As pretty much everyone is well aware, San Diego has one of the best climates in all the world. With its mild winters, hot (but not too hot) summers, and relatively small amount of rainfall, it’s no wonder that San Diego is consistently rated one of the best places in the world to live with regard to weather. So, given San Diego’s mild climate, it shouldn’t matter how energy-efficient your windows are, right? Why Energy-Efficient Windows in San Diego Are Important While temperatures on the coast tend to not get too high or too low, inland, they can get into the triple digits during the summer months. In the winter, temperatures can fall below freezing on some evenings. It’s during those times that homeowners want energy-efficient windows in their San Diego homes. This is …
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Most San Diego homeowners who are looking to replace their windows are doing so because they want to improve their home’s energy efficiency. The replacement windows we sell at BM Windows all come standard with insulating technology built in. They include two panes of Low-E glass, vinyl frames, warm-edge spacers, and more. You can also choose to upgrade your windows with additional energy-saving features, such as Argon gas in between the two panes of glass. But even if you choose to go with the standard options, your new windows will make your home more energy-efficient, saving you money on heating and cooling costs every month!
If you have questions about how to compare the various energy efficient replacement windows and doors in San Diego, our team is happy to help! At your in-home or in-store appointment one of our helpful team members can answer any questions you have and help you select the best options for your specific San Diego home. You can also read the blog posts below to learn more about energy efficient replacement windows and doors.
Why Are Most Replacement Windows in San Diego Dual Pane?
If you’ve done any research at all into replacement windows in San Diego, you’ve probably noticed that the vast majority of the windows sold in the area are dual pane windows. You may have asked yourself if dual pane windows are really necessary. Or you may have wondered, if dual pane windows are good, are triple pane windows even better? Many older homes in San Diego have windows with only one pane of glass within the window frame. This was pretty standard for homes that were built prior to the 1970s and 1980s, but there are some great reasons to consider replacing those single pane windows with dual pane windows. Here are a few of them: The Energy-Saving Benefits of Dual Pane Windows Replacing your single pane windows with dual pane windows can make a huge difference in how …
The Cold and Rainy Weather Is Coming to San Diego. Is Your Home Prepared?
Compared to the rest of the country, those of us in San Diego have it pretty easy when it comes to weather. We don’t get snow. The temperatures rarely dip into the freezing range. We don’t even get a lot of precipitation. If someone in the Midwest heard us complaining about the cold, rainy weather in San Diego, they would likely roll their eyes. Despite our relative lack of extreme weather here in San Diego, we do still get some cold nights and rainy days. During those times, you want your home to be as comfortable as possible. One way you can help make your home more comfortable is to have new, energy-efficient windows installed. Keep Out the Cold with Replacement Windows If your house has older windows, you may notice how cold it can be to stand near them when the temperatures …
New Patio Doors Are More Energy Efficient Than Ever
Glass patio doors are a staple in many San Diego homes. With weather that’s pretty amazing year-round, it makes sense that homebuilders would include them in their home designs. In homes where they weren’t part of the original construction, many homeowners have chosen to add them when possible. In the past, patio doors have gotten a bad reputation for contributing (in a negative way) to a home’s energy efficiency. Older patio doors were primarily constructed with a single pane of glass and framed in with aluminum. Aluminum and glass both do very little to slow the transfer of heat and cold from outside to inside the home. So on a very hot day, the inside of a home with an inefficient patio door would see a noticeable increase in temperature. Fortunately, there are now patio door …
A San Diego Homeowner’s Guide to Energy-Efficient Windows and Doors
Homeowners in San Diego replace their windows and patio doors for a variety of reasons. They may want to reduce the amount of outside noise that comes into their home, or get rid of old windows that no longer open and close easily, or give their home a fresh, updated look. However, far and away the most common reason people choose to purchase replacement windows and doors for their San Diego home is to make it more energy efficient. Making your home more energy efficient is a worthy goal, and certainly new windows and doors can help you do that. But you should note that some replacement windows are more energy efficient than others. Fortunately, the window industry has standardized the way in which windows are rated for energy efficiency, so you can easily compare replacement windows …
