A Clear View – Our Blog
The goal of our blog is to provide you with clear information about windows, siding and doors. We take our most asked questions and blog about them for our customers, future customers and anyone else just wondering about their windows, siding and doors.
Pros and Cons of Casement Windows
Casement windows are growing in popularity throughout Arlington and the DFW metro area. There are many reasons homeowners choose casement their replacement windows. However, like any window style, they have some drawbacks. Here are a few things to know before you...
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U-Factor or SHGC – Which is More Important?
Both are important window terms you should understand if you’re looking at new windows for your home. New and replacement windows are evaluated by the independent organization the National Fenestration Rating Council® (NFRC). It’s their goal that homeowners can...
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Window Buying Mistakes To Avoid
As your home ages, you begin looking at replacing things. You may start with smaller things like a new dishwasher, but eventually you’ll need to replace your siding, roofing and windows. When you are looking at new windows, don’t make these common window buying...
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About Today’s Vinyl Windows
Vinyl windows came on the market in the 1950’s as an alternative to wood windows. They grew in popularity in the 70’s. Now they’re the most popular option for both new construction windows and replacement windows. However, like so many things in and around our homes,...
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Window Maintenance
Whether you have decades old windows or new windows, maintenance will help them not only look good, but do their job. As a replacement window company, we’ve seen many instances where if the homeowners had taken care of maintenance, they may not have had to replace...
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Air or Gas Filled Windows
Before we dive into discussing which is better, air or gas filled windows, let’s remember that not all windows, no matter what they’re filled with are the same. If you’re going to look at options for your new windows, make sure you are comparing similar construction...
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Exterior Color Trends
Your home’s curb appeal is greatly influenced by your siding and windows. If your windows are cracked, peeling or just don’t help with your home’s energy efficiency, you should know about some of the color trends in windows. Of course, siding is your home’s other big...
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Should You Choose Wood Replacement Windows?
In Texas wood replacement windows aren’t very popular. Most often we install vinyl replacement windows. However, wood windows still exist because their beauty can’t be matched by vinyl or aluminum. Their maintenance and how easily they can be damaged by pests and...
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Consider New Windows During a Remodel
If you’re planning a home remodel, whether interior, exterior or both, consider new windows. Quality replacement windows may not have been in your original remodeling budget, but they add significantly to your home in several ways. Curb Appeal & Interior...
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Why We Sell Multiple Window Brands
Affordable Replacement Window Systems is an independent replacement window company. That means we can sell any brand of window that we want. We don’t sell every brand. Only the ones we believe offer quality and energy efficiency at an affordable price. It also means...
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