Homeowners are increasingly expecting to visualise their new windows and doors before committing— and installers are rising to the challenge, according to software pioneers Tommy Trinder.

New figures from Tommy Trinder report that just under 40,000“ makeovers”- photo-realistic renderings of proposed installs- were created via the firm’ s platform in the first eight months of 2025, marking a 15 % year on year increase. More than half of

all quotes submitted to homeowners now include a visual.

“ We’ re used to seeing how a car or kitchen will look before we buy, and windows and doors are catching up fast,” says CEO Chris Brunsdon.“ Makeovers help customers decide quicker, and they give installers clarity and credibility.”

Top uses? Showing colour changes, demonstrating design tweaks like dummy vents or bar layouts, and highlighting premium upgrades such as flush sashes, deep bottom rails or timber-look cills. Also trending, according to Tommy, is the use of makeovers to show the transformation of a knockout by superimposing bifolds or

sliders over windows.

“ Installers tell us visuals don’ t just wow— they help close deals,” adds Chris.“ And crucially they are also a tool for ruling out error; a sure-fire way of avoiding

those dreaded‘ that’ s not what I ordered’ conversations.”

Installers interested in finding out more about Tommy Trinder’ s platform can book a free demo at https:// www. tommytrinder. com / demo