Family-run double glazing installers
Established in 1996
The History Behind Ideal Window Solutions
Growing year on year since 1996, we have developed into the ‘go-to’ family-run glazing experts for Hampshire and the surrounding areas. As well as offering reliable home improvement installations for over 20 years, we have firm roots in the commercial, self build and new build sectors. Our attentive customer service and extensive local knowledge, as well as brilliant product offering & installations, is the reason our Checkatrade score is so high, with over 2500 reviews!
The history of Ideal Window Solutions
1996
Ideal Window Solutions Established
Ideal Window Solutions was formed in 1996 by Chris Palmer, and we've been supplying and installing quality uPVC, timber and aluminium double glazed windows, doors and conservatories ever since.
1998
The business was incorporated
We became a Limited company!
1999
We moved into premises in Anjou Crescent, Fareham
2000
Secured our first new build order from Berkeley Homes
Renowned building developing firm, Berkeley Homes, chooses IWS as their glazing partner for a new housing development.
2003
Moved into new larger premises in Fareham
2006
The IWS team celebrate a decade of trading.
2010
IWS acquires a DGCOS Founding Membership
The Double Glazing and Conservatory Scheme (DGCOS) began in 2010 to primarily protect consumers against cowboy builders, specifically for the glazing industry. DGCOS founding membership instils confidence that we are a reputable trader that adheres to strict ethical sales practices, whilst delivering quality workmanship and excellent customer service.
2010
Chichester showroom launch
We gained a new showroom in prime location opposite a major car park and market in Chichester, perfect for all our local residents.
2012
Thom Emerson joins the IWS team
Reflecting the company’s ambitions for further growth, Thom Emerson came on board as a business partner in 2012. Thom had previously worked as Group Marketing Director at MASCO UK Window Group; the UK’s largest manufacturer of uPVC windows and doors. With our roots firmly set in the commercial and new-build sectors, this is the start of expanding our reputation within the domestic sectors.
2014
Head Office relocation & Fareham showroom opening
2014 was a landmark year for the IWS team. Moving to a new Head Office in January 2014, the move was closely followed with the launch of our substantial Fareham showroom on May 31st. The Unity Building Fort Fareham is Hampshire’s largest indoor home improvement showroom of its kind and continues to wow our visitors.
2015
Chichester showroom refurbishment
We refurbished the showroom to showcase even more of our highly sought-after popular coloured products, bifold doors, and a products that also suit conservation areas like our vertical sliders.
2016
The IWS team celebrate two decades of trading.
2017
Park Gate showroom launch
Serving Basingstoke, Southampton, Winchester, Portsmouth, Hampshire and the surrounding areas
Ideally located in thriving Fareham, historic Chichester and the south-coast city of Southampton, whether you have a firm idea in mind or you’re still not quite sure, our three extensive showrooms provide valuable inspiration that’s second to none. Open 6 days a week, 10am-5pm, an array of beautiful products, a welcoming atmosphere and a professional, friendly and knowledgeable team await your arrival!
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First class
The quality of the product and workmanship is of the highest quality. Well done Ideal Window Solutions Ltd. First class.
10 /10
Job was perfect
Everything about the two men who came was superb. They were punctual, friendly and experienced. Their workmanship was excellent. Their finished job was perfect. I would highly recommend them.
10 /10
Informative & professional
This is the second time we have used this firm. As before, they were informative and professional from start to finish. Prompt, tidy and thorough always.
10 /10
Would not go anywhere else
Brilliant. No fuss . No drama. Done in a couple of hours. Very pleased. Fourth door I have had fitted by this company. Would not go anywhere else. SFK. Alec lovely guy. Kind and respectful.
10 /10
High quality
The team worked continually throughout the day and made an excellent job of fitting the windows which appear to be of high quality.
10 /10
Fabulous service
As always, fabulous service from this company. Did original install and have excelled with rapid response to supply and fit damaged panel.
10 /10
An excellent job
A very polite and well-mannered chap done an excellent job leaving us very satisfied with his quality of work and tidiness he left the area in.
10 /10
Super pleased!
Fitter removed old door with care. Worked using dust sheets super neat and tidy. All debris taken away super pleased!
10 /10
Went that extra mile…
Apart from sending the wrong glass for the door I can't fault this installation. The error was soon rectified with little fuss. The fitter went just that extra mile to make everything perfect.
10 /10
