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 …
energy efficient replacement windows san diego
Most San Diego homeowners who are looking to replace their windows are doing so because they want to improve their home’s energy efficiency. The replacement windows we sell at BM Windows all come standard with insulating technology built in. They include two panes of Low-E glass, vinyl frames, warm-edge spacers, and more. You can also choose to upgrade your windows with additional energy-saving features, such as Argon gas in between the two panes of glass. But even if you choose to go with the standard options, your new windows will make your home more energy-efficient, saving you money on heating and cooling costs every month!
If you have questions about how to compare the various energy efficient replacement windows and doors in San Diego, our team is happy to help! At your in-home or in-store appointment one of our helpful team members can answer any questions you have and help you select the best options for your specific San Diego home. You can also read the blog posts below to learn more about energy efficient replacement windows and doors.
If Your San Diego Home Was Built before 1990, We Should Talk about Replacement Windows
By now, a lot of the older homes in San Diego have had their windows replaced, but what about the not-so-old, but not-really-new-anymore-either homes? We’re talking about homes built prior to 1990. Some of those would likely benefit greatly from window replacement as well! Window technology has come a long way in the last 30 years or so. Yes, dual pane windows were around back then, but they weren’t nearly as energy efficient as they are today. If you suspect that your windows are letting in outside heat, or that the air conditioning you are paying top dollar for is escaping out of your windows, it could be time to consider replacement windows. Here are a few ways window technology has improved since the 1990s: Low-E Glass to Help Prevent Heat Transfer One of the features that …
Do Retrofit Windows Make San Diego Homes More Energy Efficient?
Did you recently buy a new home in the San Diego area and notice over the summer how hot the inside of your home got? Or, maybe you’ve been living in the same San Diego home for many years now and have been suffering during the summer months or running your air conditioner almost constantly. Installing retrofit windows in your San Diego home is often one of the best things you can do to make your home more energy efficient. Are Retrofit Windows and Replacement Windows the Same Thing? We use the term “replacement windows” on our website a lot. That is because that is the term most people are familiar with, but “retrofit windows” are the same thing. The two terms are interchangeable. Both refer to new windows that are installed within the existing window frames in a home. You can …
How Important Are Energy-Efficient Windows in San Diego?
As pretty much everyone is well aware, San Diego has one of the best climates in all the world. With its mild winters, hot (but not too hot) summers, and relatively small amount of rainfall, it’s no wonder that San Diego is consistently rated one of the best places in the world to live with regard to weather. So, given San Diego’s mild climate, it shouldn’t matter how energy-efficient your windows are, right? Why Energy-Efficient Windows in San Diego Are Important While temperatures on the coast tend to not get too high or too low, inland, they can get into the triple digits during the summer months. In the winter, temperatures can fall below freezing on some evenings. It’s during those times that homeowners want energy-efficient windows in their San Diego homes. This is …
Why Are Most Replacement Windows in San Diego Dual Pane?
If you’ve done any research at all into replacement windows in San Diego, you’ve probably noticed that the vast majority of the windows sold in the area are dual pane windows. You may have asked yourself if dual pane windows are really necessary. Or you may have wondered, if dual pane windows are good, are triple pane windows even better? Many older homes in San Diego have windows with only one pane of glass within the window frame. This was pretty standard for homes that were built prior to the 1970s and 1980s, but there are some great reasons to consider replacing those single pane windows with dual pane windows. Here are a few of them: The Energy-Saving Benefits of Dual Pane Windows Replacing your single pane windows with dual pane windows can make a huge difference in how …
