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 c … [Read more...]
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Why You Want to Hire a San Diego Replacement Window Company with Longevity
New businesses pop up in San Diego every day, and occasionally one of them is a replacement window company. We don’t mind the competition—there’s plenty of work to go around, with more than a million housing units in San Diego County. But we want to caution people who are considering hiring a replacement window company that hasn’t been around very long. It’s not that a new replacement window company will do poor work—many of them are started by people who have been in the industry for a long t … [Read more...]
What San Diego Homeowners Need to Know About Air Infiltration as it Pertains to Replacement Windows
Most of the San Diego homeowners we meet with want the most energy-efficient windows possible (or at least the most energy-efficient windows that are within their budget). Many replacement window companies focus mainly on a window’s U-Factor and Solar Heat Gain Coefficient ratings, both of which are very important in determining the energy efficiency of a window, but they fail to mention a window’s air infiltration rating. What is Air Infiltration and Why Is it Important? Air infiltration, som … [Read more...]
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 c … [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 i … [Read more...]
Are Pella Replacement Windows a Good Buy for San Diego Homeowners?
Pella windows are a well-known brand of new and replacement windows. They offer windows with frames made of wood, fiberglass, vinyl, and even some with a wood interior and an aluminum-clad exterior frame. Each of these different options also has several different product lines associated with them. For example, if you are looking for vinyl replacement windows from Pella, you can choose from their 250 Series, the 350 Series, and the Encompass window line. Pella windows are sold at the big box … [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...]
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...]
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