Many San Diego homes built in the latter half of the last century have windows with aluminum frames. This was the latest trend in window technology at the time—surpassing windows with wooden frames in popularity. Today, most homes are built with windows with vinyl frames. But what if you have one of those homes with aluminum frames? Should you replace them or keep them? Here are a few things to consider: Aluminum Is a Good Conductor of Heat You might remember from your high school science … [Read more...]
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Replacement Windows for Your San Diego Rental Property
Owning rental properties in San Diego can be a great business or side business. There is good money to be made if you do it right. Staying on top of upgrades to your rental properties is one way to help ensure that you get top dollar from your renters and keep them living in your home long term. One upgrade that you may want to consider for your San Diego rental property is replacement windows. Why Would a Landlord Consider Replacement Windows? We understand that landlords have a lot of … [Read more...]
Can a San Diego Replacement Window Company Move Windows or Add Doors?
As a replacement window company, what we typically do is replace the glazing units in the existing windows and patio doors in a home. With this method, a home’s windows and doors remain the same size and in the same location. We install the new unit within the existing frame, which saves homeowners money and also makes the project one that can usually be completed in a single day. Sometimes, however, when our San Diego replacement window company goes to the homes of prospective customers for … [Read more...]
Monte Verde and Bayview: Great San Diego Replacement Window Products by a Respected Manufacturer, and Also Budget Friendly
We talk a lot on this site about Anlin windows and doors, and there’s a good reason for that. They are one of the top manufacturers of replacement windows and doors, and one that we highly recommend to our San Diego customers. Their products are extremely energy efficient even without any upgrades or add-ons, and they are also very durable. With all of these positive attributes, you would be right to assume that Anlin windows are not the least expensive replacement windows on the market. They … [Read more...]
Here’s What San Diego Homeowners Need to Know About Marvin Windows
Marvin Windows is a company that has been around since the early 1900s. They started out as a lumber company and later ventured into the wood-framed window business. In the late 1900s, the company began making fiberglass windows. Their fiberglass windows are made to mimic the look of real wood, while offering homeowners a long-lasting, low-maintenance product. What sets Marvin Windows apart in the replacement window industry is the fact that they don’t make vinyl windows. Their window lines … [Read more...]
