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The 5 Costliest Mistakes in Window Buying
You’ve never had to think about windows a day in your life. All you know is that your current windows are drafty, old and fogged up. We believe that window shopping should be simple, honest, and centered around answering your questions. We want to help you find your way to the best windows for your…
Read More10 Signs That the Windows in Your New Home Need to be Replaced
10 Signs That the Windows in Your New Home Need to be Replaced It’s the rare homebuyer who moves into their new residence and finds nothing at all to renovate. Some things are obvious: atrocious wallpaper, rotting decking, or leaking fixtures. But the average person can’t tell the quality of one window from another.…
Read More4 Ways To Know: Should you Repair or Replace Your Windows?
There are a number of reasons why you might have the window blues. Ugly windows, drafty windows, and foggy windows are some of the most common frustrations that we hear from homeowners in Atlanta. But how do you know when it’s time to actually replace them? Window repair for glass and components is usually an…
Read MoreHow To Read An NFRC Label
How to Read An NFRC Label Labels can tell you a lot: what’s in your food, how much something costs, or how flammable it might be. The most important label on your windows is the NFRC label. NFRC stands for the National Fenestration Rating Council—“fenestration” is just a fancy Latin word for windows. Like…
Read MoreHow To Find The Right Window Company in Atlanta
How To Find The Right Window Company in Atlanta You’re running through a hazy hall of mirrors. Every direction you turn, you see more glass, more reflections of yourself looking confused and lost. The maze seems endless, and all you want is to find the right path to the exit. This is most people…
Read MoreWhat Are Low-E Windows?
What Are Low-E Replacement Windows? Low Emissivity coating, commonly referred to as “Low E” is an optional feature you will find offered by many replacement window companies. While each window company may have their own spin or name for this feature, the basic functionality of Low-E is the same for all. What is Low E?…
Read MoreAre Triple Pane Windows Really Better Than Double Pane Windows?
Are Triple Pane Windows Really Better Than Double Pane Windows? It seems like simple arithmetic: if more glass means more insulation, three panes must be better than two. The truth is, triple pane windows are only right for certain homes. Most people will get the best value out of a double pane window, because you…
Read MoreWhat Are Triple Pane Windows?
Three panes of glass separated by pockets of argon or krypton gas—that’s the short answer. Recent pushes towards energy efficiency have seen double pane windows become the standard in most new homes, but some homeowners want to take this a step further and install windows with three panes instead of two. Why is…
Read MoreWhat Are Double Pane Windows?
Double pane windows are exactly what they sound like—windows made up of two panes of glass. Most older homes were built with single pane windows, but recently it has become standard to see double pane windows on the majority of modern homes. That extra plate of glass goes a long way. Why is…
Read MoreWhat Are Energy Star Windows?
When it comes to energy efficiency in your home, the Energy Star label is the most important feature to look for. Almost any product manufactured for your home, including windows, can be certified an Energy Star product, a certification created by the EPA and Department of Energy. The Window Source of Atlanta is proud to…
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