Replacing Windows may not be the same as Improving Windows
There are many windows that are on the market for homeowners to sift though and choose for their home. Each window manufacture offers unique options and benefits to address the needs of home’s. But what can be a constant for homeowners, is a Professional Installar like Opal Enterprises.
There are a few factors that homeowners consider when choosing windows for their project.
Energy Efficiency •Installation Method• Curb appeal • Window Brand • Company who will Install
Energy Efficiency: When exploring window brands that offer Energy Efficiency, homeowners will run into the terms, U-Factor and R-Factor. When looking at a window, you will want to at least consider finding the lowest U factor and highest R factor possible. Another term homeowner’s will encounter is: Low-E, which stands for “low emissivity” and is the glass coating that improves thermal performance. The microscopic metallic oxide layers help reflect OR absorb the sun’s warmth. Low-E also reduces UV damaging rays.
U factor is the measure of transfer of energy. R factor is the ability to contain energy.
Installation Method: A replacement window can be made to fit into an existing opening that a window currently occupies and is in fact installed within the frame of an existing window. This is cost effective way of installing a new window. Homeowners may hear the term “pocket”, or “insert” window. A New Construction Window is made for a new opening where there isn’t a window presently or where an existing window is completely removed, called a Rough Opening. This installation method is all known as “full-frame window replacement” or “total window replacement”. We here at Opal Enterprises prefer this method of window installation and offer it to every homeowner. It is a more complete and inclusive window installation method. The existing and failing window is removed in its entirety, and the frame is taken down to the studs. The new and improved window is installed into a clean and rot-free opening.
Opal's Professional Installer flashes the window opening properly
Opal's Full Frame Window Replacement
Opal Enterprises' Installer makes proper adjustment to ensure flawless installation of your new window!
To help understand which type of installation method of new windows is best suited for your home, you can tell by first observing the exterior sill. This is the portion of the window at the bottom of the frame that typically protrudes anywhere from ” to as much as 3″ off the face of the house. (Typically you see larger sills on historic homes) If there is no sill, you may find a piece of casing running along the bottom of the window frame. The condition of this piece functions as an equally good barometer. Take a peek under the sill and determine if there is any rot.
Opal will examine each window opening for you. There are times when a mixture of replacement methods can be used on the same home.
We are careful with our homeowners budget while ensuring the project is installed absolutely correctly.
Opal offers a strong 5-year warranty on all windows installed for homes in the western suburbs of Chicagoland!
Curb appeal: While Opal Enterprises offers several window brands that range in material type: Vinyl, Fiberglass and Wood windows that are clad on the exteriors. Opal is also proud that we offer homeowners pre-finished interiors by our on-staff painter!
While we stand behind all of the window we offer to homeowners, I would like to offer a brief shout out for the Marvin Integrity Line.
Marvin Integrity Windows brought to you by Opal Enterprises: Made from Ultrex fiberglass. “Ultrex’ is Marvin’s term for the innovative pultruded fiberglass that boats out-performance of vinyl windows. Marvin is the solution for homeonwers that have experienced low-quality vinyl windows (but mind you there are high-quality vinyl windows that are the market, like ALSIDE vinyl windows that Opal is proud to offer!)
You can read about Marvin Integrity Windows and the descriptive features on our web site . When a project manger with Opal Enterprises was asked, “Put simply, why do you personally like Marvin Integrity windows?” The answer given was simple; “Because they are made from fiberglass! The acrylic paint finish is very durable, the window has a clean look with a thin frame that offers plenty of glass and it is energy efficient!”
Trust Opal Enterprises to help educate you on all the windows that are out on the market, and listen to our expertise options on what window is best for your home and your budget! But don’t take just our own word that we are the reputable contractor for your window project; check us out on Angie’s list,(Opal has an A rating) Guild Quality, The Best Picks Report Book on Window Installers, the Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce, our online Google Reviews and of course the Chicagoland BBB (Opal maintains a strong A+!!)
Call Opal Enterprises at 888-676-OPAL today to begin your window IMPROVEMENTS!
