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Low-E Glass Windows. What are they?

Windows come in all shapes, sizes and even different types of glass. Some glass is plain; other glass is specially made to control the heat and sunlig...
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Additional Incentives to Change to Energy Efficient Windows

Aside from the tax break allowed on the 2011 taxes and hopefully on 2012 taxes as well, there are other programs around the nation that offer addition...
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Purchasing the Right Energy Efficient Window for Your Climate

The climate across the United States is not the same. There are areas that see well below zero in the winter months and others that don’t. In the summ...
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What is In Between my Multi-Paned Windows?

All over the country we have multi-paned windows in our houses now. Most of these windows are double-paned, but can even be triple-paned. They are a b...
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How Does a Replacement Window Earn an Energy Star Rating?

By now everyone has seen or heard about the Energy Star® label. It is found on any item that uses or affects the amount of energy consumption by consu...
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Why is Professional Installation Important for Replacement Windows?

A new replacement window must fit well in the opening to provide long-term performance and energy efficiency. Renewal by Andersen® replacement windows...
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What Does the Energy Star Window Label Mean?

Energy Star is a label that is becoming one to be on the lookout for when purchasing items for your home. It’s not the label of the latest designer to...
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Glass Options in Renewal by Andersen Replacement Windows

Renewal by Andersen offers three different glass options: High-Performance™ Low-E4® glass High-Performance™ Low-E4® SmartSun™ glass High-Performance™ ...
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How Does Glass Effect Energy Efficiency in Replacement Windows?

At first glance, all replacement window glass may look the same. But not all glass performs the same. Renewal by Andersen offers three different glass...
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What Are the Components of a Replacement Window?

A window must fit well in the opening to provide long-term performance and energy efficiency. Renewal by Andersen® replacement windows are custom made...
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Energy Efficient Windows: What is "Whole Window Performance"?

Windows have played an important role in home design for centuries. Historically, window development focused on the right balance between the benefits...
Energy Efficiency
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How Do You Know You Need New Windows?

This is a really common question. Here are some of the most common window problems we see home owners looking to rectify: Foggy Windows: Why do they d...
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Baby Boomers - Staying At Home

As a "baby boomer" myself, I can totally understand the trend that is happening where senior citizens are staying in their homes longer and longer. It...
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The Facts About Vinyl Windows

Vinyl windows are a very popular choice for replacement windows because they are inexpensive and "maintenance free". But, before you spend your hard e...
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Multi-Family Window Replacement Makes Sense

Most people relate window and door replacement with residential single family homes. You frequently notice work trucks in your neighbors' driveways an...