Earlier this month we celebrated Veterans Day. Being located in San Diego, a city with a substantial military presence, we are especially aware of and grateful for our country’s veterans, as well as the amazing men and women currently serving in the U.S. military. Those who have sacrificed so much to protect our liberties and way of life deserve our gratitude—and not just one day a year, but every day. At BM Windows, we have always supported those in the military by offering a military discount on replacement windows and doors, but we want to do more in the coming year. We are looking for a local San Diego nonprofit organization to partner with. We would love to find a reputable organization that provides assistance to local veterans in need, disabled veterans, or the families of fallen …
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Happy Thanksgiving from Your San Diego Replacement Window Specialists
At BM Windows, we love this time of year! The holiday season is coming into full swing and we get to dedicate some time to reflect on the things we are thankful for. As we look back at this past year, we are especially thankful for several things: Our Great San Diego Customers We love our customers! We have had the pleasure of working with more than 700 San Diego families this year for replacement windows and doors—and the year is not even over yet. We enjoy all the people we get to meet by working in this industry. We also enjoy helping them select the perfect replacement window and door products for their San Diego homes and making their homes more comfortable, livable spaces for them to enjoy. We are thankful for the steady stream of referrals we get from past customers. So …
A Guide to Winter Maintenance for San Diego Replacement Window Customers
It’s winter in San Diego, which brings colder temperatures and (usually) increased rainfall. When it comes to your replacement windows, there are a couple of problems that can occur during the cold and rainy season. However, both have simple remedies that any homeowner can do on their own in a matter of minutes, and without any special tools. Condensation on Your Replacement Windows When the outside temperature drops, there is often an increase in condensation on the interior glass of replacement windows, which makes windows cloudy. This occurs when there is excess water vapor in the air. When the moist air comes in contact with a cold surface, like window glass, condensation occurs. The humidity inside your home can be caused by a number of everyday activities, including showering, …
What Home Experts Have to Say About Replacement Windows for San Diego Homeowners
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 …
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 …
