Glass

Because glass is over 80% of a windows makeup, the system you

select for your new windows and doors is one of the most

important items you should consider when making a purchase. 

The system you choose has to address the energy and

performance needs your new installation will demand. The

installation of a sub-par glass system can mean the difference

between your level of comfort in your home as well as impact

your level of energy savings. Make sure your new window only

offers high quality, proven performance glass systems that will

offer homeowners increased comfort from season to season and

increased energy efficiency for years to come.

Why VINYL

Vinyl is one of the world's oldest plastics. Known in laboratories since the early 1900's, it was first

commercially produced in the 1920's.  Its popularity in this market can be attributed chiefly to its

competitive, stable cost base and wide processing capability. Vinyl has many inherent characteristics

that make it an ideal choice for a variety of building and construction applications:

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Ease of molding or shaping

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Durability under all environmental conditions

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Good mechanical strength and toughness

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Excellent resistance to abrasion

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Good chemical and electrical resistance

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Good barrier to gases

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Excellent flame retardant characteristics

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Easy to color and decorate

Energy Star

Installing ENERGY STAR qualified windows can lower your energy bill and save your money over single-

pane windows.  It may even save you money over existing double-pain, clear-glass windows.  Make sure

the windows you choose are high performance ENERGY STAR qualified for your region.

The ENERGY STAR® program certifies many products including windows, doors and skylights to ensure

that they help protect the environment while keeping your energy costs low.  The energy performance

label you find on window and door products are provided to be a tool to better help homeowners

determine how well a product will perform the functions of helping to cool the home in the summer,

warm the home in the winter, and how the product will keep out wind, and resist condensation. By using

the information contained on the label, consumers can reliably compare one product with another, and

make informed decisions about the windows, doors, and skylights being considered for purchase.