Your windows let in natural light and fresh air while keeping your home beautiful and energy-efficient. They also shield your interiors from extreme cold, heat, rain, and snow. So it’s imperative to keep them in tip-top shape. For old homes with windows just as old, a window replacement in Huntington is probably one of the best home improvement projects in which you can invest.
However, not all window materials are the same, especially when it comes to their framing. With further developments in the window industry also come advancements in window frames and glass.
Energy-Efficient Window Frames
Several window companies now offer windows with energy-efficient frames, much like what we have here at Renewal by Andersen® of Long Island. Our replacement windows are made with Fibrex®, a composite material that combines the strength and rigidity of wood with the maintenance ease of vinyl. This patented material blocks thermal transfer approximately 700 times better than aluminum, which helps reduce your heating and cooling consumption (and bill) over time.
Insert and Full Method for Energy-Efficient Windows
No matter how great the window materials are, they will be for nothing if the windows are not installed properly. That’s why here at Renewal by Andersen of Long Island, we make sure that your windows are handled only by our well-trained professionals. We do two kinds of window installation: (1) insert window installation and (2) full frame installation.
An insert window installation is ideal if your old window frame and sill are still in good condition. If there’s an existing construction or casing and trim, this technique is the best option.
On the other hand, the full frame method works best when the entire window needs to be replaced. These include cases where (1) the old window frame is beyond repair, (2) you want to improve the energy efficiency of your home, or (3) your existing window doesn’t allow an insert window replacement.
So if you’re considering getting new Huntington windows, choose an energy-efficient framing material along with a high-performing glass option suitable for your climate. Have it installed by well-trained hands. For any of your window replacement needs, give Renewal by Andersen a call today.
