How to Cash In on the Replacement Window Tax Credit

by Benjamin Hardy | Aug 25, 2009 | HowTo, Residential, Windows

If you are looking to save some money on a home improvement project this year, consider starting with those old windows. A new federal tax credit can put 30% of what you spend on new energy-efficient windows back into your pocket. And the savings won’t stop...

Material and Construction Options for Windows

by ryw | Jan 1, 2001 | HowTo, Residential, Windows

Windows can make a dramatic statement in a home’s design. In addition to choosing window styles, there are many material decisions to be considered before buying. Credit: Pella Corporation When it comes to windows, it’s the sash and frame that you’re...

Understanding Low-e Window Coatings

by ryw | Jan 1, 2001 | HowTo, Residential, Windows

Low-e coatings, which are microscopically thin layers of metallic oxide that’s bonded to the surface of a window’s glass, are so thin you can see right through them yet they prevent heat and ultra-violet (UV) rays from passing through glass. The result? A...

Window Properties and Design

by ryw | Jan 1, 2001 | HowTo, Residential, Windows

Windows can make or break a building project. Choose wisely and your home will be comfortable, attractive, and easy to maintain. Buy the wrong ones and you can spend more than you need to up front or in higher utility bills for years to come.       The...

Windows: Understanding the Label

by ryw | Jan 1, 2001 | HowTo, Residential, Windows

Just because windows look the same doesn’t mean they’ll give you the same performance. Some windows are much more energy efficient than others, which will decrease heating and cooling costs while increasing the comfort of your home. If you live in a cold...