Most homeowners in San Diego are familiar with the common type of sliding patio door—the two-panel sliding door many houses are built to feature. But did you know there are other options for sliding patio doors in San Diego that offer more functional door area and choices of opening direction, while giving your home increased natural light and a better view? Three-Panel Sliding Patio Doors for San Diego Three-panel sliding patio doors consist of three glass panels, with one of the panels … [Read more...]
Decoding Replacement Window Language: Single, Double, and Triple Pane Windows
This article is the fifth in a series of 15 articles where we “decode” some of the industry terms surrounding replacement windows. Stay tuned for upcoming posts that we hope will help educate San Diego homeowners and allow them to make more informed decisions. If you’ve looked into having new windows installed in your San Diego home, you’ve probably already heard the phrases “single pane window,” “double pane window (or dual pane windows),” and triple pane window. You may have a vague idea of … [Read more...]
Decoding Replacement Window Language: Window Glazing Systems for San Diego Homeowners
This article is the fourth in a series of 15 articles where we "decode" some of the industry terms surrounding replacement windows. Stay tuned for upcoming posts that we hope will help educate San Diego homeowners and allow them to make more informed decisions. If you’ve started researching replacement windows for your San Diego home, you may have come across the term “glazing system”. This term refers to a combination of elements that contribute to the overall energy efficiency of a window. … [Read more...]
Simonton Windows Offer Many Options For San Diego Window Shoppers
Simonton is a popular manufacturer of vinyl replacement windows for San Diego homeowners. Simonton windows come with many options, allowing you to customize your windows, and get the exact look you want to complement your home. Their windows come standard with Simonton’s double pane ProSolar Low E glass, and are filled with Argon gas, which is known for superior thermal insulation. Simonton offers a triple pane option (Eco3), as well as an optional upgraded Low E glass (ProSolar Shade) and … [Read more...]
Geometric Windows Add Style to Your San Diego Home
Geometric windows are ultra-specialty windows made in standard and custom geometric shapes. Common shapes of geometric windows used in San Diego homes include: rectangles, octagons, half-circles, and full circles. Geometric windows are typically single pane in a fixed frame and do not open and close. The ventilation trade-off however is that geometric windows add sophistication and a custom look to your San Diego home. Geometric windows are perfect for walls of the home where an unobstructed … [Read more...]
Anlin Window Systems, a Window Manufacturer for San Diego Homeowners to Consider
Anlin Window Systems was founded in 1990 by Tom Vidmar and his two sons. Establishing the motto “From Our Family to Yours”, they’ve experienced continued success manufacturing energy efficient windows and doors primarily for the California market from their Clovis headquarters. Over the past 25+ years, Anlin has won numerous small business awards and is ranked as a top 100 Window Manufacturer in the United States by Window & Door Magazine. They specialize primarily in manufacturing energy … [Read more...]
Increasing Energy Efficiency in San Diego Historic Homes With Window Repairs
San Diego has many historic neighborhoods with lovely older homes containing original wood windows. While those original windows are one of the features that help make historic homes distinct and special, they can also account for much of the energy inefficiency in older homes. That being said, owners of historic homes in San Diego should not automatically assume that replacing their original windows with new windows is the best option. Wooden windows in historic homes are almost all made … [Read more...]
Decoding Replacement Window Language: Patio Door Options for San Diego Homes
This article is the third in a series of 15 articles where we "decode" some of the industry terms surrounding replacement windows. Stay tuned for upcoming posts that we hope will help educate San Diego homeowners and allow them to make more informed decisions. When most people think of patio doors, they tend to think of the common two-panel glass sliders. This style of door serves a lot of San Diego homeowners well, but it isn’t the only option for patio doors. In this article, we’ll talk … [Read more...]
Paying for Window Repairs – What’s Covered by Warranties or Insurance Policies
Window repairs, even ones that seem fairly straightforward, can be costly. So, when you have a broken window or a faulty window in need of repair, it’s important to know the options you have when it comes to paying for it. If you live in a newer home, and your windows are deemed defective, they may still be under warranty through the homebuilder, and the cost could be completely covered. However, the term of the warranty on your windows is probably shorter than other structural elements of … [Read more...]
Decoding Window Language: Energy Efficiency Terms and Ratings that San Diego Homeowners Should Understand
This article is the second in a series of 15 articles where we "decode" some of the industry terms surrounding replacement windows. Stay tuned for upcoming posts that we hope will help educate San Diego homeowners and allow them to make more informed decisions. The window industry (technically the “glazing” industry) has a language all to its own. If you’ve ever looked at replacement windows in a home improvement store or talked to a replacement window salesperson, you probably saw or heard … [Read more...]
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