Boulder replacement window experts

In Boulder, replacement windows are a popular home improvement because they can assist substantially in the thermal efficiency of the windows. Boulder residents are extremely environmentally conscious. They are always looking for ways they can make their homes more “green,” more valuable, and lower their own carbon footprints.

Here at Scottish Home Improvements, we like to say that we are your Boulder replacement window experts. With over fifteen years in the home improvement industry, we have installed more replacement windows then we can count.

There are various decisions to be made when it comes to Boulder replacement windows, and Boulder’s unpredictable climate is a definite factor. Homeowners want windows that will increase the thermal efficiency of their homes. The main factor involved in thermal efficiency where windows are concerned is the actual type of glass itself. We recommend low-E glass, which is glass treated with a special coating. The coating reflects heat. This works to the homeowner’s advantage summer and winter alike, reflecting heat gain in the summer from the sun’s rays beating on the windows. And reflecting the heat back into the home in the winter.

For residents of Boulder, replacement windows using low-E glass are a smart investment, because they will actually save money on energy costs.

The type of window and the frame are also items to be considered. Certain types of windows are more airtight than others. For instance, the basic single hung window is more thermally efficient than a double hung window, simply because it has less moving parts. And you might want to add windows in a completely different style to what you had before. For instance, removing two smaller windows and adding one larger picture window to soak up those gorgeous views of the Flat Irons.

What about the frame material? Wood or vinyl? That’s entirely up to you. For many homes in Boulder, replacement windows need to look like the original windows to keep the feel of the home. If it had wide wooden frames, the homeowners frequently want similar frames to keep that same appearance. On the other hand, newer more modern vinyl frames give a home a different look entirely, and vinyl is known for creating an exceptionally tight seal with the glass panes.

We don’t expect our clients to know everything there is to know about Boulder replacement windows. That’s our business! But we do expect to advise you, answer all your questions, and help you choose the windows that meet both your needs, your tastes, and your budget.

If you are looking for an expert Boulder window replacement company, we hope you will contact us today with any questions, or to receive a quote for a project.