Frequently Asked Questions
Window Choices
Windows come in many shapes, sizes and variety's how do you choose?
At The Window Solution we offer our years of experience to you the homeowner, to ensure you find the best window for your home. Whether replacing worn windows, or installing new windows in a remodel we have the right window for you and your budget!
The Window Solution Uses only Energy Star rated Windows
What is ENERGY STAR®?
ENERGY STAR is an independent U.S. Government program establishing a standard set of guidelines to recognize the energy efficiency of various products. In the home building and remodeling industry, ENERGY STAR guidelines are used in conjunction with a variety of building materials, including windows and patio doors.
What Window And Door Features Are Recognized By ENERGY STAR?
For windows and doors, ENERGY STAR guidelines assess the U-factor and the Solar
Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC).
The U-factor is commonly described as the amount of heat transferred through
a material. The lower the U-factor, the slower the rate of heat flow and the
better the insulating quality.
The SHGC refers to the amount of heat from the sun that windows and doors allow into the home. The lower the number, the greater the ability to reduce the amount of heat absorbed into the home.
What is Low E/Argon-filled glass, and how does it work?
Low E (Emissivity) Glass is glass with a transparent metallic oxide coating applied onto or into a glass surface. The coating allows short-wave energy to pass through but reflects long-wave infrared energy, improving the U-Value.
Argon Gas is an odorless, colorless, tasteless, non-toxic gas that is six times more dense than air. It is used to replace air between the glass panes to reduce temperature transfer.
How do vinyl windows compare with windows made from other materials, such as wood and aluminum?
The performance and longevity of vinyl windows compare very favorably to those of other building materials, and vinyl often costs less to produce. Vinyl windows and doors are rapidly capturing a major market share as more builders and homeowners learn about vinyl's outstanding value and economy.
Long-lasting beauty, low maintenance and excellent thermal efficiency ratings give vinyl windows a winning edge over other types of replacement windows.
Vinyl won't pit or peel over time with only simple care and cleaning, windows can keep their beautiful appearance for years to come.