The most popular window materials used today include wood, fiberglass, steel, aluminum, and vinyl. Some windows are a combination of materials. What you choose depends on your home and the features you are looking for. With so many combinations and options to choose from, you can basically custom-tailor your replacement windows to your specific needs and tastes.
If you are replacing windows in an older or historic home, you may want to go with historical accuracy and stay with wood and single-pane glass. (Be sure to check your historic district regulations for specifics – wood may be your only option.) If you want energy efficiency, then more panes of glass will be needed. If you just want a cost-effective replacement for a rental property, then the less-expensive vinyl windows might be the right choice.
Combination materials are good in climates that are very wide. In places like Minnesota, where the winters are very cold, and the summers can get very hot, a good wood window, wrapped in vinyl, stands up very well. The best way to find your perfect match is to speak with a replacement window professional in your local area. Based on experience, they can suggest climate-appropriate window solutions.
One thing that should also be considered is the product warranty. In some cases, if you don’t use a qualified window installer who is registered with the manufacturer, you may void the warranty. Most of these warranties have terms and conditions that must be met in order to keep them in effect. Reading the fine print before having windows and doors installed can help prevent misunderstandings and additional expenses later on. If you’re installing these products yourself, make sure that the factory warranties permit DIY or non-certified contractor installation; many factory warranties require installation by factory authorized installers only.
It is always best to take the time to shop for new windows and doors both online and in stores so that you can arrive at the best decision. Do somne research. Shopping around will help provide you with ideas and allows for side-by-side comparison of window and door styles. Contact Window Outfitters if you would like some more personal attention. 952-746-6661
Window Outfitters is a premier Window Replacement, doors, siding contractor and installer. As Contractor in the St Paul, Minneapolis, (Twin Cities) Minnesota (MN) metro, we proudly serve, but are not limited to, the following areas: Minneapolis Energy Efficient Vinyl Windows, Replacement Window Contractors Minnesota, Burnsville, Apple Valley, Lakeville, Savage, Bloomington, Edina, Richfield, Eagan, St Paul, Hastings, Minnetonka, Plymouth, Maple Grove, Eden Prairie, Farmington MN, Chaska, Shakopee, Chanhassen, Victoria, Mendota Heights Anderson Windows Minneapolis, Marvin Windows Minneapolis.
