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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.

Helpful Guide Walks San Diego Homeowners Through Window Replacement Purchase

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If you’re like many people in the beginning stages of shopping for replacement windows for your San Diego home, you are suffering from information overload. There are so many companies out there selling what seem to be similar products, and it’s hard to know where to even begin. That's why I decided to write a helpful step-by-step guide, in the form of an e-book, that can help homeowners through the entire process of researching and selecting a San Diego replacement window company. It is … [Read more...]

Sliding Patio Door Options for San Diego Homeowners

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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...]

Redo the Kitchen or Replace Your San Diego Home’s Windows and Doors?

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Remodeling Magazine puts out a report every year, specifically for San Diego, that takes a look at some of the most popular home remodeling projects. It looks at the average cost of what those projects go for in San Diego, as well as the amount you can expect to recoup if you then go to sell your home. The numbers for 2019 were recently released and can be found here. The site does require you to give them some personal information to view the full report, but if you don't want to do that, we'll … [Read more...]