeded all our expectations.”

To find out more about Garador’s product range please visit www.garador.co.uk or call 01935 443722.

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Tuesday, 29 March 2022

Top Five Reasons to Plan a Trip to FIT

FIT Show is the UK’s No.1 trade show for the glass & glazing industry. Whether you install or fit windows, doors and conservatories, hardware, gates or garden rooms, you need to be at FIT Show 2022.

When FIT Show returns to the NEC Birmingham from 10-12 May 2022 we will be bringing every link in the fenestration supply chain together. All under one roof. For the first time in three years.

That’s a whole lot of opportunities to see the very latest products, speak directly to the people that manufacture them, network and upskill alongside the best in the business. And it’s completely FREE to attend!

Register for a free 3-day ticket, courtesy of Door Industry Journal

1 - Over 200 Brands, all Under 1 Roof

Get ready to see over 200 brands display the very latest products and materials for use across domestic, commercial, private and public sector building and renovation projects. Expect to see the likes of door manufacturer Doorco, glazing experts Glazpart, window systems giant Kommerling, Roseview Windows, lantern roof and bi-folding door experts Made For Trade, Morley Glass, Ultraframe, VEKA and machinery giants Haffner Murat, Stuga and Emmegi.

You will also be able to see composite decking supplier Ronjack, metal door manufacturer Strongdor and modular steel outbuildings manufacturer Telluria. They’ll be joined by FIT Show first-timers ICB Fabrications, Checkatrade and Solar Calibre Doors.

2 - Save Money & Mileage

Save time travelling around the country looking for the best products and suppliers on the market as we bring them all together, under one roof, across the three days of FIT Show.

As well as saving precious time, you’ll be able to access exclusive FIT Show offers and discounts. Our exhibitors are pulling out all the stops to bring you the best deals and discounts which you will only be able to benefit from if you attend the show.

Looking for a new piece of machinery? Perhaps you want to expand your portfolio to include outdoor living products. You’ll be able to do all of this at FIT Show, as well as receiving unrivalled offers directly from these industry leading brands.

3 - Fancy a Late Night Lock In?

We understand that time means money and you might not be able to take time away from your day job right now. We’re staying open on Wednesday 11th May until 8pm to give you plenty of time to finish up in the office and head over to the NEC for some after-hours shopping and networking.

PIG’s will also be hosting its infamous PIGs Bar on the CERTASS stand so the beer will be flowing and there will be plenty of opportunities to network and celebrate with the whole industry.

4 - Try, Test & Demo

Not only will you be able to see the latest products up close, but you’ll also be the very first to see them. Our exhibitors are planning more new product launches at FIT Show than any previous year. Test out the latest products and smart home technology and watch live demos with the people behind these amazing innovations. Whether it’s the latest bi-folds, lantern roofs or flat roof alternatives, you’ll be able to test and try them out for yourself at FIT Show.

5 - It’s FREE!

Your FREE ticket to FIT Show gives you access to all of the best brands, products and services in one place, at one time. As well as this, your ticket includes access to our CPD approved learning programme with over 30 hours of seminars, demonstrations and panel discussions all delivered by industry experts.

Sessions include:

‘Five ways to turn your data into cash’ - Elton Boocock, MD, Business Pilot

‘How to be seen on social media by potential customers, without spending a penny’ - David Glenwright, JS Social Media

‘Preparing for changes to Building Regulations - meeting Part L’ - John McComb, technical services director, Reynaers

‘The future of competence’ - Jon Vanstone, Chair – Interim Industry Competence Committee (BSR/HSE), Member – Building Regulations Advisory Committee (DLUHC), Chair – Competent Persons Forum (DLUHC)

‘The importance of third-party certification for fire doors’ - Kevin Underwood, technical director, British Woodworking Federation

‘Standards and legislation affecting flat entrance doorsets’ - Patricia Sowsbery-Stevens, Chair of the ‘timber doorset group’, Door & Hardware Federation

‘Ironmongery fire safety’ - Douglas Masterson, technical manager, Guild of Architectural Ironmongers

The full programme can be viewed here, there are limited spaces available for each session and visitors are encouraged to register early to avoid disappointment.

To find out more about FIT Show 2022, visit www.fitshow.co.uk.

To register for FREE to attend the 3 day event, click here.

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Monday, 28 March 2022

More Stock Colours, more Special-Order Colours and any RAL Colour from AlluGuard

Consumers are ever-more discerning and particular about the colours around their homes. Garage doors are no exception and AlluGuard is meeting the challenge with an impressive mix of options.

Choose from:

AlluGuard 77 in 30 stock colours (1–2-week lead time)

AlluGuard 55 in 18 stock colours (1–2-week lead time)

AlluGuard 77 and AlluGuard 55 are available in 25 additional special-order laminate colours (5-week lead time).

AlluGuard 77 and AlluGuard 55 are available custom painted to any RAL colour (4-week lead time).

The spectrum of colours available from stock, augmented by special-order laminates and limitlessly extended by the custom colour service, perfectly positions AlluGuard to respond to consumer trends.

“Our stock colours and special-order laminates cover all the colours that the window industry is seeing significant demand for now and also the emerging trends of the next few years. Colours such as Agate Grey, Slate Grey, Cream White and Hazy Grey make our range right on trend and means our customers won’t miss an order “because we can’t get that colour”.

“I want my door to match my Farrow and Ball front door in Peignoir…” The answer is yes you can with AlluGuard.

Talk in technicolour to AlluGuard about your next roller garage door order – call Ian Hetherington or Matthew Berry on 01709 529 723.

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Sunday, 27 March 2022

Lotus restarts Hethel factory tours after £100 million upgrade

One of the world’s best-known performance car production facilities – Hethel, the home of Lotus since 1966 – is reopening to the public.

Factory tours of the iconic Norfolk site were paused in November 2017 as the £100 million redevelopment began. With the Emira, the last petrol-powered car from Lotus, now in production in an all-new, state-of-the-art assembly hall, they will restart.

The tour programme has been developed by the experiential team within the recently launched Lotus Advanced Performance division and will begin on Monday 4 April. The booking platform is live now on www.lotuscars.com.

Simon Lane, Director, Lotus Advanced Performance, commented:

“Tours of the Hethel site were part of the Lotus story for many years and hugely popular. We get emails and calls every week with people asking about them but, with all the development work on site, it was not appropriate to have the public here. With the Emira now in production, I’m delighted to announce that the time is right to relaunch the factory tours.”

Guests will arrive and gather in the Retail Centre where refreshments will be available. There they will learn about the ongoing transformation of Lotus, and experience for themselves how all Lotus showrooms will look in the future.

Under the leadership of an expert guide, the story of Lotus at Hethel – past, present and future – will be brought to life. Guests will walk through older sections of the factory where, most recently, the Elise, Exige and Evora were built, before heading into the all-new Emira hall. They will see the new automated elements of the car’s production – a first for Lotus – as well as how much of the process remains ‘hands-on’.

Outside, the walking route will pass the dynamic test areas, including the famous 2.2-mile Hethel test track that has hosted some of the most famous names in the history of motorsport – Jim Clark, Mario Andretti, Emerson Fittipaldi, Ayrton Senna and countless others.

The Hethel factory tours will run Monday to Thursday every week, with tour groups consisting of up to eight people. There will be two groups per day with starts at 10am and 2pm, with each tour lasting approximately two hours.

On selected days there is the option to upgrade to a Heritage Tour, which includes a visit to Classic Team Lotus. A separate business situated just across the road from the main Lotus facility, it’s run by Clive Chapman – the son of Lotus founder, Colin Chapman – and includes countless historic Lotus race cars.

Minimum age for guests on all tours is 10 years and all under 18s must be accompanied by an adult, with not more than two children per adult. All elements are fully accessible to wheelchair users, and all guests will receive a specially designed lanyard and pin badge as a memento of their trip to Hethel. No photography will be allowed.

The Lotus Factory Tour is priced £95 per person and the Lotus Factory & Heritage Tour is £140 per person. Book now at https://www.lotuscars.com/en-GB/factory-tours.

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Saturday, 26 March 2022

Get up to date with GEZE’s latest Product Guide

GEZE UK, has updated its Product Guide and Price List to help architects, architectural ironmongers and specifiers choose the most effective product for their needs.

The detailed, illustrated technical guide provides specifiers with essential information about GEZE’s extensive range of door closers, window control systems, sliding door fittings, glass door fittings, and smoke and heat extraction systems.

Created to be completely user-friendly, the guide is divided into five easy to use sections so that the comprehensive range of products can be found quickly and efficiently, whilst also providing users with a handy reference guide to the applications of all GEZE products.

It includes technical drawings, application descriptions and finishes as well as glass preparation information and technical information on a wide variety of solutions for toughened glass.

The Product Guide is available electronically or as hard copy. To order a copy call 01543 443015 or email info.uk@geze.com.

Andy Howland, Sales and Marketing Director of GEZE UK, said:

“The industry is constantly changing, new guidelines and legislation are introduced regularly and GEZE continually innovates to ensure that our products remain at the forefront of technological innovations.

With this in mind, we publish our comprehensive Product Guide each year so that specifiers have all the information they could need in an easy to use format.”

www.geze.co.uk

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Friday, 25 March 2022

Pyramid Aluminium launch energy-saving SlimFold bi-fold door

Pyramid Aluminium has launched its SlimFold bi-fold door that achieves a 1.4 W/m2K U-value with standard double glazing.

SlimFold offers easy clip-in beading, with a 45mm wide slimline sash and is the latest addition to the Purelight aluminium system range.

Thanks to an innovative insulated thermal break, SlimFold bi-fold doors achieve a 1.4 U-value with a Low-E argon-filled warm edge glass unit, complying with the June changes to Part L of the building regulations.

SlimFold has a super slim 45mm sash to give a narrow 100mm meeting stile, one of the slimmest on the market. Sashes can be up to 1.1m wide and 2.5m high, to create large glass areas with minimal frames, for incredible views.

“There has always been a high demand for more glass and less frame so we’re really excited that we’ve achieved such a slim profile to help homeowners create better views,” says Paul Bailey, Managing Director of Pyramid Aluminium.

“The most impressive thing about SlimFold is that there is no compromise. Despite having one of the slimmest frames on the market, it still offers incredible thermal efficiency and security. We knew that installers were preparing for changes to part L, so we had to create something which complied with this. The multi-point shoot bolt locking system also features two hooks and three deadbolts for extra security, so it is the perfect all-round bi-fold door option.”

The SlimFold bi-fold is built with installers in mind, with an aluminium clip-in bead making quick work of glazing, for an easy and speedy installation. Pre-delivery assembly and inspection also saves time on site.

“On top of all the performance benefits, SlimFold is also super easy to fit. Every door is assembled on a vertical jig and inspected before delivery and our right first time manufacturing process saves customers time on site.”

www.pyramid-profiles.co.uk

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Thursday, 24 March 2022

Allegion UK to Showcase New Briton Hardware at NMBS 2022

A leading provider of fire safety and security hardware, Allegion UK, is set to attend this year’s NMBS Exhibition between the 6th – 7th of April at the Coventry Building Society Arena, Coventry, where it will showcase the latest expansion to the Briton door hardware range.

Located on stand 194, Allegion UK will introduce visitors to the new Briton 5700 Series Lockcase, a heavy-duty euro profile cylinder mortice lockcase, ahead of its official launch later this year.

Demonstrations for the new product, which offers a comprehensive range of functions, will be available over the two-day event, alongside a display of Briton’s flagship door control solutions, including door closers, exit devices and the highly popular Brio Pocket Door system.

The NMBS exhibition is the UK’s leading event for independent building, timber, plumbing and hardware merchants - a place where professionals can engage with the industry’s leading manufacturers and distributors.

Kirk Smith, Business Development Manager at Allegion UK commented:

“The NMBS exhibition is one of our most anticipated events of the year and we’re delighted to be back. It’s now more important than ever to work together as an industry to create safer spaces and structures, and this year’s event is the perfect opportunity for professionals to come together and work towards that.

“Door controls play a fundamental role in protecting people and property and for more than 100 years, Briton has built a reputation of producing high quality, highly engineered hardware products that users can trust. We continue to innovate, and with that, we’re extremely excited to showcase the latest addition to our range – the Briton 5700 Series Lockcase. We look forward to welcoming visitors to stand 194 to meet our team of experts and interact with the extended range of Briton door control solutions.”

Visitors of stand 194 will also have the chance to preview Briton’s new product packaging, following updates to the brand style and the launch of their newly designed, customer-focused website: www.briton.co.uk

NMBS will be offering exclusive product deals throughout the two days. Show attendees can experience live product demos and learn more about the full range of Briton products at the Allegion stand.

For more information on NMBS, or to register for the event, visit: https://www.nmbs-exhibition.co.uk.

For more information on Briton, visit: www.briton.co.uk. For more on Allegion UK, visit: www.allegion.co.uk.

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Wednesday, 23 March 2022

Abloy UK presents innovative digital access solutions at the Security Event 2022

Abloy UK is showcasing its comprehensive range of innovative digital access solutions on stand 3/H30 at The Security Event, held at the NEC in Birmingham from 5th – 7th April 2022.

Pat Jefferies, Commercial Director at Abloy UK, said:

“We’ve seen a major shift towards flexible working since the pandemic, which requires adaptable access control. In addition, we’re seeing greater demand for solutions that utilise mobile credentials to accommodate the changing and increasingly complex requirements.

“Research[1] shows over two-thirds of organisations will have adopted mobile access control to some extent within two years. It comes as no surprise, with the extensive benefits these systems offer, not only in terms of meeting security challenges, but also in relation to health and safety, compliance, and efficiency.

“With the wide range of digital access solutions available from Abloy, the possibilities are endless and we can meet virtually any requirements. We’re able to specify a tailored solution to provide flexible, scalable and compliant security, and help control the movement of people in a wide range of building types and applications.

“Sustainability is also a key focus – both for our business operations and for that of our clients. We prioritise meeting our own sustainability targets, and ensure the solutions we specify on behalf of our customers create a more sustainable future for their organisation too.”

Products in Abloy’s portfolio include Incedo™ Business, Aperio®, SMARTair™, and CLIQ®, which can be combined with compliant electric locks to create a bespoke access control system, designed specifically for an organisation’s needs, and to meet building regulations.

IncedoTM Business is a flexible security ecosystem that combines ASSA ABLOY’s world-leading range of wireless locks and other access hardware with flexible software, multiple management options and the ability to scale on demand, in any direction.

Incedo connects security software and hardware within a single, seamless platform with the ability to have complete remote control of a premises and manage the ever-changing movement of people across multiple sites.

To meet increasing demand for mobile credentials, Abloy has recently launched ASSA ABLOY’s IncedoTM Business Mobile Keys that offer secure mobile access, simplified management and user convenience and efficiency.

Aperio technology offers cost-effective, integrated access control, and is the ideal retrofit option to update an existing access control system to wire-free, providing a simple, intelligent way to upgrade the controllability and security level of a premises.

It utilises a short distance wireless communication protocol, designed to link an online electronic access control system with an Aperio-enabled mechanical lock, offering affordable online door control of internal doors, existing access control system extension, and enhanced security.

SMARTair utilises electronic locks to provide advanced, user-friendly access management with multiple credential options. In addition to the Openow™ mobile solution which enables the sending, revoking and updating of virtual keys over the air in seconds, Abloy will be featuring the i-max electronic escutcheon ideal for areas of high traffic use and the i-gate digital padlock, that you lock and unlock with your mobile phone.

eCLIQ is a retro-fit solution to control the movement of people, and allows access to be easily granted, changed and removed while providing a wide range of data for health and safety purposes.

ASSA ABLOY PULSE is an intelligent, energy harvesting, future-proof solution you can install new or retro-fit in existing sites, which is suitable for all kinds of environments, from schools to assisted living blocks and multi-resident apartments.

Abloy also offers compliant Low Energy Electric Locks, which only consume energy when the lock is being used, in contrast to door magnets which require a constant electric current to keep the door locked. These Electric Locks have an annual energy consumption of 0.02kWh compared to 52.0kWh per year for those reliant on magnets.

For further information on products and services available from Abloy, visit stand 3/H30 at the Security Event 2022, or alternatively visit https://bit.ly/3wfq54M, call 01902 364 500, or email info@abloy.co.uk.

[1] The Wireless Access Control Report 2021- https://www.ifsecglobal.com/downloads/wireless-access-control-report-2021/

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Tuesday, 22 March 2022

TD68 Opening Doors in the City

Jack Aluminium’s TD68 and JCW systems have featured in a new entrance to London’s Exchange House.

Essex-based fabricator, IDF Aluminium, collaborated with revolving door suppliers, Boon Edam, to provide a new entrance for this impressive building. Located in Broadgate, in the City of London, Exchange House is an innovative ‘building-bridge hybrid’, featuring four structural arches to bear the load of the building, which runs directly over 18 railway lines.

The new entrance features a revolving door, a single access door and curtain walling. IDF installed the TD68 access door, as well as curtain walling using the JCW system.

“This was an exciting project to work on in the City of London. It’s an impressive building and we’re really happy to have been chosen to install the new entrance,” says Will Woods, Director at IDF Aluminium.

“Working with Jack Aluminium is great because I can get a system which works for pretty much any product I need. We use the TD68 a lot because it’s a great entrance door system and being able to get curtain walling from them also makes my life a lot easier.

“On top of all that, their service is fantastic. The aluminium market has obviously been tough recently, but they’ve been very upfront and honest throughout and have kept communicating with us which has been very reassuring.”

Having passed the stringent STS 202 test, the TD68 thermal door and shopfront system is a highly popular choice for commercial buildings where higher security is needed.

“Being situated in such a busy part of London, durability and security were crucial to the entrance of this building, making the TD68 the perfect solution,” adds Ash Pearson, Sales Manager at Jack Aluminium.

“IDF are a fantastic company who work on some impressive projects, and it’s great to see them installing our commercial aluminium products in some very notable locations across the country.”

For more information, please visit www.jackaluminium.co.uk

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Monday, 21 March 2022

Garador Launches New and Improved Brochure Range

Garador, Britain’s leading garage door manufacturer, has launched a series of brand-new brochures to cover its extensive range of garage doors, front doors and accessories.

Recently, Garador has introduced a number of innovative new designs and technical features into its range of garage doors and the new set of brochures offer all the information needed to help choose the best door for every situation, plus the additional options available for specific builds.

The colourful brochures, which cover Garador’s popular Up & Over, Sectional and Roller garage doors as well as FrontGuard front doors, also include information on product features, door designs, safety systems, materials, insulation options and lots of other important details. Everything is presented in a new highly visual format which makes the brochures quick and easy to read and understand.

The marketing team at Garador has worked hard over the last 24 months to develop a fresh new look to the brochures, ensuring they are intuitive and contain all you need when purchasing a garage door.

Paul Eddleston, Marketing Manager at Garador, said:

“We want to give our customers an overview of what the product does, followed by an in-depth look at the more technical aspects. Right from the outset we aimed to create something that clearly explains the main features of the product, whether that’s a roller door, up & over door or a sectional door.”

Paul continues: “Our brochures serve as a good starting point for Garador products, but with enough technical content if they want to dig a little deeper. By providing an excellent set of brochures, we hope to give our prospective customers all the information they need to make an informed decision.”

The marketing team at Garador are delighted with the new brochures. They have a fresh, eye-catching design and intuitive layout. They communicate the value of Garador’s superbly engineered products and will be a real help to those looking to buy a new garage door.

Mona, the face of Garador, has returned for the latest iteration of the brochure redesign taking on a more prominent role in lifestyle imagery and interacting with each of the different types of garage door.

The new brochure designs are available in both print and digital pdf format. The high-resolution images ensure that the various surface finishes and colour choices are represented accurately. They also contain a wealth of technical information on functionality and operating systems with details of materials, lifting gear, operators and accessories. New smart features such as Garador’s Series 4 GaraMatic operators, including the BlueSecur app and energy efficient LED lighting are also covered.

The new Garador brochures are:

FrontGuard entrance doors brochure

Range brochure

Sectional garage doors brochure

Roller garage doors brochure

Up & Over garage doors brochure

Call for your new brochure now on 01935 443722 or browse online at www.garador.co.uk

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Sunday, 20 March 2022

Watch the windows: Eight things which could null your car insurance

Motorists are being warned of the risk of invalidating their car insurance and being asked to check their policies by experts.

The car leasing experts at LeaseCar.uk have highlighted eight ways drivers in the UK can null their insurance without realising.

Reading and understanding the intricacies of car insurance policies is essential as there are several things such as the wrong home address that can invalidate the policy.

Not only can these things void insurance policies and cause an inability to claim – but they can also carry hefty financial penalties and sometimes legal ramifications too.

A spokesperson for LeaseCar.uk said:

“It can be easy to gloss over the terms and conditions of many things, especially your car insurance – but this could in fact put you at risk of invalidating it.

“Small changes to your lifestyle may seem trivial but it is important that you notify your insurance provider as to avoid any charges and be fully covered.

“There are also things to bear in mind whilst driving to ensure that if the unfortunate occurrence of an accident does occur, you can claim.

Misjudging your mileage

When filling out any insurance policy it will ask you to estimate your annual mileage and this needs to be as accurate as possible. Taking your commute as well as your leisure activities into account will provide a semi-accurate number however, it’s best to allow some tolerance for those unexpected trips.

New job

The nature of your occupation has an effect on the price of your car insurance. This is because some jobs such as taxi drivers, food delivery drivers and couriers spend more time on the roads, and are therefore more likely to be involved in a motoring incident. Make sure to be accurate with your job title because even a subtle difference can affect your policy.

Change of address

The location in which you live has an effect on your premium, this is for a variety of reasons including crime and traffic density. By changing your address and not informing your insurer, you could be getting a cheaper premium and this can invalidate your policy.

Looking after the vehicle

Keeping your car roadworthy is important not only for road safety but also to ensure your insurance policy remains valid. MOTs and services should be carried out at regular intervals to keep the policy valid.

Window tints

Any modifications made by you or the previous owner before taking out a policy must be reported to the insurance provider – no matter how small they may be. If the work is yet to be carried out, it is also essential the modifications stay within the legal limit. For example, window tints on side windows must let at least 70% of light through. Any more than this and they become illegal.

Fronting

Parents or older drivers who falsely claim they are the main driver of a vehicle when it is in fact a younger, less experienced driver can in fact render the insurance void. Although this often makes insurance policies cheaper for young drivers, it is also illegal.

Declaration of points

Insurance providers must be aware of any current points on your licence – these usually stay on your licence for four years. If you try to claim on your insurance and the provider finds out you haven’t declared your points (or an incorrect amount) they can refuse to payout. Driving penalties increase the perceived risk on the road, so it’s best to think twice before trying to get a cheap quote.

Commuting

Ensuring you’re covered to drive to work can stop you from getting in trouble with your insurer. Not declaring your car’s class of use can be a serious offence and you won’t be covered by your insurance provider if you were commuting at the time.

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