As you look into replacement windows for your San Diego home, you will find out pretty quickly that there are many different styles of windows (not to mention many different brands, and within those brands, usually several different lines). There’s a lot to learn when you’re researching replacement windows. In this blog post, we will be highlighting one of the most popular styles of windows in San Diego homes: the double hung window. What Is a Double Hung Window? Put simply, a double hung window is a vertically oriented window (it’s taller than it is wide), with two panels, also known as sashes. Both the upper and the lower sashes are operable. The upper sash slides down to open, while the lower sash slide up to open. You can open one sash at a time, or both at the same time. A …
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Why Your Old Windows Are So Much Worse Than You Think
As a company that has been in the window business for a long time, we know that not everyone is sold on the idea of replacement windows. You may be one of those people who has wondered why anyone would spend their money on such a thing. If you are a homeowner, there are likely multiple home improvement projects on your list—and most of them are probably a lot more “fun” than replacement windows. Projects like remodeling a bathroom or landscaping your backyard may seem like they would be a lot more gratifying than getting new windows. They Are Energy Efficiency Killers If you’re spending a small fortune on your heating bills in the winter and your cooling bills in the summer, it probably has a lot to do with your old windows. Single pane windows with aluminum frames do very little to …
Quality Replacement Windows and Doors for Fallbrook Homes of all Sizes and Styles
For quality replacement windows and doors in Fallbrook, contact BM Windows. We have been doing business in Fallbrook and the surrounding areas for many years. Most of our replacement window and door products come with a lifetime guarantee, and we also provide a lifetime guarantee on the installation of our products! We offer free, in-home consultations for Fallbrook residents. Our prices are affordable, and our customer service is second to none! SELECTING A FALLBROOK REPLACEMENT WINDOW COMPANY If you are just starting your search for the best replacement window and door company in Fallbrook, we have put together a Replacement Home Windows Buying Guide. Many people have found it to be a helpful resource as they compare various replacement window and door companies in Fallbrook. …
BM Windows: A Replacement Window and Door Company for Hillcrest Homes
For an experienced, professional replacement window and door company in Hillcrest that offers quality products at affordable prices, contact BM Windows. Our friendly, knowledgeable staff can answer all your questions and schedule a free consultation in your Hillcrest home so you can see our products in person and receive a no-obligation estimate. We are known throughout San Diego for our excellent customer service, professional installation, and our selection of quality replacement window and door products. SELECTING A HILLCREST REPLACEMENT WINDOW COMPANY Know the differences between replacement window and door companies in Hillcrest before you buy! We have put together a Replacement Home Windows Buying Guide to help you through the process of researching and choosing the …
Why It’s Time to Replace Your Aluminum Frame Windows
With the population boom that took place during and after World War II, many new houses were built in San Diego County. Many of these houses had aluminum frame windows installed in them, as that was the frame material of choice at that time. Today, some post-war homes still have their original aluminum frame windows, and while those windows may have been great when they were new, they are likely showing their age in this century. Over time, aluminum frames tend to get dented and bent. This can make windows and sliding patio doors difficult to open and close, which can be frustrating. Bent or dented frames can also allow in unwanted air from the outside. In addition, older windows may not have locking mechanisms, or those locking mechanisms may be broken by now, which can make them …
