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No Cash on Hand for New Windows? Your Best Option for Financing Replacement Windows in San Diego

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Recently, we did an article on the various financing options for replacement windows and doors, but since that time, we have been informed by several sources that one of the options mentioned in the article has a serious downside, so we wanted to do a follow-up article to make sure that San Diego homeowners are aware of it. The HERO program, which is a financing option through the government’s PACE financing program, allows homeowners to get new windows with no money down and pay for them … [Read more...]

The One Thing Michal Bohm Knows About Customer Service in the San Diego Replacement Window Industry

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Michal Bohm is a respected veteran of the San Diego replacement window and door industry. Having worked in every aspect of the industry—from installation to sales and now as the owner of BM Windows in San Diego, Michal has pretty much seen it all. With his many years of experience, Michal has also learned a thing or two about customer service, which has shaped the way he now runs his own business. We sat down with Michal, whose company was one of the three winners of Window & Door … [Read more...]

Milgard: A Household Name for San Diego Replacement Windows

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If you’ve done any research at all on replacement windows for your San Diego home, the name Milgard has probably come up. You may have even heard of Milgard windows before you started thinking about replacing your windows. In fact, since the company has been around since 1958, the windows currently in your house that you are thinking of replacing may be Milgard windows. Milgard got its start making aluminum framed windows. They still make them to this day, although they are mostly used in … [Read more...]

Window & Door Consumer Awards BM Windows the “2017 Best in Customer Service” Award for San Diego Replacement Window Companies

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Window & Door Consumer has named BM Windows in San Diego as the “Best in Customer Service” out of all of the independent window replacement companies in San Diego for 2017. With many years in the replacement window business in San Diego, BM Windows has built a solid reputation for putting their customers first and providing all-around excellent service! BM Windows sells high-quality, energy-efficient vinyl windows and patio doors and installs them using their own teams of professional … [Read more...]

Condensation on Your Windows: Is it a Problem?

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One of the reasons people first start thinking about replacing the windows in their San Diego homes is because they see condensation forming either on the interior or the exterior surface of a window. They assume that if they see condensation forming, there is a problem with their windows. However, this may not necessarily be the case. What Causes Condensation on Windows? First of all, it’s important to know what causes condensation to appear on glass surfaces in the first place. Basically, … [Read more...]

Customized Window Grids Add a Unique Touch to your San Diego Home

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As you drive around neighborhoods in San Diego, you will see many different styles of windows, some with grids, and some without. What are window grids, and why do people add them to their windows? Before large panes of window glass were available, windows were constructed using smaller pieces of glass, held together by grids, also called muntins. Today, when you see newer windows with grids, the grids are likely just decorative, and in a dual pane replacement window, they sit between the two … [Read more...]

Simonton vs. Anlin: Which Brand is the Best Choice for San Diego Homeowners?

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Those in the replacement window industry often get asked what window brand they recommend. There are so many products on the market, it can be overwhelming for consumers! We thought we’d compare two replacement window brands (Simonton and Anlin) that are popular with San Diego homeowners to help bring some clarity.window Before we get started with the comparison, there are a few things to know. First of all, both companies manufacture only vinyl windows, so if you are looking for fiberglass … [Read more...]

Builder Grade Windows for San Diego: What Are They and Should You Replace Yours?

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If you’ve owned your San Diego home for any amount of time and done any improvements to it, you’ve likely heard the term “builder grade” used in reference to home improvement products. You might not have stopped to think about, or ask about, what this term really means. It isn’t uncommon for homeowners to think of “builder grade” products as “builder’s choice” products—as in, the preferred products of builders. This is only true in the sense that builder grade products are more likely to be … [Read more...]

Anlin Windows and Doors: A Great Value for San Diego Homeowners

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We wanted to highlight a replacement window brand that we at Window & Door Consumer highly recommend: Anlin Window Systems. The Anlin brand may not be as well known as window brands like Milgard, Simonton, or Pella, but they should not be overlooked by San Diego homeowners seeking high-quality vinyl window or patio doors. Anlin Window Systems only offers vinyl replacement windows and doors, so San Diego homeowners looking for wood, fiberglass, or aluminum windows or doors will need to … [Read more...]