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How Many Panes of Glass is Enough for Replacement Windows in San Diego?

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Not too long ago, there was basically one option when it came to windows for your home—single pane windows. Now, you can get single pane, double pane, and even triple and quadruple pane windows for your San Diego home. But do you really need three or more panes of glass for maximum energy efficiency? Well, that question is a bit more complicated than it seems on the surface. Read on, and we’ll try to take some of the confusion out of shopping for energy efficient windows in San Diego. Single … [Read more...]

Milgard Windows: Are they a Good Choice for San Diego Homes?

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Milgard is one of the biggest names in vinyl replacement windows. It is a company that has been around for more than 50 years, and their products can be found in homes throughout the country. Milgard is known for producing their own glass units, vinyl components, and fiberglass frames in order to control quality, and they offer a Full Lifetime Warranty on all of their windows and patio doors. In 2001, Milgard was purchased by Masco Corporation, a large manufacturer of home improvement products … [Read more...]

Builder Grade Windows for San Diego: What Are They and Should You Replace Yours?

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If you’ve owned your San Diego home for any amount of time and done any improvements to it, you’ve likely heard the term “builder grade” used in reference to home improvement products. You might not have stopped to think about, or ask about, what this term really means. It isn’t uncommon for homeowners to think of “builder grade” products as “builder’s choice” products—as in, the preferred products of builders. This is only true in the sense that builder grade products are more likely to be … [Read more...]

Window & Door Consumer Awards BM Windows the “2017 Best in Customer Service” Award for San Diego Replacement Window Companies

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Window & Door Consumer has named BM Windows in San Diego as the “Best in Customer Service” out of all of the independent window replacement companies in San Diego for 2017. With many years in the replacement window business in San Diego, BM Windows has built a solid reputation for putting their customers first and providing all-around excellent service! BM Windows sells high-quality, energy-efficient vinyl windows and patio doors and installs them using their own teams of professional … [Read more...]

Insulated Garage Doors, Worth It for San Diego Homeowners?

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Is it worth it for San Diego homeowners to insulate their garage door? Well—it depends. If your garage is attached to your home and it’s used as a primary entry and exit point of your home and if it faces the sun for extended time periods during the day, you might find the benefits of an insulated garage door worth the purchase cost. According to LiftMaster, 7 out of 10 homeowners use their garage door as the primary entry to their home. Standard, non-insulated garage doors are typically made … [Read more...]

JELD-WEN, a Door Manufacturer for San Diego Homeowners to Consider

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JELD-WEN was founded in 1960 by Richard “Dick” Wendt. With just 15 employees, the company began developing a reputation for manufacturing good replacement window and door products and soon began acquiring new facilities and expanding its product lines. Today the company employs 20,000 people worldwide and has manufacturing and distribution locations all across the U.S. and in more than 20 different countries across the globe. One of JELD-WEN’s latest door products is the Premium Wood swinging … [Read more...]

AMSCO Windows, a Window Manufacturer for San Diego Homeowners to Consider

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Headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, AMSCO has been providing vinyl and composite windows and doors for more than a half-century. All of AMSCO’s products are manufactured here in the United States, specifically in Salt Lake City, and all of their major product components are also manufactured in the U.S. as well. The company prides itself on staying on the cutting edge of the window and door industry, without cutting corners on quality. The company’s signature product lines are the Studio … [Read more...]

Window Tinting for Your San Diego Home

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You’ve probably heard of window tinting, but may associate it with cars. However, the windows in your home can also be tinted with special glass coatings that can make your San Diego home a more comfortable place to live, while saving you money at the same time. There are many benefits to residential window tinting and several San Diego companies that can install them for you. Here are a few of the benefits: Increased Energy Efficiency The reason most San Diego homeowners add window tinting … [Read more...]

Plantation Shutters Offer Elegance and Energy Savings for San Diego Homeowners

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Plantation shutters are becoming a popular option as a window treatment in San Diego homes. And it’s obvious why—they are both functional and attractive. Plantation shutters are considered an “upgrade” to most people in the housing market, so when it comes time to sell your San Diego home, you will have an edge on your competition. This makes plantation shutters a great investment in your home. Plantation shutters are made with slats that can be tilted open, either fully or partially, to … [Read more...]

The HERO Program To Help San Diego Homeowners Finance Replacement Windows

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Energy efficient replacement windows are an effective way to reduce energy costs and do your part to reduce electricity consumption in our San Diego communities. Did you know the HERO Program is available to San Diego area homeowners looking to finance energy efficient replacement windows. HERO is an acronym for Home Energy Replacement Opportunity. It’s a program that partners with your local San Diego government to offer a unique and affordable financing option for homeowners looking to make … [Read more...]

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