Choosing Vinyl Double Pane Windows

Do You Still Have Old Single Pane Windows?

Maybe your old windows still operate and maybe they don’t. Some homes our professional consultants visit reveal energy leaking gaps with sagging sills, windows with a safety risk windows that do not open (a blocked emergency exit), and, of course, criminals love windows that don’t lock!

We often get questions like: “Can’t we just add dark film to improve energy efficiency?” Or, “What about adding solar screens?” After all, they’ve seen it advertised on TV!

Okay, in some cases, you will address part of the problem of solar heat gain but, these solutions don’t even come close to the efficiency, security, and safety benefits of new vinyl double pane windows!

What Makes An Energy Efficient Window?

• Frame Materials: You’ll be faced with choosing between aluminum, wood, and composite/fiberglass, and vinyl double pane windows. Our Anlin and Provia vinyl windows use ultra-premium vinyl which is much more weather and heat resistant than cheaper brands. With Provia, you have the options of wood clad vinyl (vinyl outside and wood inside). This allows even more flexibility if you desire wood but don’t like the on-going maintenance of wood exterior.
• Glass Unit: The glass unit is two (or more) panels of glass made into an airtight sandwich with a non-conducting spacer around the edges. Standard double pane windows have air space between the glass panes. Additional insulation can be gained by opting for gas fills like argon or krypton gas.
• Build Quality: Build quality varies from brand to brand. Vinyl and other frame materials vary between manufacturers. Most window styles are welded/bonded at the corners with aluminum being screwed together. High quality windows, like those from Anlin and Provia, have robust features like fortified lock rails, internal insulation, and superior weather stripping.
• Professional Installation: Before you can obtain a professional installation, you have to start with accurate measurements. Builder grade windows like those on the shelf at big box DIY stores are usually made in standard sizes to the 1/8″ accuracy. Installing these stock windows requires shimming and extra caulk. Vinyl double pane windows sold and installed by The Window Experts are measured in three places, minimum, to get a tight, leak-free installation. Long lasting high quality caulk is used that will last for years!

What Does Anlin Windows Offer that is unique?

Looking into the Del-Mar line of Anlin Windows, you notice two unique features. One is their Comfort-Core™ and the other is Inner-Core™. Comfort-Core includes low conductance green foam inserting in specific channels of the frame to increase the insulating factor. Inner-Core features ultra strong fiberglass inserts for extra insulation and extra strength where strength is important. Like at the locks for example!

What’s Unique About ProVia Vinyl Double Pane Windows?

ProVia’s Endure™ vinyl double pane windows are extremely weather resistant and energy efficient. The Endure™ line touts high quality superior weather ability, outstanding color retention, and the maximum number of window styles, glass packages and grid choices. You’ll choose from 10 interior colors/finishes, 4 standard exterior colors, and nearly 3 dozen custom and designer color choices!

Love The Look Of Wood But, Hate The Maintenance?

Having natural wood grain features in your home provides a warm and inviting look that is both elegant and stately. With ProVia’s Aeris™ line, you get the ultra premium vinyl on the outside…superior longevity and maintenance free windows. On the inside of your home, you’ll choose from three hardwood species (oak, cherry, maple), each having several stain color options. Or choose a softer species of wood as standard which offers 20 standard colors and 13 designer colors. With Aeris™, you almost never run out of options!

Time To Start Choosing Your Vinyl Double Pane Windows?

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