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Why Vinyl Windows
Vinyl replacement windows are a great way to increase the resale value, curb-appeal, and style of your home. Early vinyl replacement windows were not very popular, but advances in design and improved technology have made vinyl windows a desirable addition to homes everywhere. Many of today’s replacement windows meet requirements that older wood-frame and metal windows couldn’t possibly match.
Frames
Probably the greatest benefit of today’s vinyl windows is the quality of construction. While some window companies install mechanically fastened units (meaning the frames are screwed together), ours are fusion-welded at the corners to form a structurally sound frame. The result is a strong, watertight, and airtight frame.
Another great benefit of vinyl windows is that they will never need sealing or painting, as traditional wood windows do. The vinyl window frames are extremely durable and will withstand fading and discoloration much better than wood frames.
The high quality of today’s vinyl windows offer superior security as well. PWS windows utilize a cam-style locking mechanism and we attach the keeper to a steel bar rather than just the vinyl.
Glass
Today’s vinyl replacement windows use high-grade products and ingenuity to deliver high-performance. Most vinyl windows use double-paned glass. These units create an insulation barrier of air, which provides protection from damaging elements, higher energy-efficiency, and greater sound protection.
These airtight layers of protection are key to the high standards of energy-efficiency that today’s vinyl replacement windows offer. Each manufacturer’s windows are submitted to an energy-efficiency test conducted by a government-backed program. These tests are meant to determine the window’s U-value, or U-factor.
The U-value is a measurement that represents the rate in which heat passes through the window. The lower the U-value assigned to the window, the lower the amount of heat allowed to pass through the window. The windows with the lowest U-value receive Energy-Star ratings, which qualify you for a tax rebate. These windows can offer tremendous savings on monthly electric bills, by keeping in heat or cool air.
At Power Windows and Siding, the combined effects of our Heat Shield ™, Duraglass™, and Sashlite® products result in U-Values among the best in the industry.
Ease of Use
The function of vinyl windows typically lasts longer than wood-frame windows. This is because wood will tend to swell and retract in reaction to changes in temperature and humidity. Over time, this swelling and retraction may cause the wooden window frame to become misshapen. If this happens, the window will become more difficult to slide or close properly. Our double-hung windows tilt-in for ease of cleaning, and the tilt mechanism is guaranteed for a lifetime.
Choice of Options
Vinyl replacement windows come in a large variety of styles, sizes, and colors. All replacement windows are custom-made in order to properly match your home’s existing windows, so size is no hindrance.
Replacement windows are available in many styles, including casement windows, double-hung windows, bay and bow windows, and sliders with two, three, or more sashes. At first, vinyl windows were only manufactured in white, but today we offer many color options to match the existing features of your home. Windows can be ordered with solid colors or two-toned, so you can have the same color on the outside while enjoying different colors in different rooms on the inside.
Vinyl windows offer the same style features found on other top-quality windows. Divided light grids, decorative glass, tilt-out sashes, and high-efficiency locking systems to name a few.
Value
Vinyl replacement windows offer many great values for your home. They are an excellent way to add value to your home, giving them a positive cost-to-benefit ratio. If you desire to add security, style, and savings to your home, vinyl replacement windows should be one of your first considerations. So What are You Waiting for, contact us today for a free estimate and demonstration.
If you are looking for replacement windows, vinyl siding,
gutter protection or entry doors, then please call us today at
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