Builder Grade Replacement Windows
They can be custom made to the dimensions of your existing home windows.
Builder grade replacement windows. Replacement windows come in many sizes and shapes. The big loser of course is the homeowner who may have to deal with poorly made windows flimsy hinges poor gas fills warped or bowed frames faulty balances clunky opening and closing any of the the myriad. Replacement windows deliver high performance and energy efficiency. Both the top and bottom sashes are operable and tilt inside allowing for easier cleaning.
This provides a clean energy efficient result. It comes from the fact that many builders and developers purchase a low end window model or series to put into new developments as a way to save themselves many thousands of dollars. This can cause the window to become out of square and to leak air. The issues are the result of both the quality of the window themselves and the assembly line style installation.
These windows pose a variety of problems. Our flush fin option allows our windows to be installed from the exterior of a home into an existing window frame. Builder or contractor grade windows usually are found in the most common types such as fixed windows single hung double hung sliders and casement windows. Now that the old window has been removed the new window can be installed into the 3 5 pocket.
These are availble in white tan or beige bronze and in some cases sandstone or adobe colored. No need to cut back stucco or siding refinish interior trim or replace blinds and window coverings. Additional advancements include low e coating. For replacement or retrofit.
Technology is continually improving with many replacement windows offering double or triple panes of glass. The fin covers the old window frame. They are a popular choice because they save builders money. Low e film on the glass to protect against uv rays and argon or krypton gas inside the window unit usually will be standard.
The 3520 series double hung replacement windows are energy star rated with low e and argon gas. Builder grade windows is an industry term that refers to a low quality stripped down window. Our new construction windows are designed for simple installation during new construction. They may have optional between glass muntins and window screens.
According to boyes choosing quality windows plus expert installation would generally run anywhere from 500 to 1 200 for each unit depending on the style. Builders grade windows are installed with nailing fins and as the home settles the window will move with the framing of the house. A full screen comes with the double hung windows.