If your home has insulated glass windows, you probably save a bundle on your heating and cooling bills each month. Insulated windows do wonders to keep inside air in and outside air out. That not only saves money—it also helps keep your home more comfortable all year long. The only downside of insulated windows is that they can fail after a while. When this happens, your windows can fog up and prevent you from seeing through them as clearly as you should. Why do windows fog up? Windows can fog up for two different reasons. The first reason isn’t all... View Article
Every house will eventually need replacement windows. Over time, your old windows will begin to become leaky and let tremendous amounts energy seep out of your home. You might notice this in the form of an increase in your monthly energy bills or if your home begins to feel a bit more drafty. Vinyl windows and screens are a great option to increase energy efficiency while also updating the look of your home. Vinyl windows provide a wide variety of benefits that other types of windows are unable to offer. Plus, the replacement and installation process is easy with the... View Article
If you are noticing that your windows are beginning to fail, it may be the seal between the two layers of glass that is not holding together properly. In older windows, there is usually caulk that holds the two panes of glass together, while newer windows use a glazing bead. In both instances, the window seal can fail, creating a window that has moisture between the panes and is hard to see out of. As a window’s seal expands and contracts with the weather, it can lose some of its elasticity and allow the seal of the windows to become... View Article
If you’ve lived in Alaska for a while, you already know that, once the temperatures drop low enough, window condensation sets in. Condensation occurs when the warm, moist air in your home comes into contact with the cold surface of your window. The water in the air converts back into its liquid form and appears as droplets or a haze on your window. Window condensation is a very real problem, not only because it blocks your view, but because it can also cause dangerous mold spores to grow and the moisture can damage your window frame. Investing in window replacement... View Article
If your home is older, if you have single pane windows or simply windows in need of repair, you may be considering taking care of window replacement in Alaska before winter starts. But replacing your windows is an investment, and if you aren’t quite sure it will pay off financially, you may be hesitant in making that call. If you’re on the fence about replacing your windows, here are a few points to consider. Cut down on your energy bill Of course, the number one reason most people replace their windows is to reduce their energy costs. However, although you... View Article
