What to Expect When Buying Glass-Rite Windows
Your Questions Answered: What to expect when buying Glass-Rite windows What kind of windows do I want? Windows are no longer just a piece of glass with a wood frame. It’s 2020, we’ve made huge technological advances since the 1920’s. Whether you’re looking to replace your windows for aesthetic reasons or to save money on […]
Cost vs Value Study 2020
Each year Remodeling Magazine publishes an updated Cost vs. Value study. This study touches on a variety of different home improvement project costs and the value they can add to your home. (and wallet) Out of 22 basic home improvement projects, replacing windows with vinyl ranks as the fifth most beneficial project in terms of […]
Low E Windows: Hard Coat vs. Soft Coat
How to Clean Your Windows Like a Pro
What The Fog?! Tips To Reduce Fog On Your Windows
The only thing fog is good for is when you want to write weird things on the inside of bus windows. That’s it; nothing else. When condensation appears on windows, it’s mainly due to a lack of airflow throughout a home/space. By increasing airflow throughout your home, the likelihood of condensation forming can be mitigated. […]
Interpreting the NFRC Label
What is the NFRC? The National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC) is responsible for establishing benchmark performance ratings for all energy-efficient windows, doors, and skylights. NFRC labels allow customers to compare various energy-efficient products across the board. To some, the NFRC label is an important factor when purchasing a new window. But to many, the NFRC […]
The Science Behind Glass-Rite Windows: Solarban® Technology
With Fall just around the corner, it’s time to start asking yourself if your windows are sufficient enough to make it through the colder months. Glass-Rite’s energy-efficient, Low-E replacement windows will help you save on energy costs throughout the year. Whether you’re cooling your house in the Summer, or using your heating system in the […]
Vinyl Windows Vs. Wood Windows
In the last 25 years or so, wood windows dropped from almost half of all windows sold to less than 20%. Guess which material took wood’s place? Vinyl. That doesn’t necessarily mean that wood windows are lower quality than vinyl or more difficult to deal with. Both wood and vinyl have strong points. Wood windows […]
Window Replacement: 5 Questions Before You Buy
5 Questions Before You Buy: What kind of windows am I getting? This may seem like an easy one, but there are a lot of products out there! Make sure the window you are being quoted on is not only the one you want aesthetically, but the one that will best suit all your home’s […]
Is it OK to install windows when it’s cold outside?
Even in a mild New Mexico winter, many homeowners see the highest energy bills of the year, due to drafty old windows. Because we understand that there is a special need for replacement windows in the coldest seasons, Glass-Rite installs beautiful new replacement windows year-round. Our Energy Quest vinyl windows are energy efficient, and will […]