There are numerous advantages to vinyl windows, whether in a new home or as replacements in older homes. Vinyl windows are a popular and economical alternative to aluminum, wood, and fiberglass, because they are energy efficient, easy to install, and effortless to maintain. One of the well-known advantages of vinyl windows is their superb degree of insulation. When compared with aluminum window frames, vinyl keeps in heat during winter but seals your rooms from heat during summer. Vinyl windows are made from a plastic called polyvinyl chloride, better known as PVC. This material has a high R-value, which is a numerical way of assessing the amount of insulation a material provides. An advantageous side effect of quality insulation is reduced energy costs through heaters, air conditioners, …
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A Focus on Replacement Windows and Doors for Commercial Facilities in San Diego
B.M. Windows has historically specialized in residential projects, but we are also involved in numerous commercial projects in San Diego. We would like to tell you about a few of the projects we are currently undertaking. We are proud to announce that we were awarded the opportunity to do a project for the Community Convalescent Hospital of La Mesa, replacing their windows and doors. We have also already completed a couple of apartment buildings in the downtown area. These apartment buildings are three story buildings with multiple units. B.M. Windows is currently involved in the process of replacing all the windows and doors in a downtown hotel as well. With the commercial projects we are involved in there are added responsibilities that we are confident in handling. We know that these …
How to Select the Right Patio Door for Your San Diego Home
When homeowners decide to change their windows they usually replace the patio doors as well. Sliding patio doors are usually more expensive than the windows so most people simply replace their old doors with new ones of the same size and type. But before deciding on your new doors you should consider the following options… There are several different types of doors available. Two panel sliding patio doors are most common. There are regular and French-style two panel sliders. Then there are 3 and 4 panel regular and French sliding patio doors. French sliding doors have a wider frame (about 4"), which when closed gives the impression of a Hinged French Door. You can also have a true Hinged French Door which may come with or without sidelights that can be operable or fixed. Screen doors …
Replacement Windows and Doors that May Improve Your Health
In light of the upcoming spring season, let's talk about some of the updates to our products. As of January 1, 2012 Anlin Catalina windows come with these new features: Built-in Integrated Screen Lift Rail: Catalina's screen lift rail is built into the actual frame as opposed to breakable plastic add-on tabs. The lift rail also runs the length of the frame, making it more convenient to operate and it distributes the lift weight evenly. New type of Weather Stripping: Triple-Fin Weather-strip with MICROBAN is a state of the art weather strip which features three fins, plush filler and durable backer all infused with MICROBAN antimicrobial protection. In lesser quality windows, you will typically only find one fin in their weather stripping. The MICROBAN antimicrobial protection inhibits …
Maintenance – Keeping Your Windows & Doors Clean
I have encountered several reasons why customers encounter problems with their windows or doors. One of the most common reasons for service calls is simply a lack of regular maintenance. Most companies want you to believe that vinyl windows and doors are virtually maintenance free. That is only half truth. Every manufacturer of vinyl windows and doors will recommend regular maintenance on their products. That is maybe more difficult that is seems. Everybody knows that you have to wash the windows. But how often are we really washing them? Probably not enough. For houses in a normal environment, it's recommended that windows and doors be washed every three months. Houses in environments with a higher risk, like those near the ocean, close to a highway, the inland desert, etc. are …
