AMSCO Windows is a manufacturer of new and replacement windows headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah. The company has been in business for more than 60 years and prides itself on its “adoption of evolving manufacturing technologies.” They offer both vinyl and composite widows, with several product lines to satisfy both their budget-conscious and higher-end customers. This makes AMSCO a company that is similar in size to one of our preferred replacement window manufacturers, Anlin Window Sys … [Read more...]
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Should You Buy from a San Diego Replacement Window Company that Sells Its Own Products?
If you’re just beginning your online search for a replacement window company in San Diego, you may not have realized yet that there are a couple of different types of companies that sell replacement window products. First of all, there are replacement window dealers (BM Windows would fall into this category) and then there are window manufacturers that sell directly to consumers. Replacement window dealers only sell windows and doors from outside manufacturers. In our case, we sell windows a … [Read more...]
Replacement Windows for Multi-Family Dwellings in San Diego
When most people think of our San Diego replacement window company, they associate us with installing new windows in single family homes. And that is the majority of what we do. We work with a lot of individual homeowners in San Diego who are looking to make their homes more modern, beautiful, and energy efficient by replacing their old windows. But did you know that we also work with the owners and property managers of multi-family dwellings up to three stories high, which includes a lot of … [Read more...]
Fall Is a Great Time to Get Replacement Windows in San Diego
Summer is typically our busiest time of the year at BM Windows. Many of our customers want to experience the energy-saving benefits of replacement windows during the hottest months of the year. This means our installation teams, our office staff, and our replacement window manufacturers are all working overtime to meet customer demands. As summer is coming to an end and we’re entering into fall, now is a great time to consider replacement windows for your San Diego home. Here are three r … [Read more...]
Does Your House Get Hot During the Summer Months? Your Windows Are Likely to Blame
Some of the hottest months of summer are upon us. If you’re like many San Diego residents, especially those who live farther inland, you are probably running your cooling system more often during the day in order to stay comfortable indoors. As a result, your energy bill goes up. But what if it didn’t have to be this way? Old single pane windows are notorious for letting in unwanted heat, and since windows typically make up about 15-20 percent of the surface area of a home’s walls, having inef … [Read more...]
BM Windows Owner Offers Comments for San Diego Replacement Window Publication about Window Quality
As a leading replacement window company in San Diego, we often get asked for our thoughts on various aspects of the window and door industry. Recently, our owner, Michal Bohm, was asked about whether or not the quality of the windows you purchase really makes that big of a difference for an article in Window & Door Consumer, a San Diego-based publication for homeowners looking at purchasing replacement windows and doors, window screens, and garage doors. We talk a lot about replacement … [Read more...]
Considering Milgard Replacement Windows? San Diego Homeowners Should Read This First
Milgard is a brand of replacement windows that is familiar to many San Diego homeowners. The company has been around for more than a half century and had more than $500 million dollars in sales in 2016. You can find their windows and patio doors in many neighborhoods across America. In 2017, Milgard was named the “Brand Most Used” by Western U.S. builders according to a survey conducted by BUILDER magazine. They have about 3,800 dealer locations nationwide, and their products come with a Full Lif … [Read more...]
Anlin’s Tilt-In Windows: A Great Feature for San Diego Homes
We install a lot of double hung and single hung windows in homes throughout San Diego. They are some of the most popular styles of windows out there, fitting well in spaces needing a vertically oriented window. The Difference Between Double Hung and Single Hung Windows Double hung and single hung windows look very similar—both have a distinct upper and lower portion. The difference, however, is that in a double hung window, both the upper and lower sashes are operable, while in a single hung w … [Read more...]
Sliding and Swinging Patio Doors from Anlin That Are Built to Last in Your San Diego Home
Do you have an older sliding patio door in your San Diego home that doesn’t slide as smoothly as it once did? If you do, you’re not the only one. Many of the sliding patio doors with aluminum frames that were originally installed in many San Diego homes have seen better days. We’ve been to the homes of more than one San Diego family in which the sliding patio door is completely unusable—not able to be opened or closed at all anymore. Not only is this inconvenient, but it can also present a safety … [Read more...]
Anlin Replacement Windows: Why We Recommend them to Our San Diego Customers
At BM Windows, one of the replacement window brands we often quote to potential customers is Anlin. We are true believers in their products and have a great amount of respect for the company and how they do business. We often find ourselves needing to educate potential customers about Anlin replacement window products, since the company isn’t necessarily a “household name” like Milgard or Simonton. But just because a company has a more recognizable name or brand doesn’t mean its better. It may … [Read more...]
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