You don’t have to live in New Jersey very long to realize there are more than four seasons. Along with winter, summer, spring and fall, New Jersey residents also experience flying insect seasons that bring the arrival of sand fleas, biting green-headed flies, mosquitos and other annoying flying and biting pests.
If you want to open your windows to enjoy a refreshing breeze, insect screens are an integral part of the replacement window decision process. It pays to take your time and make the right choice here. Some inferior window screens have larger “holes” that can be an open invitation for pests to come right in and make themselves at home.
If you’re a homeowner who wants to upgrade existing windows or you’re thinking about adding screens after a replacement window project, use the following tips to decide which insect screens are best for your family and your lifestyle.
Don’t Put the Welcome Mat Out for Unwanted “Guests”
Insect screens ought to keep unwanted critters outdoors where they belong – without limiting fresh air and sunshine from flooding into your indoor spaces when you open the windows. Replacement window insect screens are part of your Renewal by Andersen of New Jersey operable window package.
Renewal by Andersen of New Jersey Insect Screens; Not Your Average Screen
Have you ever opened a window in your home and found a pile of dead bugs between the glass and the screen? Chances are your window screens did not fit properly or the fabric weave was loose enough to allow small insects to crawl through the screen.
Tiny flying insects like gnats, fleas, and midges are attracted by indoor lights after dark. If the insect screen fabric weave is too loose, these tiny invaders can sneak through your screens. When you open the sash, these almost imperceptible critters often escape detection until you feel the bite.
An insect screen with a solid fabric won’t allow you to enjoy a clear view of the outdoors or feel the cool summer breezes. Compared to other insect screens, Renewal by Andersen TruScene® insect screens provide more clarity (as much as 50% more) and allow you to control ventilation and sunlight levels in your home.
Custom Windows Deserve Custom Insect Screens
Our window screens are designed to perfectly complement your Renewal by Andersen replacement windows. Whether you choose an outward opening window style or a sliding sash design, you can be certain your screens will fit precisely to keep those nasty insects where they belong. You window replacement window specialist can answer any questions you have about interior and exterior insect screen designs to help you choose the appropriate locks, operational hardware and panes to get the clearest, most unobstructed view possible for your home.
Simplicity is Key: Nearly Effortless Cleaning & Maintenance
Routine cleaning and maintenance keeps your custom-fitted insect screen beautiful and functioning beautifully for years. Before you buy window screens off-the-shelf, make certain that removal and re-installation are easy.
The only tools you need to keep your Renewal by Andersen TruScene insect screens clean are a soft cloth and a mild cleansing solution. Rubbing alcohol or commercial cleaners like Mr. Clean® work better than a mild solution for greasy build-up, stains and tough grime. Our Renewal by Andersen Help Center offers more detailed cleaning tips for insect screens, hardware, grilles and replacement window frames and glass.
Insect Screen Warranty Considerations
Renewal by Andersen’s 20/2/10 warranty covers your replacement window insect screens just like other non-glass and non-Fibrex window components. For 10 years from the date of purchase, we warrant your window screens to perform as described. Our warranty protects you from factory defects in both craftsmanship and materials. Plus, we cover installation as well as parts repair or replacement – something most window replacement warranties don’t offer. If you experience a covered issue, we will repair or replace our products without charge.
Working Together to Protect Your Assets
Don’t let seasonal insects interfere with your view or comfort. Our insect screens won’t block your view or hinder air flow. Throughout the manufacturing process, our professional team works to deliver replacement window and door products that enhance performance, beauty and function.
Do you still have questions about replacement window insect screens? We invite you to call us at (866) 609-5033 to speak to a window consultant. Or, feel free to send us an inquiry by completing the form on this page and we’ll get right back to you.
