El Niño is upon us, as evidenced by the severe rain, thunderstorms, and wind-driven rain we saw this past week in San Diego. Since all of the experts are calling for a rainy winter and spring, we thought it would be a good idea to post some information about how to prepare your replacement windows and doors for the rainy season in San Diego. The first thing to do is check that the weep holes in your replacement windows and doors are clean and free of debris. Weep holes are the small holes located on the exterior frame of your vinyl replacement windows and doors. They allow any water that is collected in the window to drain out, preventing water damage. Often, dirt, leaves, small sticks or other debris will collect in the weep holes and keep the water from draining. They can be cleaned …
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Easy-to-Clean Replacement Windows and Doors for San Diego Homeowners
When many of our customers decide it’s time to replace the windows and doors in their San Diego homes, they choose to add windows and patio doors that are larger than the ones they are replacing. They may go from a standard two-panel patio door to a three- or even four-panel sliding door that spans an entire room. Or they choose to add a large picture window to the front of the house, or add additional windows. Adding large or additional windows can increase the architectural interest of the home, as well as bring more natural light to the inside. However, more windows means more glass surface area, which also means more glass to clean. We’ve never met anyone that actually likes to clean glass. Fortunately, one of our preferred replacement window and door manufacturers, …
Lakeside Customer Happy with Replacement Window Price and Products
Last month, we installed 18 replacement windows in the home of Sandra S. from Lakeside, California. Before she called us, Sandra had gotten several other quotes from San Diego replacement window companies and she says BM Windows’ prices “beat them by a mile, with a better product as well.” At BM Windows, we offer high-quality windows at affordable prices every day. You don’t have to wait for seasonal sales or special promotions to get a great price. We also have honest, upfront pricing. You won’t get any surprises on your final invoice when the job is done. Sandra also mentioned that at her consultation, BM Windows owner Michal went over everything thoroughly. We do this with every customer because we want you to understand our products, pricing and process before you buy from us. We …
Understanding Glazing Systems in Replacement Windows
Many of the homeowners we work with are shopping for replacement windows and doors for the first time and are under the assumption that any replacement window or door product they have installed in their San Diego home will make their home more energy efficient. And while it’s true that even entry-level dual pane windows are more energy efficient than most of the original windows in older homes, there are different levels of energy efficiency based on the materials used and the construction of the window products, and those differences can make a dramatic difference! Recently, we added a page to our website that outlines the differences in several of the more common types of glazing systems in replacement windows and doors. Glazing systems are the panes of glass, gas fillings, spacers, …
Multiple Color Options Available for San Diego Replacement Windows and Doors
At BM Windows, we are happy to offer many replacement window and door options to meet the needs of all of our San Diego customers. So in addition to the various styles and sizes of windows we offer (including custom), we also offer exterior color options for some of the product lines we sell. Windows with colored frames aren’t for everyone—the majority of our customers still choose white or tan—but for the homeowner that wants a unique, custom look, and a home that stands out from other homes on the street, they can be a great option. We recently created a page on our website so you can see the color options available in the Bay View and Anlin replacement windows and doors we sell. Both companies have 12 exterior color options, in addition to the standard white and tan, including …
