For some people, the thought of taking on a big project can feel overwhelming, including a big home improvement project. It’s not just the cost involved, either. It’s all the unknowns, including the various steps that are involved, the time each of them will take, and the order in which they need to be completed. When it comes to window replacement in San Diego, the process can feel daunting if you’ve never experienced it before. Where do you even start? How do you choose the right windows for your home and the right company to install them? How long will your home be under construction? These are all very valid questions! In this blog post, we will break down the steps involved with window replacement for San Diego homes and hopefully make the process feel a bit less overwhelming and …
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If you’re looking for replacement windows in San Diego, you’ve come to the right place! BM Windows has been serving San Diego and the surrounding communities for many years, helping homeowners select the best brands, styles, and features of replacement windows for their specific San Diego homes. We walk you through the entire process, keeping you informed along the way.
We only sell top-quality replacement window brands that we would be proud to install in our own homes, and we offer them at competitive prices. You may not find all the “household name” brands here, but that’s because we don’t sell products that we can’t confidently recommend to our customers. Every brand we sell is carefully selected by our experienced and knowledgeable team. In addition, our replacement windows are installed by our own team of professional installers. We never outsource the installation to subcontractors!
Are Dual Pane Replacement Windows Really Better Than Single Pane Windows for San Diego Homes?
If you’re living in a San Diego home that still has single pane windows, you may have wondered if it’s really worth it to upgrade to dual pane replacement windows. To some people, dual pane windows can feel like a gimmick. It’s an extra pane of glass. How much of a difference can it really make? As it turns out, it can actually make a big difference! What Are Dual Pane Replacement Windows? First of all, let’s start by talking about what dual pane windows are. Dual pane windows are essentially windows that have two panes of glass installed within a window frame, with a space in between the panes. Replacement windows with dual panes are designed to fit in the exact spaces that your single pane windows currently occupy. Even in the most basic dual pane windows, the extra pane of …
Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC): What It Is and Why It Matters in Window Replacement in San Diego
This blog post is for the more science-minded and math-minded individuals out there. You know who you are! We wanted to get into one of the metrics for comparing the energy efficiency of various replacement windows on the market: solar heat gain coefficient (SHGC). SHGC is a standardized rating in the window replacement industry that allows us to compare “apples to apples” when it comes to a window’s insulating properties. This rating will tell you how good a window unit is at keeping solar heat from entering your home. SHGC ratings are determined by the National Fenestration Ratings Council (NFRC), which is an independent, third-party organization that evaluates just about every replacement window on the market, including those sold in San Diego. How Is SHGC Calculated? A …
Why You Need an Installation Warranty with Window Replacement in San Diego
We know that warranties have gotten a bad reputation over the years. With all of the “extended warranty” scam calls that were going on a few years ago, as well as warranties that don’t actually offer any real coverage, people tend to be wary when they hear about warranties. It’s true—some warranties offer more value than others. Some are worth only the paper they’re printed on, while others can save you thousands of dollars if you use the coverage. When it comes to buying replacement windows, we highly encourage homeowners to purchase windows with a good warranty. This means purchasing windows that come with a lifetime warranty from a manufacturer that has a good reputation for standing behind their products, as well as warranty on the installation. For most homeowners, when they …
Which Replacement Windows Are Best for Second Floor Rooms in San Diego Homes?
Many of the homeowners we work with live in homes that are more than one story. We regularly install replacement windows in two-story single-family homes, condos, townhomes, or even in homes that are part of small apartment complexes. If you are considering replacing the windows in your San Diego home and want to know if there is anything you should keep in mind when it comes to your second-story windows, read on! Replacement Window Styles to Consider for Second Story Rooms You can put just about any style of window in a second-story room, but there are egress requirements to consider for bedrooms. (You can read more about that here.) Basically, the California building code requires that bedrooms have a means of escape in case of an emergency, like a fire in the home. Sliding …
