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Window Shopping with Michal

Window Shopping with Michal is an exclusive column with Michal Bohm, owner of BM Windows in San Diego. His articles provide San Diego homeowners with insider tips to help you navigate the replacement window and door buying process, and share insights that aid in choosing the best replacement windows and doors for your home.

What are Casement Windows and Are They a Good Choice for San Diego Homes?

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If you're not familiar with window terminology, a casement windows has a single glass panel that swings open to the outside. Typically, they swing outward, away from the frame and the wall, from a single hinge. Some casement windows can swing outward up to 90 degrees from the building. These windows usually operate via a crank that makes the window simple to open and close. Casement windows are perfect for areas in your home where an unobstructed view is desired, especially San Diego homes in … [Read more...]

Quiet Your San Diego Home with Noise Reducing Replacement Windows

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Many Southern California homeowners live in close proximity to noisy freeways and busy surface streets. San Diego residents are no different, whether it’s an annoying dog barking or you live close to the airport, outdoor noise can be a major nuisance that disrupts sleep and invades your home with unwanted noise pollution. Old windows can be the main culprit in allowing noise to seep into San Diego houses. Replacing single pane aluminum frame windows with new dual pane windows with vinyl f … [Read more...]

Is the HERO Program a Good Financing Option for Replacement Windows in San Diego?

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The HERO program, which is a financing option through the government’s PACE financing program, allows homeowners to get new windows with no money down and pay for them over time along with their property taxes. This has been an attractive option for many homeowners who didn’t have the cash on hand for new windows. However, there is a potential drawback to the HERO program that is not always disclosed to homeowners applying for this type of financing. Many homeowners are told that when they obt … [Read more...]

Window Frame Material Options for San Diego Homes

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Energy efficient windows are typically recognized by their treated glass, but don’t neglect the importance of framing materials when shopping for San Diego replacement windows. Window frames contribute up to 30% of the window’s total weather resistance and energy efficiency. Inserting a highly energy-efficient window pane into a frame that allows a terrible amount of heat transfer is self-defeating. That being said, energy efficiency isn't the only factor to consider when choosing a window fra … [Read more...]

Understanding Bay and Bow Windows in San Diego

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We've noticed that some of our customers use the terms "bay window" and "bow window" interchangeably. And while the two types of windows have similarities, they are a little bit different, and as someone shopping for replacement windows in San Diego, it would be helpful for you to know the difference. What's the Difference Between Bay and Bow Windows? Bay and bow windows are both specialty “show off” windows formed from three or more windows that each project out from a wall. In a bay window th … [Read more...]

A San Diego Replacement Window Expert’s Opinion on Milgard Windows

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If you’ve done any research at all on replacement windows for your San Diego home, the name Milgard has probably come up. You may have even heard of Milgard windows before you started thinking about replacing your windows. In fact, since the company has been around since 1958, the windows currently in your house that you are thinking of replacing may be Milgard windows. Milgard got its start making aluminum framed windows. They still make them to this day, although they are mostly used in c … [Read more...]

Simonton vs. Anlin: Which Brand is the Best Choice for San Diego Homeowners?

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Those of us in the replacement window industry often get asked what window brand they recommend. There are so many products on the market, and it can be overwhelming for consumers, so we understand why we get this question a lot. In this article, I wanted to compare two replacement window brands (Simonton and Anlin) that are popular with San Diego homeowners to help bring some clarity. Before we get started with the comparison, there are a few things to know. First of all, both companies … [Read more...]

Is Spending Your Tax Return on Replacement Windows a Wise Investment in Your San Diego Home?

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You are getting a tax return this year. Congratulations! Now for the fun part—deciding how to spend what can feel like a windfall (even though it’s really just the government giving you back your own money). Regardless, a tax return is a great opportunity to spend some money on projects that will help increase your home’s value or make your home life more enjoyable. Replacement windows and patio doors may not seem like the most exciting option for spending your tax return, but it can certa … [Read more...]

The Experts Agree: Replacement Windows Are a Great Investment for San Diego Homes

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There are many reasons to take on a home improvement project. Maybe you just want a more updated space, or more modern conveniences. Perhaps it’s more of a necessity because something has broken or is no longer functioning as it should. Or, maybe you want to make improvements to your home in order to add to its value. Replacing your windows is one of those projects that could very well fall into all three categories. New windows can update a space and provide a home with the benefits that c … [Read more...]

The Benefits of Garden Windows for San Diego Homes

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San Diego homeowners, especially those living in what many refer to as "cookie cutter" tract homes, are always looking for ways to add interest to their homes--something that will help make a home feel special and stand out in a neighborhood. One way homeowners can help make a home more unique is by installing specialty windows, and one of the more popular options is garden windows. Garden windows are a type of specialty window that projects outward from the wall similar to a bay window. … [Read more...]