“There are lots of window and door companies out there,” says Jeff Kendall, co-owner of Custom Exteriors, Inc. in Pleasanton, “and many use high-pressure sales techniques designed to get you to sign a contract, because the actual product they’re selling is generally an afterthought.” The notion that “a window is just a window” is a fallacy, says Kendall. Each home is different and requires an expert to recommend the best window and door solutions. “All windows are not created equal. If you take time to get honest, straightforward facts, your decision will be easier.”
Replacing your windows can decrease the cost of energy used to heat and cool a home, reduce the amount of exterior noise, and improve a home’s overall value. To make sure your windows are of the highest quality, use this simple checklist and confirm they’re:
• Designed and manufactured specifically for California homes.
• Put through a rigorous 14-point test to ensure a lifetime guarantee (ask for the test results).
• Designed with an Infinite High Performance Glazing System to guard against premature fading of art, carpets, furniture, and drapery. • Manufactured with Low-E glass as a standard feature.
• Manufactured with a patented, two-layer metallic coating to block damaging UV rays, deflect outside heat and reduce heating loss.
• Manufactured with a layer of silica dioxide designed to keep windows cleaner longer and to make cleaning easier.
• Manufactured with a patent-pending, three-chambered spacer, providing the highest resistance to mold-causing condensation and the best U-factor to increase overall thermal efficiency.
• Manufactured with fully welded corners, virgin vinyl, titanium dioxide, UV inhibitors in multi-chambered frames, and retro-fin to ensure maximum energy efficiency and long lasting durability.
• Manufactured with thicker than standard glass.
• Manufactured with argon gas for maximum efficiency.
• Installed by certified professionals employed by the company selling the products.
• Installed with low expanding foam insulation to eliminate any air or water leaks.
• Able to be painted with your choice of 19 custom, exterior colors.
• Double latched for added security.
• Equipped with a Lifetime Guarantee.
• Installed by a locally owned and operated company with a reputation for quality and customer satisfaction.
