Maintaining your replacement windows by Glass-Rite
Windows provide outdoor views, sunlight, and ventilation. But did you know 10-25% of energy can escape through outdated windows? Whether it’s time to invest in replacement windows, or maintain newer energy-efficient windows, we at Glass-Rite want to help. Serving New Mexico and Southern Colorado, Glass-Rite has been manufacturing and installing energy saving replacement windows for […]
Aluminum Replacement Windows Still Popular!
Aluminum window frames continue to be popular in New Mexico, and we still manufacture Commercial grade Bronze Aluminum windows here in Albuquerque. The Bronze frames are recognizable and common in many parts of our state. In some cases we come across homes that still have well insulated Aluminum windows that were put in many […]
Made in New Mexico, for New Mexico
Made In New Mexico, For New Mexico Glass-Rite has been doing business in New Mexico for nearly 30 years now and we have always made windows that are designed to function well in our unique climate. When we made the decision to upgrade our vinyl window line we took a hard look at what features […]
Why Install Sliding Glass Patio Doors?
Have you thought about renovating your home recently, but thought it was just too big of a project to take on? That doesn’t necessarily have to be true. There are many small, fairly inexpensive ways to brighten your home and increase its value. One of those is by installing sliding glass patio doors as they […]
Glass-Rite in Albuquerque answers the question “what are thermally broken Aluminum windows?”
One of Glass-Rite’s most popular products is thermally broken aluminum frame windows and in this article we explain what the term really means and the benefits of these windows. Thermally broken refers to how the window is constructed. More precisely, it is manufacturing the aluminum frame window with a barrier in between the inside and […]
Vinyl windows Vs Fiberglass windows
Investing in replacement windows for a home is something that homeowners should not take lightly. Windows and doors do affect the feel and design of your home, but they also are a functional element. The greatest contributors to heat loss in your home are usually your doors and windows, so the insulating factors of new replacements […]
An overview of different window styles
When you are looking at replacing the windows in your home, there are many options to consider. Things like the opening size, architectural style of your home and personal preferences, all impact what you’ll end up with. In this article, we wanted to provide a general overview of the options that are out there so […]
Argon Gas insulated windows and why they are awesome
In this article we will discuss insulated glass units and the use of Argon Gas as a means of insulation. But why is having a gas filled glass unit so important? Does Argon gas insulation really make that much of a difference? Absolutely, and here is why. From the Greek word argos (meaning inactive or […]
Ideas for creating a personal style using Jeld Wen patio door options
Installing patio doors in your home is a great way to let more light in as well as creating interesting vistas from any room of the house. Glass-Rite offers a large selection of patio doors from Jeld-Wen, which makes it easy for our customers to find their own individual style and statement. First of all, […]
Get the right glass
You can spend a lot of money on the very best glass, but if it isn’t the right kind for your needs, it may still not do the job and you will have wasted money. Nobody wants that! All modern replacement windows have insulated glass units instead of single panes of glass. Insulated glass units […]