Frequently Asked Questions About Windows

Here are some questions to ask yourself if you are considering replacing the windows in your home:

Q.Are the frames insulated?
A. Vinyl windows with frames made of uPVC (unplasticized polyvinyl chloride) extrusions insulated with a polyurethane core are much more energy efficient than wood, multi-chambered hollow vinyl, aluminum, and composite windows. Also make sure you look at the R-Factor of both glass AND frames. Remember, the greater the R-Factor the better the insulating value. All Sunrise windows are constructed with a polyurethane core.

Q. How are the window corners connected?
A. If the corners are fusion welded together, the corners will never leak, which means neither water nor air will penetrate through the frames of the windows. However, if the corners are screwed together, mechanically fastened or chemically welded, they can start to leak over time. All Restorations windows are completely fusion welded.

Q. Do the windows have an energy efficient glass, to help reduce the transfer of heat and cold?
A. Most windows are available with Low-E Glass, some Low-E coatings are pyrolitic hard coats, some are sputter coated soft coats, and some even contain 2 layers of Low-E coating. The highest performing Low-E, Restorations Omega 12, are coated with up to twelve different layers of heat reflective metallic shields.

Q. What does the warranty cover and how long does it last?
A. Windows offer a wide range of warranties. Some offer the warranty for 5 years, many windows are warranted for 10 years, and others offer a lifetime warranty, maybe pro-rated after a few years. Restorations Windows' warranty is a lifetime, non-prorated, transferable warranty. If any part of your window ever breaks or fails, it's covered!

Replacement windows built by today's standards can pay for themselves by the amount of savings in heating and cooling costs of a home. They also offer a homeowner many different options, such as different types of glass, colors of frames, and many different styles of windows.