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Siding Questions

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What To Know About Vinyl Siding

Window Questions

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Why Buy Storm Windows?

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What is a Storm Window?

A storm window is installed as an addition to your existing window’s opening. A storm window can be installed on the outside (exterior) or inside (interior) of your window. The effectiveness (reducing heat loss, cooling in the summer, and noise reduction) is the same regardless of where you choose to have the storm windows installed.

A storm window is not a replacement window; your existing windows will stay in place. A storm window augments, or improves, the thermal and noise reduction capabilities of your current windows.

Why Would I Want to Buy a Storm Window?

A storm window is purchased in order to provide an air-tight seal for your window opening. This is to reduce drafts, and dust drifting in through any existing cracks, joints, or seams in your current window’s frame. The storm window provides a thermal barrier that prevents both heat from within being lost through the window and cold from the outside being allowed in.

Another reason to purchase a storm window is to protect your home’s glass. This is important to home owners whose homes are of a historical or vintage nature. The Department of Interior’s Historical Preservation Brief Number 9 states “energy conservation is no excuse for the wholesale destruction of historic windows which can be made thermally efficient by historically and aesthetically acceptable means.” The beveled, leaded, or stained glass is protected from environmental hazards, remains cleaner and the critical wood frames which hold the original glass are protected from premature aging/moisture damage, better known as dry rot.

Other reasons to purchase storm windows are: street noise is reduced considerably, your house will remain cooler in the summer months, home security, reductions in city air pollution and soot from entering your home, as well as, dirt, dust, sand and wind storm debris.

Over the last few years many different types of glass have been manufactured to provide the homeowner with ways to manage glare, UV damage to furnishings, and new to the market. By having us build your storm windows using these types of specialty glass, you can still benefit from the luxury without needing to replace your current windows.

Storm windows not only enhance your personal environment, they also add new comfort and security to your home.

What Improvements in the R-Factor Rating Can I Expect?

“Windows are a primary source of heat loss because they are both a poor thermal barrier (R factor of only 0.89) and often a source of air infiltration. Adding storm windows greatly improves these poor characteristics…This will result in a window assembly (window plus storm window) with an R factor of 1.79 which outperforms a double paned window assembly (with an air space up to 1/2″) that only has an R factor of 1.72.” Quoted directly from Preservation Brief Number 3, Department of the Interior.

Why Buy Vinyl Windows?

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There are many reasons to replace your old and drafty windows with new vinyl ones. Vinyl windows are affordable, durable, energy efficient, aesthetically appealing, and require little maintenance.

Energy Efficiency - Vinyl is a great insulator, superior in its resistance to heat transfer. Dual weatherstripping, standard on many of our windows, creates a tight seal, maintaining the efficiency of the window and effectively eliminating drafts.

many glazing options enable us to produce a window that will provide year ’round comfort and energy savings. Dual pane insulated glass, created by sealing two single panes to a spacer, establishing an insulating chamber, is nearly twice as efficient as a single pane of glass at reducing heat loss. The transparent metallic coating on our optional LoE² (low emissivity) glass filters out solar radiation, thereby reducing heat gain in summer and heat loss in winter, for maximum comfort and energy efficiency. Many of our windows are available as ENERGY STAR® qualified to ensure high energy efficiency and savings.

Durability - All of our windows are thoroughly tested for structural and thermal performance, to ensure they hold up under extreme weather conditions. Silver Line windows are also tested and certified to meet AAMA standards for forced entry resistance, for your protection.

Convenience - Our windows are low maintenance and are designed to provide a lifetime of enjoyment and easy care. Color is consistent throughout the vinyl, making scratches virtually invisible and eliminating the need for painting. Tilt-in sashes allow for safe and easy cleaning from within the home with just soap and water, keeping the windows looking like new for years to come. A well-designed balance system ensures smooth, easy sash operation and never needs adjusting. Sashes open and close effortlessly for as long as you own your home, regardless of the temperature or humidity level outside.

Reliability - We stand behind our windows, backing each one with our Limited Lifetime Warranty. This warranty, which covers the window, the insulated glass, and the window hardware, will bring you peace of mind for as long as you own your home.

Special: Premium Siding with Installation $299

admin — Wed, 27 Apr 2011 19:44:18 +0000

SPECIAL:

Premium Siding with Installation

installed $299 per 100 square feet

18 colors to chose from
factory direct .040 thickness
180 wind rated panels
Dura color quality through.

Special: Hardi Plank 15% off

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SPECIAL:

Hardi Plank pre-finished 15% off

Special: Double Hung Windows by Anderson

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SPECIAL: Double Hung Windows by Anderson

white double hung up to 101 inches (40x 60)

starting at $199 installed

Special: FiberFrame $599 Installed

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SPECIAL: Fiber Glass Fiber Frame Windows

$599 Installed

Why WISCO WHY NOW?

admin — Wed, 27 Apr 2011 18:50:27 +0000

WISCO is well aware that times are hard. You would be amazed by how much money you can save buy replacing your old windows, doors, and siding

The chart below shows that over 30% of monthly home expenditures are for heating and cooling of the house. Replacing the old with new fiberglass or vinyl will greatly increase the energy efficiency of you home.

What To Know About Vinyl Siding

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WISCO provides quality vinyl siding panel that will last as long as you own your home and longer—bringing years of maintenance-free enjoyment, beauty and value.

In addition to the availability of the right vinyl siding color scheme for your home,

there are other features to look for in a siding panel that will ensure peace of mind in the years to come.

Reinforced nail hem (vinyl siding is hung, not nailed on tightly. Nail hems need to be strong so they do not tear).
Interlocking nail hems (locks panels together for straighter walls and stronger wall holding power).
Extra PVC in nail hem for stronger, straighter wall.
Vents (at least every 12 feet) to resist moisture behind panels.
Non-recycled vinyl specifically designed and manufactured to resist fading, chalking, dents and warping.
Lifetime warranty.
Color is manufactured into the vinyl panel.
Trim options (allows flexibility to custom finish your home and keeps quality consistent).
Thicker panel (more wall strength and insulating qualities).
Insulation board used behind the siding, Look to see if an ENERGY STAR® rated board that is treated to resist mold and insects.
Proper vinyl siding installation. No matter the vinyl siding quality, if the company does not install your siding properly it will not perform as it should.