Recently, BM Windows installed replacement windows in the home of Joshua Mickels, a retired United States Marine who is living in San Diego. As we got to know Mickels a little bit, he told us about a new initiative he was undertaking to help victims affected by national disasters: Operation Resilient Response (ORR). We were so impressed with what they are doing that we wanted to share it you! In short, ORR is an organization that brings together veterans and law enforcement officers and sends them to affected areas to provide help during the immediate aftermath of a disaster. Mickels grew up in Louisiana and knows the devastating effects natural disasters can have on a region. He had family members who lost their homes during Hurricane Katrina, and his own home was damaged as well. …
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The ROI of Replacement Windows in San Diego (Updated Numbers for 2024)
In this blog post, we want to talk about the return on investment (ROI) for replacement windows in San Diego. In other words: how much of the project’s cost you can expect to recoup when you eventually sell your home. Now, we fully realize that not every homeowner in San Diego is looking for a return on their investment when it comes to replacement windows. Some are looking to make their homes more energy efficient, or they are looking to improve their home’s curb appeal, and they don’t really care if they get any of their money back. Or they are planning to stay in their home for the foreseeable future and therefore aren’t thinking about ROI at all. But for those in San Diego who are concerned with ROI, we have some good news about replacement windows: it is one of the best home …
Start the Window Replacement Process Now for 2024 Tax Savings
Tax season is a long way away—especially for those people who wait until the last minute to file. But now is the time to start thinking about reducing your tax bill by taking advantage of the federal tax credits available for qualified energy efficiency home improvements. The federal government is looking to incentivize homeowners to make their homes more energy efficient, which is great news for San Diego homeowners who were already considering door and window replacement for their homes! Homeowners who install replacement windows and doors can claim up to $1,100 in tax credits (up to $600 for replacement windows and up to $500 for exterior doors). However, here’s the important thing to know: If you want the tax credit to be applied to your 2024 tax return, the project must be …
Why Are Vinyl Windows So Popular in San Diego?
You may have noticed through your research, or just by observing the homes around you, that vinyl windows (windows with vinyl frames) are extremely popular in San Diego homes. This is for many very good reasons. At BM Windows, we have chosen to only offer vinyl windows at our replacement window company because of all the benefits that vinyl frames offer San Diego homeowners. In this blog post, we’ll explain why. Vinyl Windows Give San Diego Homeowners the Most Bang for Their Buck Vinyl windows provide homeowners with that sought-after combination of high performance, durability, and affordability. As a material, vinyl is a poor conductor of heat. In other words, it does not easily allow heat to transfer through it. When used as a frame material in windows, vinyl helps insulate a …
Monte Verde Windows: Standard Features and Optional Upgrades for San Diego Homes
Monte Verde windows are a great brand of windows for San Diego homeowners who are looking for a budget-friendly, but still high-quality, set of replacement windows for their homes. Here at BM Windows, we’ve been selling Monte Verde products for many years, and our customers love them! Just because Monte Verde windows are affordable doesn’t mean they are bare bones! Monte Verde windows come standard with many great features and can also be customized by upgrading them with one or more of the available options. Read on to find out more about what comes standard with Monte Verde windows, and what upgrades are available. Monte Verde Windows’ Energy-Saving Features Every Monte Verde replacement window comes standard with their patented SolarGuard technology package. This includes …
