Replacing your home’s windows with new, energy-saving replacement windows can save you a bundle on heating and cooling costs each year. Installing new windows also increases the value and appearance of your home. But how much does it cost to replace windows in the High Desert region of California? The answer, of course, is: It…
In California, building contractors come in 46 different categories. The State issues a separate contracting license for each one, ranging from general contracting, millwork, flooring, paving, heating and ventilation, signage, asbestos abatement, to glazing. Most people entering a trade profession go through a four-year apprenticeship, working full-time as they learn their craft, as well as…
Having screens on your windows has many benefits for the comfort level in your home. Window screens keep out bugs and dirt, reduce heat gain inside the house, and they lower the levels of UV radiation penetrating through windows. The problem is, window screens get damaged, bent, torn, or taken down and misplaced, making the…
Revolving doors have many advantages as the main entryway into a business, and installing a new revolving door at your commercial location could give your business a boost. Advantages of Revolving Doors for Businesses Many businesses use a revolving door as the entry to their business because: Revolving doors keep out blasts of hot or…
Argon and krypton might sound like something from a Superman movie, but these are actually two gasses used in the manufacture of double and triple-pane windows. What are the advantages of having gas in your windows? Increased energy efficiency. Benefits of Gas-Filled Window Panes Argon and krypton are both colorless, odorless, non-toxic gases which add…
Curtain walls and window walls are two glazing methods often used by business owners, designers, and builders. Both of these designs use large panels of glass a significant component of the exterior of the building. Both curtain walls and window walls add ample natural light and visibility in retail stores, restaurants, office complexes, and apartment…
You’ve looked closely at the condition of your home’s windows and decided it’s time to replace them. Now what? New windows are a substantial investment, and you want to be sure to do the project right. What are the questions you need to ask before signing a contract for the installation of replacement windows? Questions…
Window films are thin coatings of plastic, metal, or ceramic material applied to the inside or outside surface of a window after installation. Window films provide many benefits in private homes and commercial settings. Window film technology has been around for several decades, and improved products arrive on the market regularly. The International Window Film…
Sliding glass doors can be a great convenience in a home, but these types of doors are also vulnerable to break-ins. You can improve the security on your sliding glass doors by taking some or all of these steps. Install a More Secure Lock The locking mechanism on many sliding glass doors is easily jimmied…
A recent industry report published by the market research firm Lucintel says the market for Low-E glass is expected to grow substantially over the next five years. Construction booms and an increasing concern about energy efficiency are fueling the trend. Low-E Glass in Commercial and Residential Buildings Low-E glass controls the amount of ultraviolet and…