We recently completed a project for East Bluff subdivision in Del Mar. Working closely with the Home Owner’s Association (HOA) we installed new windows and doors for eight residences, 70 windows and 25 patio doors in total. As we discuss in the second section of our Replacement Home Windows Buying Guide, it’s important to investigate any HOA concerns when considering new windows or doors. It’s common for San Diego area HOA’s to require pre-approval regarding style, materials and installation practices. In this case, we worked directly with the HOA to simplify the process for homeowners and ensure a well-planned installation schedule. As one of the more affluent coastal communities in San Diego County, Del Mar is well-known for having strict requirements regarding the look of homes and …
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Condensation and Moisture on Replacement Windows and Doors in San Diego
Moisture or Condensation Observed on the Exterior of the Building Condensation on the exterior surface of a replacement window or door is NOT an indicator of a defective product or an issue with the installation. Exterior condensation is typically caused by ambient humidity, bushes near the windows, sprinklers or other moisture sources. In most cases the best remedy is to open the windows so that the temperature on the inside and outside surfaces can even out. Ultimately, the cause of condensation is a difference in temperature between the inside and outside surfaces. Please be aware that condensation on the window’s surfaces will not cause damage. …
Window and Door Repair, Replacement and Service Options from Your San Diego Window Company
As a top window company in San Diego we are often asked about the range of our services. In short, we are replacement window and door specialists providing vinyl replacement products for San Diego County residences and businesses. We handle all phases of your project in-house, from in-home consultation, product selection, installation and maintenance service. We do not outsource the sales process or the installation process. Please continue reading for answers to common questions regarding window and glass repair, maintenance and service. …
Am I Required to have an Egress Window in the Bedroom of My San Diego Home?
Egress (emergency escape and rescue) windows are windows in the bedroom which allow the homeowner to escape through that window in case of fire. The egress windows can also be used by fire-fighters to enter the bedroom and carry somebody out. There are specific requirements for egress window. Let me explain egress windows using the following example. Let's say you have an old house and you would like to replace your windows. You get a couple of estimates and find out that your windows are not up to code (egress code). If you are replacing the windows using the retrofit style, you do not have to replace them with egress windows, because the code was not in place when the house was built. However, if you choose to have windows installed using newer construction methods, with collapsing …
How to Choose the Best San Diego Window Contractor for Your Project
When you make the decision to replace your old windows or doors with new replacement vinyl products, it is very important to choose the best San Diego contractor for your job. Starting with the best contractor will ensure that all the many pieces involved in the process come together flawlessly. Your first step in this multi step process is to decide whether you are going to buy the windows or doors yourself and have a contractor install them, or hire a contractor that can supply the products you need and provide the installation as well. I would strongly recommend the second option. It is always better to hire one contracting company to do your entire job. This gives you the advantage of making sure that if there are any problems you can go right to the source, rather than getting …
