Simonton windows have gained quite a reputation in the replacement window industry. They were one of the first window companies to start manufacturing vinyl windows, and today, that’s all they do. Simonton is a well-known brand owned by a very large company (Ply Gem) that manufactures a wide range of exterior home improvement products, from siding to roofing to rain gutters. “Simonton Windows Must Be Good Because They’re So Popular” This is an assumption many consumers make—if a product is well known, it must be good. Being owned by a such a large company means that Simonton products have a powerful marketing team behind them. They do a lot of advertising, and as a result, have a lot of name recognition. In addition, their products are sold in Home Depot stores around the country, so …
San Diego Window and Door Products
BM Windows sells window and door products that are designed specifically for the San Diego climate. They help keep homes cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter, which helps lower your monthly energy bills. Our top-quality brands are highly rated among industry experts, as well as everyday homeowners for their looks, energy-efficiency, and sound suppression. All of our San Diego window and door products come with a lifetime warranty, which covers them in the case of defects for as long as you own your home!
In the pages and blog posts below, you will find a ton of great information about the window and door products we sell and the benefits they offer to San Diego homeowners. If, after reading about our products, you still have questions, one of the helpful and knowledgeable team members at BM Windows can answer them. They can even help you compare our window and door products to other products sold throughout San Diego.
Replacement Windows Versus Windows for New Construction: What’s the Difference?
If you are just beginning your research into new windows for your home, you may not know that there are two different types of windows: replacement windows and windows made for new construction. Replacement windows are also known as retrofit windows, and are the type of windows we specialize in at BM Windows. How Do I Know if I Need Replacement Windows or New Construction Windows? Very simply put: new construction windows are designed for new builds or additions, while replacement windows are normally installed in homes with already existing window openings. Windows for new construction are nailed directly into the studs of a home using a nail fin frame when it is being built, which helps make the window airtight and waterproof. Replacement windows, on the other hand, are designed to …
Customizing Replacement Window Grids Adds Instant Character to San Diego Homes
Adding grids to your replacement windows is one of the easiest ways to help your home stand out in your neighborhood. But did you know that BM Windows offers customizable window grids for an even more unique look? Before we talk about ways to customize your replacement window grids, let’s look at some of the standard patterns we offer (which are also great choices for many San Diego homes). Colonial Grid Patterns By far the most common grid pattern we see in the replacement windows we install in San Diego is the Colonial pattern. It looks like a checkered pattern, visually splitting the windowpane into several smaller panes—usually six. It gives homes a more traditional look, mimicking the look of older windows that were actually made up of multiple smaller pieces of glass that were …
