Considering remodeling or retrofitting your commercial property? If so, you’re likely interested in “greening” your building, and one of the best green solutions is commercial replacement windows. Installing commercial replacement windows can significantly improve a building’s energy efficiency and make the property more attractive to renters. As a result, updating your property’s windows can help […]
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CAN WINDOWS REDUCE SOUND TRANSMISSION?
Noise pollution is a real problem for tenants in office buildings, apartments, and other properties in urban environments. According to researchers, noise pollution from traffic, nearby trains or airports contributes to stress, reduced motivation, and trouble concentrating. If your property is subjected to continuous ambient noise, you might be wondering: Is there anything I can […]
Window Condensation: Top Causes and Quick Fixes
Sections in this article: Is Condensation Caused by the Windows? When Does Condensation Most Often Occur? When is Condensation a Sign of Something More Serious? Prevention Methods How New Windows Prevent Condensation Throughout the year, window condensation – or window sweating – is a natural occurrence on the windows of your home or office, and […]
How Are Commercial Windows Tested for Strength?
Commercial properties are much more susceptible to a range of unique environmental factors, like high-speed winds, hurricane debris, and steady rains, than your home. And that means commercial windows must be much stronger and more durable. But how is the strength of a window determined? All commercial windows on the market are required to pass […]
Are Commercial Windows Cheaper Than Residential Windows?
A common misconception about commercial windows: They’re the same – albeit slightly larger than residential windows. In other words, commercial and residential windows should be priced about the same, right? That couldn’t be further from the truth. In actuality, commercial windows have a lot of differences compared to residential windows, and those differences have a […]
What Are the Best Commercial Windows for Blocking Outside Noise?
Noise can be problematic for businesses. Exterior noise – from traffic, airports, or machinery – disrupts workplaces. In the worst cases, noise can even dissuade likely tenants from renting or patrons from visiting a business. Are you looking to reduce noise in your business? Soundproof windows are one option that can help you reach that […]
Commercial Window Design for Schools
In terms of design, educational facilities are evolving. Gone are the days of dimly lit campuses. Today’s school designers are incorporating more windows to enhance the building’s efficiency, increase daylighting and maximize the aesthetic appeal of the learning environment. Yet, choosing the right commercial windows for schools and educational facilities is a challenge Schools have […]
Window Upgrades: The Top Choices for Insulation and Energy Efficiency
Insulating a commercial property or home is accomplished in many ways. The age, condition, and type of windows you have are major factors in how efficient the structure is. Any leakage can drastically increase heating and cooling costs, raising your energy bills higher than they have to be. Upgrading your windows is a good way […]
How Do Mold And Mildew Affect Air Quality In Commercial Buildings?
Mold and mildew are everywhere. Tiny spores in the air make their way into buildings and collect on any surface where there is moisture or humidity. For facility managers, these fungi are major concerns, as they have serious impacts on indoor air quality (IAQ). The effects of these contaminants range from allergic reactions to other […]
The Pros and Cons of Multi-Pane Windows
Insulating the home is accomplished in many ways. The age, condition, and type of windows you have are major factors in how efficient the structure is. Any leakage can drastically increase heating and cooling costs, raising your energy bills higher than they have to be. Upgrading your windows is a good way to spend less […]