Who We Are
Door & Window Experts is a UK-based home improvement platform specialising in aluminium doors and windows. We help homeowners compare their options and connect with trusted local suppliers and installers across England, Scotland and Wales.
Our focus is simple: provide clear, practical information about products, and make it easier for you to find the right solution for your home.
What We Do
DWE exists because homeowners and professionals deserve accurate, impartial information from someone who actually knows this industry.
We help homeowners across the UK:
- Understand the different types of doors and windows available
- Compare product options, features and performance
- Get quotes from vetted local suppliers and installers
- Make confident, informed decisions on home improvement projects
Our platform combines expert-led content with a trusted supplier network to take the complexity out of upgrading your home.
Our Focus
We specialise in every kind of glazing requirement for dwellings or commercial buildings including:
Bifolding doors
Sliding patio doors
Aluminium windows
Commercial doors and Windows
Window and door Solutions in upvc, timber, steel and hybrid/composite materials.
We are also aluminium window and door specialists and these are also a core focus because of their durability, energy efficiency and modern aesthetic, making them a popular choice for both new builds and home extensions across the UK.
The Commercial Arrangement (Who Pays)
Nick Dardalis carries out consultancy and marketing work for a range of businesses in the fenestration industry in the UK and internationally, covering systems companies, fabricators, and installers.
DWE is a long-standing passion project that allows Nick to document his 40+ years of industry knowledge and stay current with the latest products. The reviews are a manifestation of this passion and expertise.
When people contact DWE, Nick connects them with the most suitable installer or manufacturer for their needs, whether they’re homeowners or trade professionals seeking suppliers. While there may be pre-existing commercial relationships with some of these companies, the decision to make a referral is never dependent on that relationship. All referrals are made to the most appropriate business and are not dependent on any commissions or affiliate payments. Very often Nick makes referrals to more than one installer to ensure that the consumer has a range of options.
- No content on DWE is sponsored
- No reviews are paid for
- All content is written with complete editorial independence
- Lead referrals are made based solely on suitability for the customer’s needs
- Some referrals go to companies with no commercial relationship with DWE
How It Works
- Browse our guides and product pages
- Find information on the products that suit your project
- Learn about your options and understand the differences between products, systems and price points
- Request quotes, based on your requirements and location
- Compare and choose, we help you select the supplier or installer that’s the right fit for you
Our goal is to make the process simple, transparent and efficient.
Why Use Door & Window Experts?
Our Google reviews reflect what we do. Thousands of homeowners, architects, specifiers and trade professionals contact us every year and receive a personal response. We help people understand what they are buying, identify the right product for their project, and find the right supplier or installer.
My name is Nick Dardalis founded Door and Window Experts in 2010. (previously known as the Aluminium Trade Supply Website). I have worked in the UK fenestration industry since 1989, giving me nearly four decades of hands-on experience across aluminium, uPVC, timber, steel look, composite, hybrid and specialist systems. I’ve also worked with virtually every brand that has come to market in that time.
My career has included owning a manufacturing company, helping bring products to market, consultancy advice product advice to homeowners and trade professionals. I’ve also helped home improvement companies expand their product portfolios, and speaking at industry events including Grand Designs Live as an Ask the Expert panellist.
Every word published on this website is written by me. Every product review is based on direct assessment. Every enquiry is answered personally.
I founded the Door and Window Experts Websiteto share my years of knowledge in windows and doors and provide you with expert, impartial advice, with genuine independence and help you choose the right windows and doors for your project.
- Focused expertise in doors and windows
- Clear, jargon-free guidance
- Access to multiple suppliers and installers across the UK
- Designed to help you compare and decide with confidence
We give homeowners and the trade the information and access they need to make better home improvement decisions, without the sales pressure.
Our Approach
We prioritise clarity and usefulness in everything we publish. Our content is written to answer the questions homeowners actually ask . We explain key differences between products, setting realistic expectations around pricing and performance, and guiding you through the installation process.
