Choosing new windows for your home can be intimidating. It’s an important purchase that impacts curb appeal, energy costs and home comfort for many years to come. Fortunately, purchasing new windows can also be fun. With some expert guidance and an array of available designs, you will find the right windows for you—windows that bring function and beauty to your cherished home. When choosing the perfect windows, you will need to consider how many panes of glass are best, as well as the role of window coatings in creating energy-efficient, long-lasting windows. We want to make it easy for you, so we put together this primer on windowpanes and coatings and how they impact window performance, energy efficiency, indoor comfort and the cost of utilities. Single-pane windows: pros and cons Single-pane windows are windows composed of only a single layer of glass, rather than two or three layers of glass.…
Sometimes we take our windows for granted. It’s only natural—they’re just one facet of our daily lives that we’ve learned to look past or, more accurately, through. But, although we might forget them, windows perform…
Fall is a season of change. The carefree days of summer are behind us, the kids are back in school and we’re settling into our usual routines. With the arrival of the autumnal equinox here…
Renovation life comes with its own set of challenges–moving, mess and the biggest worry of them all, the ballooning budget! Fortunately, you can add new, energy-friendly windows to your home and actually get some of…
When it comes to choosing windows for your home, vinyl and wood are two popular materials to consider. Each has its own distinct advantages, and understanding their benefits can help you make an informed decision.…
As warm weather arrives, you might be thinking about upgrading your windows for various reasons – better insulation during colder months, reducing energy bills, keeping the heat out during summer, or even increasing the size…
A fresh new year offers plenty of possibilities. Naturally, we start thinking about how we can improve our lives. In the past few years, more than ever, it has meant taking a new look at…
Choosing the Right Windows There’s energy efficient and then there’s the most energy efficient. When it comes to windows and doors, it’s a distinction that means something to homeowners. Increased energy efficiency can improve home…
Energy efficiency is the new black for windows Eco-friendly homes are becoming a popular trend for good reason! Not only are they helping save the planet, but they are saving homeowners heaps of money both…
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No matter where you live – a city, suburb, overlooking pristine mountains or oceans or parks or your next-door neighbor – windows are the one part of your home that offers views in and out,…
You don’t need to watch home improvement shows to know that energy efficiency already tops most people’s lists of ‘must-haves’ on new home purchases. Windows offer the biggest opportunity to improve the building envelope (i.e.…
Summer can be an expensive time of the year, what with all the fun trips and outings you have planned. Fortunately, staying cool doesn’t have to be on that list of expenses. Try out some…
Exploring the Exceptional Advantages of Tri-Pane Windows Summer is hot. Let’s talk about what you can do to help keep your home cool and comfortable in the often overbearing summer heat. Replacing and upgrading your…