The right windows can protect your Covington home from harmful UV rays and increase your energy efficiency. Acadian offers a wide range of options to meet the needs of every customer.
The type of window you choose affects style, energy efficiency, and cost. Explore our selection of vinyl, wood, and aluminum clad windows to find the best option for your home.
Vinyl
Invented by Waldo Semon in the 1920s, vinyl is an adaptable material that has a number of commercial and industrial uses. It’s a durable material that resists wear and tear and comes in a wide array of colors, textures, and finishes. Vinyl can even be used for promotional purposes, like window decals or graphics that advertise businesses. Perforated vinyl can also be used for main windows to display a company logo without obstructing the view from inside.
Vinyl is easy to care for and offers great insulation. It’s made from PVC, which is derived from hydrocarbon feedstocks — including petroleum, natural gas, and coal — to create unique synthetic products called polymers. Chlorine provides another benefit: It acts as an effective flame retardant. Unlike many other plastics, which are oil-based, vinyl is not sensitive to changes in the world oil market.
Wood
Windows let in light, open a view to the outdoors, and bring fresh air inside. They make a huge difference in the overall feel of a home or business, and are one of the most important pieces in determining how a building functions.
Windows are available in a variety of materials, each with different strengths and qualities. The right window can transform a space and help your Mandeville home or office look and function its best.
Wood windows offer a natural look, and can be painted or stained. They are durable and insulating, but require regular maintenance. Wood is hygroscopic, meaning that it absorbs water in damp conditions, and releases it when the temperature rises. Aluminum is a popular choice for modern aesthetics, but is less insulated than other options. Fiberglass is a newer option that offers the benefits of both wood and aluminum.
Aluminum
Adding new windows can significantly increase your home’s value and decrease energy costs. However, it’s important to select a window that meets your needs and budget. In addition to the cost of the replacement, you will also need to consider the installation costs.
There are several different types of aluminum windows available, including hopper, fixed and jalousie windows. Some of these have unique features that can meet your specific needs. For example, hopper windows open like a set of blinds, while jalousie windows have glass slats that can be opened or closed. Energy-efficient replacement windows are also available, which use Low-E glass and Intercept warm-edge spacer system to reduce energy consumption by 12%. This can help save on your electricity bill and qualify you for energy saving tax credits.
Fiberglass
The older sibling of jars and kitchen drinking glasses, fiberglass is a versatile material. It has the tensile strength of steel and is impervious to water, corrosive chemicals, and mildew. It also resists expansion and shrinkage.
The material is made from a combination of resins and glass fibers. It’s used in the production of swimming pools and automobile parts, as well as many household products. It’s often used to make composite materials.
Most people don’t see or think of fiberglass often, but it’s present in carpeting, ceiling tiles, roofing shingles, and construction materials. It’s even found in surfboards and swimsuits. Fiberglass is a strong, durable material that’s a good choice for your Mandeville window replacement project. It offers excellent insulation, keeping your home warm in the winter and cool in the summer.
Steel
The material you choose has a significant impact on your window’s aesthetic and durability. It also affects energy efficiency and cost. We’ll help you understand the different options to make an informed decision for your Mandeville home.
Aluminum windows offer a modern look and are strong and easy to install. They require little maintenance but are less insulated than other materials. Fiberglass is a newer material that offers the strength of aluminum with wood’s insulating properties. It’s durable and low-maintenance, but more expensive than aluminum.
Specialized windows are also available for your Mandeville home, including bay and bow windows, hopper windows, fixed windows, and Jalousie windows with glass slats that open like blinds. We also offer energy-efficient replacement windows with low e glass and thermal breaks to reduce your energy costs.