Are you someone who likes to likes to “see for yourself” the type of work a company does before you hire them to work on your San Diego home? Are you a “researcher” who likes to gather as much information as possible before making a decision about a home improvement company? If you answered yes to either of these questions, you are like many people for whom a referral from a friend or family member, or a glowing online review, isn’t enough to convince them that a home improvement company is worth … [Read more...]
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Patio Doors and an Energy-Efficient San Diego Home: Yes, You Can Have Both!
With outdoor temperatures heating up, many homeowners naturally begin to think about their home’s energy efficiency. Replacing your home’s windows and patio doors is a great way to make your home more energy efficient, as well as more comfortable in the hot summer months. Sometimes, we come across customers who want to add large patio doors to their home, but are concerned that installing them will make their home less energy efficient. We certainly understand the concern. A lot of people sti … [Read more...]
San Diego Customer Leaves a Rare Review for “Top-Notch” Service
We recently installed replacement windows and doors in the home of Paul W. of San Diego. His San Diego home needed a dozen new windows, as well as new French doors. After the job was done, Paul went to Yelp to leave us a review about his experience with the BM Windows team. Paul starts his review by saying, This company definitely qualifies for a top-notch review for the entire process from appraisal to competitive bid, installation, cleanup and follow through.” He also says, The sales rep … [Read more...]
Replacement Windows Verses Windows for New Construction: What’s the Difference?
If you are just beginning your research into new windows for your home, you may not know that there are two different types of windows: replacement windows and windows made for new construction. Replacement windows are also known as retrofit windows, and are the type of windows we specialize in at BM Windows. How Do I Know if I Need Replacement Windows or New Construction Windows? Very simply put: new construction windows are designed for new builds or additions, while replacement windows are … [Read more...]
Customizing Replacement Window Grids Adds Instant Character to San Diego Homes
Adding grids to your replacement windows is one of the easiest ways to help your home stand out in your neighborhood. But did you know that BM Windows offers customizable window grids for an even more unique look? Before we talk about ways to customize your replacement window grids, let’s look at some of the standard patterns we offer (which are also great choices for many San Diego homes). Colonial Grid Patterns By far the most common grid pattern we see in the replacement windows we i … [Read more...]
Customer Still Referring BM Windows for Replacement Windows After Several Years
Recently, we sent out an email to the mailing list made up of customers and potential customers we’ve been accumulating over our years in business. We don’t send out emails often. It had been a while since we’d communicated with the people on our list, and we wanted to let them know what we’ve been up to at BM Windows. Presumably, because of this email, several of our past customers went to the Yelp website and left us positive reviews about their experiences using BM Windows for replacement w … [Read more...]
Anlin’s New Panoramic Series Gives San Diego Homeowners Another Replacement Window Option
Not everyone wants the same thing when it comes to replacement windows. Some San Diego homeowners like the more traditional-looking windows with wide frames that mimic the wood windows found in older homes. Others prefer a more contemporary look, with slim frames. For the second group, Anlin has come out with a new series of window products called the “Panoramic Series.” These windows feature slim-profile framing that maximize the glass area, giving homeowners a larger viewing area, and also a … [Read more...]
Here Comes the Warm Weather! Patio Door Options to Enjoy the San Diego Summer
Before you know it, summer will be here. If you’ve thought about adding patio doors to your San Diego home or replacing your old aluminum patio doors with new, energy-efficient vinyl patio doors, now is a great time to do it! We wanted to give you an idea of the options that are available from BM Windows for San Diego homeowners looking to install patio doors, as there are many more choices than just the two-panel sliders that used to be available. Two-Panel Patio Doors That being said, t … [Read more...]
Replacement Window and Door Screens: The Details Can Make a Difference for Your San Diego Home
Our customers always have lots of questions about window and door products we sell, bur rarely do they ask about the screens that come with them. Maybe they assume window screens are pretty much all the same. Believe it or not, the screens on your replacement windows and doors can really make a difference in the visibility of the scenery through your windows. The type of screen you choose can also affect the amount of heat and UV rays that are let into your home. Not to mention, some window … [Read more...]
How Modern Replacement Windows Came to Be: A Brief History
Have you ever wondered who first thought to put a window in a house? Or how windows have evolved over time to become the highly specialized building material that we know today? Maybe you don’t think about things like this, but being in the replacement window industry, we sometimes think about these things, so we thought we’d do a little research about the history of windows. We found some interesting facts that we thought we would share with you! Where Did the Word “Window” Come From? The Engl … [Read more...]
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