tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-870880820288145112024-03-13T11:06:24.414-07:00New roofAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11572866720300860550noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-87088082028814511.post-29531014296097722162016-05-31T04:01:00.001-07:002016-05-31T04:01:17.758-07:00Storm windows<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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are many misconceptions that homeowners have about </span><b><a href="https://windstormhomeimprovement.com/"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Storm
windows</span></a></b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> that can keep them
from choosing to replace their windows. The four misconceptions below touch on
a few (but major) issues that are commonly brought up by people hesitant to
replace their windows. By dispelling these misconceptions about replacement
windows, homeowners will feel more comfortable making the decision to start a
window replacement project.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">1. U-value is the most
important factor to determine energy efficient windows</span></b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">U-value is defined as
the measurement of the amount of heat transfer through the window. The lower
the U-value, the less heat is transferred across the window. While it is a good
measure for the window, the U-value is only one factor used to determine the
energy performance of a window. Other measures like the Solar Heat Gain
Coefficient (SHGC) and the visible light transmittance are also used to
determine the performance of the window.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">In addition, the
climate you live in will also determine how important U-value is to your
situation. If you live in a colder climate you will want the lowest U-value you
can find. A low U-value means that the heat inside the house will stay inside.
However, if you live in a warmer climate, the solar heat gain coefficient is
more important because it measures how much of the sun's radiant heat is
transferred across the window. The lower the SHGC the better the window is in a
warmer climate.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">In a colder climate
you want to try and capture as much of the sun's radiant heat as you can so a
better SHGC number is not as important as a good U-value rating. While U-value
is important when selecting a replacement window, it is not the most important
factor when determining energy efficiency.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">2. You must use vinyl
windows if you want </span></b><a href="https://windstormhomeimprovement.com/"><b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Storm windows</span></b></a><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">While vinyl is the
most popular material used in replacement window frames today, there are other
options for replacement windows. If you live in an older home you have the
option of replacing your old wood windows with new, energy efficient clad/wood
windows. These windows can often times be installed inside the
"pocket" of your old windows without having to tear into the house or
disturb the existing trim. The windows have a clad exterior, usually vinyl or
aluminum that protect the windows from the elements, and a wood interior to
keep with the look of your existing windows.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Fiberglass is a newer
material available for replacement windows. It has thermal properties similar
to wood window (wood is the best insulator available) and it is stronger than
vinyl or aluminum. Fiberglass is very durable and is hard to dent or scratch.
The material is also paintable which gives you options other than the standard
white and tan offered by most vinyl window manufacturers.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">You will pay more to
have wood or fiberglass replacement windows. Vinyl is the least expensive of
the three, but you also have product limitations, and quality issues with vinyl
that you do not see as much in clad/wood or fiberglass replacement windows. You
should always look at all of your options for replacement windows because vinyl
is not the only choice.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">3. Replacing windows
will require extensive renovation to your home</span></b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Many people are
hesitant to undertake a window replacement project because they are afraid that
it will require tearing out brick, stucco, sheet rock and more to have the
windows replaced. Usually this is not the case. Most good window installers can
replace a window without disturbing the existing structure. This is nice because
it limits the amount of finish work required and it allows the project to be
done fairly quickly.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Most window
installation projects are complete within two days and do not require any
additional masonry, stucco, or sheet rock work. Find a window installer that is
comfortable explaining their installation process to you so that you know what
to expect when they start installing windows.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">4. Anyone can install
a replacement window</span></b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">This, unfortunately,
is the biggest misconception people have about installing replacement windows:
anyone can do it. While it is not rocket science, installing windows is an
acquired skill, and the better you are at it, the better the installation will
be. There are many contractors out there that say they can install windows, but
few that will say they can do it well. It is important that you determine your
window installers comfort level with installing replacement windows before you
hire them to do the work.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">A window will only
perform well if it was installed correctly. A poorly installed window can be
difficult to open and close, it can leak, it can be drafty, just to name a few.
It is as important to find the right window installer as it is to find the
right replacement window for your project. Take the time to find the right
window installer and ask the right questions before they start the work. This
will insure a well executed window replacement project and long term
performance of your replacement windows.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Summary</span></b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">There are a hundred
other misconceptions that homeowners have about replacement windows, but these
four detail some of the most common. The process for replacing windows is not
that difficult, however, it pays to know the facts about the product and the
process. Research for yourself before you select a replacement window, and you
will be sure to make the right decisions, from energy efficiency, to product
choice, to how they are installed, to, finally, who installs them for you.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Cost is one of the
major concerns for homeowners who need a <b><a href="https://windstormhomeimprovement.com/">New roof</a></b>. In roofing set
prices do not exist because every roof is different. In fact a new roof is a
custom made, one of a kind product. To make the matter more difficult there are
different types of contractors involved. There are the fly by night low ball
contractors to the quality roofing contractor. With a quality contractor, the
cost might be more, but you can rest easy knowing you are getting a superior
product. Although I can't answer the question specifically, I can give some
general price ranges. I can also describe the factors that influence the cost
of a new roof. Hopefully this can help you to better understand the cost when
you receive a proposal.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">First, here are some
general price ranges for a <b><a href="https://windstormhomeimprovement.com/">new roof</a></b>. Most new Flat
Roofs generally cost anywhere from $1,500 to $5,000. Most new Asphalt Shingle
Roofs generally can cost anywhere from $3,000 to $15,000. There is quite a
disparity there. Let's describe some of the factors that go into the cost of a
new roof.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Size is the number one
factor in determining the cost. The bigger the roof the longer the installation
will take and the more materials that are needed. But a small roof doesn't
necessarily mean the low end of the cost scale due to our next factor:
complexity.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Complexity</span></b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">The next factor that
can influence the new roof cost is complexity. On a flat roof this is usually
not a huge factor. It can be if there are pitch and water run off problems that
need to be corrected. Also on a flat roof the old roofing material may need to
be removed due to the weight factor. To much weight on a roof is not a good
thing and often against building codes. When a tear off of multiple layers is
involved it increases man hours, therefore increasing the cost.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">When we talk about
Asphalt Shingle Roofs, complexity can be a major factor in the cost. Also known
as sloped roofs, they have an angle or pitch to them. Sometimes this angle can
be too steep for roofers too walk on. When this is the case it takes a great
deal of set up and man hours to install the shingles, therefore adding to the
cost. A simple sloped roof is a traditional gable or A-frame. But not all roofs
are this simple and often include features such as hips, valleys, skylights,
walls, and dormers that can add to the complexity of a project. Skilled
craftsmen are truly needed here to ensure that everything is installed
properly. Needless to say the more features the longer the project will take.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Materials</span></b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">The third factor is
roofing materials. Roofing products are generally petroleum based products.
They are expensive, on average 30% to 40% of the cost of a new roof is the
roofing material itself. This is not a huge factor in the cost of a Flat Roof.
It is more of a factor in Asphalt Shingle Roofs, where the cost can increase
based on the shingle used. Some homeowners want that extra touch of beauty and
design that a luxury shingle gives. These do cost more.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">In conclusion remember
that a new roof is a long term investment. A Flat Roof can last 10-15 years,
while an Asphalt Shingle Roof can last around 30 or more. Ensure that you use a
quality roofing contractor that will provide value in products and
craftsmanship for the money you are paying. The cost of a new roof is well
worth the investment when you receive a custom made, quality product.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Sean Henderson owns
and operates a Philadelphia Roofing Company. He believes that roofing is about
helping people solve problems and realize objectives. Learn more about the
price of a new roof [http://greenvalroofing.com] at my website.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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