One of the biggest questions asked when considering installing new windows in your home is… how much will it cost? If you are interested in finding out what it’s going to cost to replace all of your windows or just a couple of windows in your home we can help. Please take a minute and…
Most people think, that, because it is getting colder outside and winter is coming, the time to replace your windows has passed. But the truth is, now is the time of year when people start noticing problems with their old windows. During spring and summer, people open their windows to let in the fresh air,…
This time of year we get a lot of questions about condensation. Your windows* are not the source of condensation – “condensation forms on a surface when the temperature of the surface is below the dew point of the air. During the winter, when the coldest surface in a room is often the window, it’s…
Last week we are asked our blog readers “What’s Wrong With This Window Installation?” We found the picture in an article posted by GreenBuildingAdvisor.com and asked our readers to identify as many installation errors they could in the photo below. According to GreenBuildingAdvisor.com, there are at least 3 installation errors. #1 – Flashing is…
We found this article at GreenBuildingAdvisor.com and we thought we’d share it! It’s part of their ongoing series, “What’s Wrong With This Picture?” – “Readers are invited to identify as many installation errors they can spot in the attached photo of a window installed in the rough opening of a new home.” The photo was…
The end of summer is a time when many are enjoying the outdoors and the last few warm days, but it’s important to remember to set aside time for repair projects around the house. Now is the perfect time to start preparing your house for the fall and winter months. If you don’t get them…
Replacing your windows is a large investment, but we believe the benefits and features that new, modern windows offer outweigh their initial price. Don’t believe us? Here are 5 Facts that prove our point! Fact #1: Today’s new windows make life much easier. Modern day mechanical components mean windows don’t stick or squeak, while materials…
Today, many projects that used to require professional assistance are becoming “do-it-yourself” – why hire someone to fix/replace something when you can “Google it” and save yourself some money, right? Some people think this way when it comes to replacing their windows. If you “Google” how to replace a window you’ll find hundreds of videos…
One thing many people don’t realize is that New York Sash does new construction windows, as well as vinyl replacement windows. Which means we can do more than just replace the windows you have – we can build the windows you want! Adding custom windows to your home is a great way to change the…
Vinyl replacement windows are one of the most popular home improvement projects. Many older homes have single-pane or uncoated double-pane windows, and while replacing your homes windows can be an expensive project, these types of windows will actually cost homeowners more money in the long run. Several studies by building associations and government agencies…