A new patio door can be a great addition to any home, and there are a lot of choices out there. So, which patio door is right for you? Vinyl Patio Doors - As the least expensive and most energy efficient option, more people these days are putting vinyl sliding patio doors in their homes. Vinyl patio doors are lighter weight than the older aluminum sliding doors, and the frames are much more energy efficient. One of the major benefits of vinyl patio doors … Continue reading →

              The first cold snap hits!  The windows fog up and water drips down the glass.  Don’t worry, this is not and indication that your windows have failed.  The moisture on the glass is condensation, a natural occurrence that in most cases can be eliminated.  Condensation occurs when excess humidity in the air comes up against a cool surface.  The glass in windows and patio doors provides a cooler surface that can show the first signs of condensation.  This … Continue reading →

When you are considering installing a new or replacement window, it is important to consider the following factors: energy efficiency, style, durability, and maintenance. It’s also important to consider climate, and here in New Mexico, we know climate makes a big difference! While vinyl and aluminum windows each have their pros and cons, let’s review the differences to help you make an informed decision. Vinyl window frames are the most popular Glass-Rite windows. The reason being is that they are incredibly energy efficient; … Continue reading →

Over the past 12 years Glass-Rite has installed well over 60,000 Glass-Rite Energy Star windows. We estimate that these windows have saved our customers the equivalent of almost 70 million KWH of power as well as almost $6 million dollars in energy expense and prevented 82 million pounds of CO2 emissions. Because of the Energy Star rating our product carries, our windows are built specifically to reduce use of heating and cooling appliances. This saves our customers money right away … Continue reading →