Windows

Windows

If you reside in an older house and the windows are at least 15 to 20 years old, you should contemplate replacing them for any of the following reasons.

Are your windows looking tattered and not performing as well they should?

Then it might be the right time to contemplate a window replacement project.  With the benefit of new windows, you will not only improve your home’s interior and exterior, but you will also make it a more energy-efficient and comfortable place to be.

Today the market of replacement windows has hundreds of units to offer. New windows are made of different styles, shapes, sizes, colors, with a variety of features, so the choice might seem to be pretty overpowering. This is why it is important to understand the basics while choosing the right window materials and glass options to help you with your home.


The material of Window Frames and Sashes

  • Metal Windows:

Metal is a durable option for windows.  Where metal fails is in energy efficiency.  Metal windows conduct cold and heat.  So they are going to last a long time but not meet energy star for homes, most of the time.

  • Wood Windows:

Wood is the oldest and most elegant option for windows.  Wood windows are one of the most durable and energy-efficient materials available today.  However, wood windows require maintenance.

  • Vinyl Windows:

This is the most common material for new and replacement windows. Vinyl windows are energy-efficient and maintenance-free.  They are almost the most budget-friendly.  Durability can be an issue with excessive UV and heat.

  • Fiberglass Windows:

Fiberglass windows are becoming more and more popular. This material combines all advantages of both materials and eliminates their disadvantages. As a result, you get perfect looking windows without much maintenance and perfect energy efficiency characteristics. Fiberglass windows cost less than wood, but more than vinyl.

 

You’ve known about vinyl windows. You know wood and metal windows.  We prefer fiberglass. And with most fiberglass windows, you get unmatched strength and low maintenance inside and out. The strength of the fiberglass material lends itself to contemporary designs and narrow sightlines you won’t find in other materials. Factor in the special sizes and proven energy efficiency and you have a window that is perfect for any home.

Some recommended manufacturers of fiberglass windows:  Marvin, Pella, Milgard,