R Mitchell (Glass) Ltd Newsletter
Autumn 2007
 
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In This Issue
It's as Easy as PVC...
Question Time
A Room with a View
What our Customers Say
People Power!
Front Doors...
Case Study
Get in Touch...

 It's as Easy as PVC....

Having just survived the worst summer on record, it is hard to believe that winter is now fast approaching.  The cost of heating a home is an issue for all of us.

Installing PVCu windows can make the difference between a costly winter and a cosy, cost efficient one.

PVC windows

Mitchell Glass has a great range of PVCu windows and doors, all of which can be installed before the cold kicks in.  Visit our Showcentre or call our team on 0800 220 415 and see what we can do for you this winter.

Quick Links
 

 
Question Time
 
Mitchell Glass is based in Currie Road in Galashiels but do you know which Border town the company was originally based in?  Why not go to our website at www.mitchellglass.co.uk to find the answer?

 A Room with a View...

A room with a fantastic view...

Additional space in the home is fast becoming a necessity to many of us.  People are always looking for ways to add a good functional space to their homes and conservatories have always been a favourite.  Whether you are looking to build a new conservatory or transform an existing one, just call us on 0800 220 415 for further information.  Or take a look at our superior range of conservatories, or services offered to up-grade existing conservatories, at Mitchell Glass.


 What our Customers Say...
 
Mrs Symons, from Kelso, was glad she found us.  This is what she had to say about Mitchell Glass:

"We cannot praise your team highly enough!  Thank you for making it all a very easy experience for us.  We are delighted with the results!" 
 
Our Accreditations
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CAGGF logo 
 
 
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Trustmark logo

A warm welcome to our first newsletter!  At Mitchell Glass we have a lot to tell our customers, from technological advances with our product range to our success in achieving the Investor In People award for the second time!
 
We hope you enjoy our newsletter and forward it on to your friends.  We look forward to seeing you soon at our Showcentre in Currie Road, Galashiels.
 
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People Power!! 

Hard earned IiP award for Mitchell Glass

We all know that to stay in business for over 130 years Mitchell Glass must have been offering their customers a superior level of service, but did you know that the company also show the same commitment to their staff?

This commitment has been recognised as Mitchell Glass were first awarded the Investors In People award in 2004 and have been successful in maintaining its recognition status following a second assessment in February this year.  This significant achievement has only been awarded to 24 of the 5000+ businesses in the Borders and Mitchell Glass is proud to have worked with their staff towards this significant achievement.

Julienne Dickey, independent assessor said "during interviews with staff I heard comments such as "Mitchell Glass is an excellent company to work for."   A member of staff also said, "I feel valued - you're not just a number here - you get listened to."  The award really shows the value that the management at Mitchell Glass place on their team.
 
Pictured here is local celebrity and rugby internationalist, Doddie Weir, with Peter Roden, MD and Susan Roden, Company Secretary of R Mitchell Glass Ltd.

"Well done to all our staff, lets make it three in a row!"
 
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It's a "Key" Attraction.....
 
Most people make up their mind about your home within eight seconds and the first four are based on the look of your front door! 

A key attractionPeople work on the interior but your front door says a lot to the outside world about your style.  Doors which are in need for some TLC could be letting you down.  Many people are now investing in a new door and making the most of the transformation.

If you want a door with style, low maintenance and security, Mitchell Glass has it all.  Our new range has the look of a traditional timber door but is manufactured in Fibre Glass.

You could be forgiven for thinking they require maintenance but the advanced technology means that they will not bow, warp or crack and all they require to look good is a wipe with a damp cloth.  All the doors are all fitted with multipoint locking systems as standard and you can personalise your door with the wide range of accessories.

Why not pop into our Showcentre at Currie Road in Galashiels or call 0800 220 415?

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Battle of Biblical Proportions - a Case Study

Many of us come up against the regulations upheld by local planning departments. They can make home improvement a daunting task. Even more so if your house is in a conservation area!

The Church of Scotland received some bad news recently when they wanted to replace windows of this old manse.  They were refused consent due to the "like for like" rule.

The old manse before window replacement

The manse before Mitchells installed the windows.

Working with Mitchell Glass, who offer expertise and support in dealing with planning issues, the Church were able to prove that the manse originally had Georgian style windows.

The old manse in times gone by

 
Along with Mitchell Glass, a new application was submitted, with photographic evidence, which clearly showed the Georgian style windows.  The Church won the day and now the manse looks stunning, with timber sash and cash windows which were expertly supplied and fitted by.... Mitchell Glass.
 

Old Manse after windows replaced by Mitchells Glass

The manse after Mitchells installed the windows.

Contact Mitchell Glass if you are planning to replace windows or doors.  You'll have the peace of mind that you have the best behind you to get you through the planning process!

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Please get in touch for more information about any of the special features in this newsletter, or to request a quote, or a home visit.  We look forward to hearing from you soon!

The Mitchells Team
R Mitchell (Glass) Ltd

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