New windows and doors are an investment in your home, which, if made wisely, increases its value. At the same time, new windows cut your energy bills, increase your comfort, […]
There are a number of interactive factors which all work together to determine the energy efficiency of a window or door. 1) Measurement Values: R-value and U-factor are the two […]
Not all contractors are created equal, and our biggest pet peeve is those companies is they take advantage of an unknowing consumer. In entering into most home improvement projects, the […]
Window performance standards define window products by Performance Class (residential, light commercial, commercial, heavy commercial, and architectural) and Performance Grade (15, 20, 25, etc.). Local building codes likely define the […]
While product selection is important, your choice of a contractor will ultimately determine the success and enjoyment of your project. While many homeowners spend time doing product research, very few […]
The profile design and methods of assembly determine the strength of a window. Just as beams or roof trusses are designed for specific mechanical loads, so are window shapes. The […]
Energy Swing Windows, a supplier of custom made residential replacement windows in Murrysville, PA, has been awarded a 2015 Guildmaster Award for exceptional customer service. Guild Quality, an independent customer […]
I’ve probably been asked “how tall are you?” somewhere between 50,000 and 150,000 times in the last 40+ years. And yes, I did play basketball—the second-most common question I get asked—even though […]