Spring is here! And so is the wind…
You don’t need a weatherman to know which way the wind blows. Shelter from the storm, isn’t that what we are all looking for? March and April in New Mexico is the wind season. Our gusty winds blow last year’s tumbleweeds down the street and also blow a lot of dust and pollen into our
Benefits of Energy Quest Vinyl Windows with the Warm Edge Spacer System
As you probably are aware of, a well-insulated window helps keep your home’s interior comfortable while reducing costs on heating and cooling bills, and we at Glass-Rite of New Mexico are proud to share the following energy saving features of our Energy Quest Vinyl Windows: Non-conductive and heavy duty 3 ¼ inch vinyl frame Fusion
How to find window replacement experts
Choosing the right window replacement professionals is important when shopping for window replacements. Glass-Rite, based in Albuquerque but serving all of New Mexico as well as Southern Colorado, are window replacement experts with 30 years of experience in manufacturing and installing custom aluminum and vinyl windows. With over 65% of our business resulting from referrals or
Keep the sparkle in your windows with simple maintenance tips from Glass-Rite
Today’s window replacements are an energy efficient way to increase the style, beauty, and functionality of a home. With proper maintenance windows can be trouble free for as long as you own your home. For 30 years, Albuquerque window replacement company Glass-Rite has specialized in manufacturing and installing a range of custom aluminum and vinyl
NFRC labels and how to use them when window shopping
Windows offer natural sunlight and a glimpse outdoors while keeping your home comfortably sealed against the elements and limiting the amount of ultra violet rays transmitted through the glass. When shopping for quality window replacements, look for the National Fenestration Registration Council (NFRC) label, which is a requirement for all New Mexico window replacements. We
What are Argon gas windows? Glass-Rite gives you the quick overview
You might have heard the term “argon gas” in connection to windows and wondered what gas has to do with a window being energy efficient. Just like heat conduction (or the transfer of heat) warms the handle of a cast iron skillet on a hot stove burner, it also “warms” window glass and air, which
The Scoop on Fiberglass Windows
When shopping for new windows for your home people quickly find out that it isn’t a simple choice. There are lots of products out there, and modern windows are made out of a variety of materials. One of the newly popular types is a fiberglass window, and here’s Glass-Rite’s advice when it comes to fiberglass
How to prevent condensation on the windows of your home
Modern home building materials including energy efficient windows “seal” a residence providing significant savings on heating and cooling bills. However these same advantages can result in an occasional increase of window condensation due to higher levels of indoor humidity. In this article we provide tips on preventing window condensation from the Albuquerque window replacement experts