Windows

If the windows in your home are starting to look their age, chances are, they are acting their age as well. McAmis Roofing & Construction can install replacement windows to update and upgrade the windows in your house, helping make it more efficient and welcoming. 

Some sure signs of window wear to watch for:

1. Drafts – Windows may show their age by letting in drafts due to broken seals. Glass expands and contracts within the window frame and can let in drafts if the seals are broken. 
2. Rotting or cracked window frames – If the wood around your window is damaged, a replacement is probably necessary.
3. Single Pane Glass – If your windows are single-paned, this speaks volumes about their age. Single-paned windows are not widely used today because they don’t provide the added insulation from hot or cold that double-paned windows do.
4. Cold or Hot To The Touch – If the interior glass in your window is cold in the winter or hot in the summer, you might need an upgrade in order to control how much of the outdoor elements are entering the house.

So you need to replace your window or windows. There are so many styles of windows to select from! Our staff at McAmis can help you decide what style window is best for your needs.

• Double-hung windows

The biggest draw to double-hung windows is that they can open from both the top and the bottom! If you’ve never experienced a window with this option, trust us, you’ll never want to go back. They also come with a tilt-in feature that is great for easy cleaning! They are designed to make window replacement easy and typically have a vinyl interior.

• Sliding Windows

Sliding windows are also easily used as a replacement window. Their most obvious feature is that they slide, horizontally, which makes their ventilation great! Like double-hung windows, they too typically have a vinyl interior.

• Bay Windows

The biggest feature with bay windows is that they project outward away from the exterior of your home, bringing the outside in in a way. They are the types of windows you see in magazines featuring those fabulous window seats that allow you to look out onto your gorgeous landscape. 

• Casement Windows

Casement windows open with a crank and can have hinges on either the left or right side depending on your preference. They open outward to the exterior of your house. 

There are many other types of windows including single-hung, picture windows, stationary windows, and don’t forget those basement windows! 

Updating your windows can have a big impact on the look and feel of your house. Even if you aren’t worried about curb appeal, your windows are the portal to the outside world and are an important feature that affects your life indoors. They let the light in. They let the fresh air in. And when needed, they keep the elements out. 

Count on the professionals at McAmis Roofing & Contracting for questions and quality construction when it comes to your window replacement needs.