Greeley Basement Window Replacement
We recently completed this Greeley, CO basement window replacement of 3 metal-framed windows with new energy-efficient, Low-E vinyl windows. The homeowner’s basement windows were shot – they were drafty, the seals were wearing thin, they were difficult to open and close, and they were single-pane – not nearly as energy-efficient as today’s new windows.
Metal-Frames Windows
Metal-framed windows are great – they’re strong, durable, and long-lasting. It’s no wonder we find them often in older homes, as they’re very sturdy. However, they have one huge drawback – they’re not as energy-efficient as other window frame materials, such as vinyl. Metal is a great conductor of heat, meaning heat transfers easily through them, whether it’s inside heat during the winter transferring out, or outside heat during the summer transferring in.
Older homes commonly have single-pane windows, especially in their basements. Single-pane is one piece of glass instead of the more energy-efficient two or three pieces of glass in the window. Basement windows often take a back seat when it comes to replacing and updating. It sort of makes sense. Homeowners want to invest in curb appeal when selling their homes. And, basement windows aren’t easily seen from the curb. Furthermore, basement windows are often covered with window well covers, making them difficult to see.
New Vinyl Windows
Today’s replacement vinyl windows in Greeley are much better and energy-efficient than metal-frames windows from the ’80s. For example, Jeld-Wen’s Premium Vinyl V-4500 series replacement windows feature thermal-efficient frames and Low-E insulating glass. What is “Low-E?” It’s short for ‘low-emissivity’. It’s how much thermal energy, such as sunlight or indoor heat, is absorbed by or reflected by a material, such as glass. Jeld-Wen sums it up best on their website – “When you lower the emissivity of the glass, it reflects the heat rather than absorbing it, limiting the effect on the other side of the glass and increasing the glass’ insulating value.”
All of Jeld-Wen’s vinyl windows offer energy-efficient protective glass, from their affordable Builders Vinyl (V-2500) to their high-end Premium Vinyl (V-4500) series windows. Pella also offers quality vinyl windows, including their Pella 250 Series, Encompass by Pella, Pella Hurricane Shield Series and Pella Defender Series. Pella windows also feature Low-E insulating glass.
If you’re in the market for a Greeley, CO basement window replacement, keep us in mind. We offer quality windows from manufacturers you know and trust, such as Andersen, Jeld-Wen, Pella, Milgard, and Marvin. All window installations in Greeley are backed by our 1-year workmanship warranty. Contact us today for a free window inspection, consultation, or estimate.