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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...]

Energy Efficient Windows Guide for San Diego Homeowners: What is Low-e Glass and How Does it Work?

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San Diego homeowners in the market for energy efficient replacement windows have certainly encountered the term low-e glass. We know low-e glass is a contributing factor in making the window energy efficient, but what does low-e mean and how does it work? Let’s start with light, specifically sunlight, which we have no shortage of here in San Diego. There are three basic types of light: ultraviolet light, visible light, and infrared light. Ultraviolet light is the type of light that causes … [Read more...]

Window Materials: What Type is Best For San Diego Homeowners?

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There are many different types of replacement windows made with all kinds of different materials, but what is best for your San Diego home, and what is the difference between the most common types of materials used in replacement windows? Read on to learn more about the advantages and disadvantages associated with some of the materials used in replacement windows so you can make an informed decision when purchasing. Vinyl Windows Vinyl replacement windows are popular with many San Diego … [Read more...]

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...]

Benefits of a Security Screen Door for San Diego Residents

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Security screen doors are a great option for San Diego residents who would like to add an additional layer of security to their homes. Usually made from steel or aluminum, these doors are available for purchase from local San Diego door retailers, as well as custom made by smaller manufacturers. Here are the benefits a residential security screen door can offer a San Diego resident: Security As the name implies, security screen doors provide security in the form of a reinforced frame, … [Read more...]

Solar Window Screens Reduce Energy Costs for San Diego Homeowners

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The summer months in San Diego are hot, especially in the inland and valley areas of our community. Aggressive estimates claim that up to 40 percent of a home’s heat is the result of sunlit window space and around 50 percent of a household utility cost be can be attributed to fighting this source of heat. Air conditioners work overtime to cool our San Diego homes while heat seeps into our window spaces, but there is a relatively inexpensive solution: solar window screens. Solar window screen … [Read more...]