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If you have noticed that your heating and cooling bills are more expensive than they used to be, your HVAC system may not be at fault. Older windows can actually let 10-25% of your climate-controlled air out of your house, driving up your monthly costs. Installing new replacement windows in your San Jose home can save you money and improve your home’s aesthetics.
Energy-efficient windows will make you more comfortable throughout the year and offer you up to a 90% return on investment. When you understand terms like U-factor, solar heat gain coefficient, and visible transmittance, you’ll be able to make an educated decision about the replacement windows that are right for you. Take a look at this? Five Star Windows [INFOGRAPHIC] to learn more about energy-efficient replacement windows. Please share with your family and friends to help everyone keep their money where it belongs—in their wallets!
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Whether you are building a new home or updating an existing one, finding the right windows to fit the design you want is key. Make sure you’re equipped with the best possible windows for years to come by following these tips.
Picking the Right Style
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Today’s windows come in a range of styles to meet the design of any home. If you’re aiming to achieve a classic look, you can’t go wrong with double-hung windows. A modern alternative to single-hung windows, double-hung windows give you the flexibility to keep your home well ventilated, while achieving a timeless charm. For more modern designs, minimalist fixed picture windows and unadorned sliders could be your best options.
Considering Energy Efficiency
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If you’re aiming to reduce your energy bills, energy efficiency should be a key factor in your choice of a window. You’ll want to layout your windows in such as way that solar heat gain is maximized when it’s cold outside and minimized on hot days. Additionally, paying attention to the U-Factor rating of your window will help you keep heat and cooling loss to a minimum. Look for double-pane windows with U-factors of .35 or less for optimal energy efficiency.
Finding a Skilled Installation Service
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Of course, your new windows will only be as effective as the service that installs them. Before you choose a window installation company, make sure that its workers are properly trained and certified, and that it backs all of its work and materials with strong warranties. In addition, you may want to ask your service about a recent project it has completed to get a better sense for its strengths and abilities.
If you’re in need of a window replacement or installation, contact Five Star Windows. From our Campbell location, we serve homeowners throughout the San Jose area. Call us today at (408) 385-9867 to request a free estimate.
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For many homeowners, unlocking windows can be unnecessarily difficult. That’s especially true for people with arthritis and other mobility issues who rely on simple ways to open and close windows, doors, and other components throughout the home.
With its SmartTouch™ technology, Milgard has done its part to simplify the window lock. Rather than require you to pinch, twist, or unlatch a window, Milgard has provided a lock that operates with one effortless motion. Watch this video to learn more.
To install a new Milgard window in your home, contact Five Star Windows. We sell and install the finest window brands for homeowners throughout the San Jose area. To learn more about our selection, call us today at (408) 385-9867.
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We replaced our windows nine years ago with simonton windows as recommended by Five Star Windows. Our windows continue to work wonderfully. Five Star had competitive pricing and a very helpful staff. They were quick, clean and reliable.
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Windows are a key element of the design, energy efficiency, and even the indoor noise level of your home. For quality window products and skilled installation services in the San Jose area, contact Five Star Windows at (408) 385-9867. You can learn more about the role of windows by reading the following resources:
Get a head start on the window replacement process by reading this useful guide from Kiplinger.
Are your windows fully covered by warranties? Learn more about the importance of warranties from Milgard.
Too much noise your home can be unhealthy, according to this advice column from the National Post.
Milgard offers insight into how windows can impact indoor noise in this article.
Find out how to reduce noise through windows from the San Francisco Chronicle.
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