There are several benefits to upgrading your residential windows beyond the increased energy efficiency you will enjoy. Not only will this give your home a whole new look, but it will make it more comfortable and quiet as well.
The windows in a home are the prime area where cracks and holes can allow the air to escape outside or to enter the home. That makes it much more difficult to efficiently heat or cool your home.
Shatterproof glass has a piece of plastic sandwiched between two glass panes, giving homes an extra level of security against break-ins and severe weather. This window glass is two to four times stronger than standard window glass.
If you are not able to use shades or awnings for your windows, you can select windows whose glass is coated with special glazing systems that aid in the blocking of the sun’s heating rays with minimal impact on the amount of light let in or the spectral quality of the light.
Real estate agents say improvements such as new windows immediately boost the curb appeal of your home and can result in more interest and a better price offered by prospective buyers.
Bow windows are similar to bay windows, but combine a rounded curve and typically include four or five windows to create the “bowed” look.
