We talk a lot in this blog about the benefits of replacement windows, and there are many! But we wanted you to hear about the benefits from someone other than us, so we reached out to some home experts to see what they have to say about replacement windows and doors. We spoke with a San Diego real estate agent, an architect, and a home energy expert, who all gave their thoughts on replacement windows. The Benefits of Replacement Windows from a San Diego Realtor’s Perspective We asked Melissa Tucci, a top real estate broker and agent in San Diego with Coldwell Banker, about the effect that new windows have on the buying and selling process in her experience. Here’s what she had to say: “New, dual pane, energy-efficient windows make a big difference when selling a home because they create …
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BM Windows Publishes E-book to Inform San Diego Consumers About the Value of Replacement Windows
At BM Windows, we are always looking for new ways to educate our San Diego customers about replacement windows. Recently, we put together an e-book to inform people of the value associated with replacing the older windows in your home for new, energy-efficient vinyl windows. You can download the e-book for free. Unlike most home improvement projects, updating your windows actually saves you money, since it is an upgrade that increases your home’s energy efficiency. You could see energy savings of up to 15% if you are replacing single-pane windows with aluminum frames with double-pane vinyl windows! However, energy savings aren’t the only way replacement windows can add value to your San Diego home. As the e-book explains, you can also expect to receive a higher price for your home …
Common Replacement Window Sales Tactics to Watch Out For in San Diego
There are many replacement window companies in San Diego, making it a competitive industry. Because of this, many replacement window companies resort to high-pressure sales tactics or other sales methods to try to increase their chances of selling their products. While there’s nothing wrong with using certain tactics in order to make a sale, it is important for you, as a consumer, to know what is going on so you’re not caught off guard and so you don’t feel pressure to make a purchase before you are ready, or before you have had the chance to gather all the information necessary to make an informed decision. Below, we will explain some of the more common sales tactics used by replacement window and door companies (and home improvement companies in general), and what to do if you come …
BM Windows Lives Up to its Reputation for Carlsbad Customer
Earlier this summer, we were contacted by Fernando U. in Carlsbad, who needed replacement windows and doors for his home. He had seen all of the positive reviews of BM Windows on review sites like Yelp, but said he was “guarded” and even told his wife “They can’t be THAT good.” Well, after his experience with BM Windows, Fernando came back to Yelp to report that BM Windows is that good! Fernando writes, “From the get-go at my initial call, to scheduling a meeting, to installation, the process was pleasant.” How often do you hear people describe their interaction with a home improvement company as “pleasant?” Normally, you hear phrases like, “It was a such a hassle,” or “It took way longer and cost much more than I expected,” or “nobody ever shows up when they say they will.” At BM …
Replacement Windows and Doors in San Diego with UV Protection
We talk a lot on our website about energy efficiency in replacement windows and doors, as this is usually one of the main reasons people in San Diego choose to replace the windows and doors in their homes. But what about UV protection? How do you know if the replacement windows and doors you are purchasing will protect you and your home furnishings from the harmful effects of UV rays? The key to keeping UV rays out of your home is installing windows and glass patio doors with low emissivity glass (commonly known as Low E glass). Emissivity refers to the ability of a material (such as glass) to radiate energy. Replacement windows and doors with Low E glass are able to reflect both heat energy and UV rays, making them energy efficient, while at the same time protecting your home …
