An exceptional patio door scores high in the areas of durability, efficiency, and maintenance. Beauty matters, but performance carries more weight than aesthetics down the road. In today’s post, Renewal by Andersen® of Western New York shares the three best qualities...
Glass, Glazing, and Gas: 3 Gs of Energy-Efficient Windows
When buying energy-saving windows, focus on each part that makes the whole. Other than reading the ENERGY STAR® and National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC) labels, your fundamental understanding of their anatomy is key to making a sound purchase. At Renewal by...
Preparation Tips for a Stress-Free Window Replacement
Replacing your windows is one of the easiest home improvement you could tackle. Still, with poor preparation, its level of stress could feel like you’re renovating your kitchen or bathroom. The trusted name in window installation in Buffalo, NY, Renewal by Andersen®...
Why Does the ENERGY STAR® Label Matter?
The ENERGY STAR® label is the only thing you need to look for to know whether a window is energy-efficient. It doesn’t necessarily say which product is good or bad. Rather, it indicates that the unit meets the stringent energy efficiency certification set by the U.S....
Window Options And How They Affect Performance – Part III: A Matter of Style
After you've chosen the material for your window frames, and the options for the glass, the last, and possibly most important, choice is to decide on what style of window to go with. The eight most common window styles all have different things they excel at, setting...
Window Options And How They Affect Performance – Part II: Choosing The Right Glass
While the frame of your windows forms the basis for much of the window's properties, for many it is the glass that really makes the difference. It is, after all, the part of the window that most affects what we can most readily see and feel from the window. While the...
Window Options And How They Affect Performance – Part I: Choosing the Right Material
The material you choose for your window's frames will determine, to a large extent, how your windows work. The only thing that has as big an effect is the glass itself. Though both will work together to determine your window's qualities, the material of the frame...
6 Tips to Prepare for a Window Installation
When it comes to window replacement, be sure to consult Renewal by Andersen® of Western New York. If this is your first time getting replacement windows in Rochester NY, you don’t have to be stressed about it. Here are six things you can do to prepare for your...
4 Keys that Ensure the Success of Your Window Replacement
Window replacement projects can be a bit tricky if you’re oblivious to the details that go into making them a success. There’s only one expected outcome, but a number of things can go wrong along the way. That’s why it’s wise to understand what to expect and do during...
HeatLock™ Glass – New Window Technology to Make Your Home More Energy-Efficient
Renewal by Andersen® of Western New York provides Rochester and Buffalo homeowners with not simply fantastic replacement windows…but also cutting edge technology that make a replacement window investment a very cost effective home improvement project. HeatLock™ Glass...