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Have you heard the wind howling?
Sophiep's Take on Things.... Is the weeping wind disturbing your beauty sleep? You can blame it on your windows. The solution is laminated, insulating glass. It is two sheets of glass with a transparent plastic sheet in the middle. This arrangement helps block out a degree of sound. On top of that, it makes the pane resistant to shattering. It provides as much as a 100% improvement in sound deadening over other glass types. Anderson has the hurricane windows with the glass option for unwanted n...
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Sophiep To
2/10/2010 11:38:00 PM
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Why Are You Replacing Your Windows?
Brett Roth's insight into Window Replacement Most people choose to replace their windows for one of three reasons. The first reason is that somehow the window got broken. If this is the case all you should need to do is replace the glass pane and not the entire window.The second reason people replace their windows is because their old windows are leaking, or allowing too much cold air and rain into the house. If this is the reason you’ve decided to replace your windows the good news is tha...
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Brett Roth
12/11/2009 4:03:00 PM
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Andersen Windows
Brett Roth's Insight Into Windows We sell many different windows here at FAS Windows and Doors. That's what we are best known for. Of the many different brands we carry one we are particularly proud of is Andersen. Why Andersen Windows?Many factors contribute to a window's performance - from UV protection or solid wood construction to low maintenance longevity. Read on to learn more about Andersen Windows and their unique combination of these essential elements. J.D. Power RatingsAbout the R...
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Brett Roth
10/16/2009 3:14:00 PM
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Window Questions Concluded
Question 11: Can windows keep out UV radiation that fades carpeting, furniture, draperies and upholstery? Answer: Using a low-emissivity glass in your new windows or doors will filter more than 50 percent of the damaging UV light. The absolute most effective glass for this purpose, however, is laminated insulating glass. It features a polyvinyl butyral inner layer and a low-emissivity coating that filters more than 99 percent of UV radiation that fades interior furnishings. Question 12: How oft...
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Brett Roth
10/11/2009 5:30:00 PM
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Window Questions Continued
Question 6: What is Low-E and, how important is it to have it on your windows?Answer:Low-E stands for low emissivity and is a fairly new advancement in glass technology. Basically, it's a microscopic, metallic coating—applied to a surface of glass—that reflects and re-radiates heat energy either into or out of a home depending on climate conditions. Using Low- E is an excellent way to increase the energy efficiency of a window. Question 7:What is the NFRC and what should I know about...
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Brett Roth
10/10/2009 4:14:00 PM
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Answering Some Common Questions About Windows
Brett Roth's Insight Into Windows Question 1:What is a replacement window?Answer: A true replacement window is a window that's custom built to fit within the opening of an existing window. It's built to fit precisely and can be installed without disturbing the interior and exterior areas around the window. Question 2: What are the advantages of custom replacement windows over pre-made, standard-size windows stocked at home centers and lumber yards?Answer: Because custom windows are made to fit p...
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Brett Roth
10/9/2009 2:07:00 PM
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Florida : A Unique Market
Brett Roth's Insight Into Windows, Doors and Coating In the United States there are somewhere around 4,000 windows manufacturers. Many of these companies are small, local companies, with less than 200 employees. However, there are the larger ones with upwards of 7,000 employees. FAS works with both ends of the spectrum. Custom Window Systems based out of Ocala Florida is a small business with 180 employees, and on the other hand Andersen out of Bayport Minnesota has 8,500 employees. Of these 4...
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Brett Roth
10/2/2009 12:45:00 PM
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What To Look For When Replacing Windows
Brett Roth's Insight Into Windows, Doors and CoatingWhen replacing windows there are many things that go into the decision making process. Some of these things are needs, others are more for astetic purposes. It may be hard to get something that does the two or three things you may want at the same time, but that does not mean that it is impossible. Here are a few details to think about when you get ready to start shopping. MATERIALS : Deciding on what the window will be made out of will affect ...
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Brett Roth
9/26/2009 2:29:00 PM
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Double-Hung Replacment Windows
Brett Roth's Insight Into Windows, Doors and CoatingI have said that installing new windows will improve the appearance of your home. The only reason I am repeating it now is because it’s true. If you are in an older home with its original windows they may be single pane, leak air, potentially not keep pests out, and send all your cool air outside. If they are doing all these things, they probably do not look too great either. If you are in this situation it is about time to start thinkin...
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Brett Roth
8/18/2009 2:36:00 PM
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Vinyl Windows
Brett Roth's Insight Into Windows Doors And Coating A product that has been getting a lot of attention from howeowners and builders alike is vinyl. Here at FAS Windows and Doors we carry four different lines of vinyl windows. Vinyl windows can do many positive things for your home, from lowering energy bills to improving home value and even give a beautiful new look. Probably one of their best points is that they are very affordable. With such a product, it's easy to see why vinyl is getting mor...
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Brett Roth
8/16/2009 2:15:00 PM
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What Is This Going To Cost?
Brett Roth's Insight Into Windows, Doors and Coating. One of the first questions many homeowners ask when considering having replacement windows installed is “How much will it cost to replace all of my windows?” Sadly, and to some frustration to many homeowners, the answer is, "It depends." So many factors and options go into pricing windows that it can be very confusing. Hopefully we can remedy some of this by looking at what things influence windows prices. First point: How many w...
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Brett Roth
8/15/2009 3:37:00 PM
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Invisible Insulation?
Brett Roth's Insight Into Windows, Doors and Coating. The more someone researches windows, the more often they may become confused by some of the things done in the industry. As I explained in a prior blog, there are some windows with laminated glass, this may seem a little different at first, but once the advantages are laid out, it makes perfect sense. There are other practices in window construction that seem strange, but are very useful. One of these such practices is putting gas in between ...
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Brett Roth
8/14/2009 3:28:00 PM
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What is Low-E Anyways?
Cub's Thoughts...While putting together information on what exactly is Low E and do customers really need it, I found this article that I thought was very informative. Window companies are always talking about the benefits of buying a window that has Low E but few companies even know what Low E is. I hope the following information from Tim Carter, Ask the Builder helps you to understand “ What is Low E anyway?”Tim Carter – Ask the Builder. Window glass was revolutionized in the...
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Cubby McMenamy
8/11/2009 10:39:00 AM
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What Is Energy Star?
Brett Roth's Insight Into Windows, Doors and Coating.If you have shopped the market for windows, doors or appliances there is a good chance that you have seen the Energy Star seal on products. This may just seem like another decal placed on products if you do not know what it is that the seal stands for. Energy Star is a program backed by the government to help both homeowners and businesses find the best quality and highest efficiency products on the market. The EPA (Environmental Protection Ag...
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Brett Roth
8/9/2009 1:44:00 PM
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Why Are There So Many Windows To Choose From?
Cub's Thoughts.... If you were to Google search for new windows you will find that there are over 6000 window and door manufactures in the United States. But, as we all know doing business in the state of Florida is a different story altogether. Most of our customers ask me the same question every day. With so many windows to choose from, how do I know which window is best for me? One thing I have learned is that not one window will meet every need customers have today. So it is important to cho...
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Cubby McMenamy
8/5/2009 9:01:00 AM
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Understanding U-Value and R-Value!
Brett Roth's Insight into Windows, Doors and CoatingThere are many terms thrown around when discussing windows. Commonly heard terms are things like the R-Value or center of glass U-value and whole-product U-Value. These terms can leave the buyer with numbers and figures that to little aside from confusing them. These are all measurements of the window’s thermal efficiency, but the most important of these is the whole-product U-value. The center of glass U-value appears to be better than ...
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Brett Roth
8/1/2009 2:09:00 PM
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