Reducing energy loss is often the number one reason for purchasing replacement windows. Windows are roughly 80% glass, so it’s important to choose the ideal glass system for your home and climate. Upgrading to a high-performance insulated glass package with Low-E glass will help further increase year-round energy savings. Low-E (low-emissivity) glass features a virtually […]
Energy efficient windows are designed to keep cold air out and warm air in. These types of windows are multiple-glazed and they have low-E coatings. High quality edge spacers and frames are also commom with energy efficient windows. The advantages of energy efficient windows outweigh the disadvantages, but the downside to energy efficient windows is […]
Overall, the cost of replacement windows is worth the money you’ll spend—you’ll recoup about 70 to 80 percent of your costs on your home’s market value. So if your window replacement cost is $400, you can expect that to increase your home’s value by $280 to $320. To give you some perspective, replacing a home’s […]
Energy Star Rated Replacement Windows 1. Cash In Your Pocket The more energy efficient your windows, the better our home will be at storing the heating or cooling that you have within the home. Windows are the most common place for energy to escape, forcing your HVAC system to run more in a less efficient […]
Once upon a time, home owners shopped for single pane windows. Today, we are much more concerned with energy efficiency when we have a residential remodel. For starters, the traditional single window pane of clear glass offers little insulation against the cold of the winter and the heat of the summer. As you are shopping […]
When considering a window replacement project, here are 5 questions to make sure you are getting the team that will do the best job for your home. How long will the project take? A good crew should be able to install about 10 3×5 windows in a single day. It will take additional time for […]
You may be considering a window replacement project in your home. In previous blogs, we have shed light on the strong cost to value benefit for your home. Today’s article is intended to be a checklist of personal benefits you may receive from a window replacement project. Just like the roof, paint, appliances, flooring, shades […]
When you’re dreaming about home ownership, energy efficient, high performance windows may not be the first thing to come to mind. After you’ve purchased your home, however, your outlook will probably change. That second story pop-top may have made your fantasy wish list, but once you’re thinking in terms of return on investment, big-ticket items […]
At Clearwater Exteriors, we help our clients understand replacement windows every day. We often get asked about the energy efficiency labeling, energy star ratings, and how to understand what you are putting in your home when you do a window replacement project. This blog is intended to help you better understand the stickers you see […]
Moving beyond Vinyl White Windows: Timeless Exterior Color in Your Window Replacement As you consider your window replacement remodel, we want to help you navigate the choices ahead. We have helped many clients through this important selection process. This article will help you navigate the choices you will make with your designer. At Clearwater Exteriors, […]
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