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Product Spotlight: Tru-Frame Vinyl Garden Windows

February 21, 2020 by Dick's Rancho Glass

Are you looking to install a new garden window or replace an old drafty garden window at your home? Dick’s Rancho Glass is a certified dealer of Tru-Frame vinyl garden windows. These beautiful garden windows feature a welded vinyl frame with extruded aluminum interior supports for added strength. Some of the benefits to having a vinyl frame, as opposed to an aluminum frame, are that the vinyl frames have on average about 75% less conductivity than aluminum which will produce a much better thermal performance and much greater condensation resistance. The Tru-Frame vinyl garden windows also feature dual-pane LowE2 glass which helps reduce heat transmission and ultraviolet rays. The Tru-frame greenhouse windows come with easy to operate side vents with locks and one fully adjustable tempered glass shelf so you can display your plants and other items. You can choose between white, tan or almond colored frames. Here is an example of a recent project that we completed in Arden Park, where we replaced the old bronze aluminum garden window with a new Tru-Frame white vinyl garden window. Call us today (916)363-6554 to get a free phone quote for your very own Tru-Frame vinyl garden window!

Are you looking to update your old aluminum garden window with something more energy-efficient?  As a Tru-Frame® window dealer in Sacramento Dick’s Rancho Glass can help!   We have over 50 years of experience in window installation, and we’re happy to serve homeowners throughout the Sacramento Area.  To keep your home beautiful and energy efficient, we are proud to offer a large selection replacement windows, including high-quality Tru-Frame® windows. Call us today for an estimate on installing a NEW Tru-Frame® vinyl greenhouse window with LowE glass.  Or to begin exploring more of your replacement window options, check out our windows options, give us a call, contact us online, or visit one of our two glass showrooms in the Sacramento region:

Dick’s Rancho Glass Sacramento at 2900 ROUTIER ROAD

Or call us at (916)363-6554
Dick’s Rancho Glass Fair Oaks at 5349 SAN JUAN AVE.

Or call us at (916)863-2500

~ At Dick’s Rancho Glass our versatility and pride of craftsmanship are keys to our success. Our excellent reputation has been built on the foundations of quality, reliability, and maintaining a dedicated staff. ~

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Window Replacement Mistakes to Avoid

September 3, 2019 by Dick's Rancho Glass

Milgard Tuscany Series Windows | vinyl replacement window sacramentoSooner or later many homeowners have to deal with a window replacement project, so it’s best to be prepared.  It’s important to get your window replacement done right the first time as mistakes made can be costly in the future.   Even the highest rated premium quality windows cannot showcase their full performance if they’re not properly placed and installed.  To help you through the process, here are some common mistakes you need to avoid when planning your window replacement project.

Installing Replacement Windows Yourself – [Read more…]

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Replacement Windows Can Help You Beat the Heat

July 8, 2019 by Dick's Rancho Glass

The hotter it gets, the more those drafty windows can cost you.  When the summer sun shines down through your windows, and the hot air from outside finds its way inside, your air conditioning unit will have to work overtime to keep up.  Replacing leaky, drafty, inefficient windows, with modern energy-efficient windows can add to your comfort level and wallet.  Energy efficient windows are constructed using multiple components that will work together to help boost the insulating properties of a window.

Airtight Window Frames

In addition to making sure your new windows are the proper size and are properly installed for an airtight fit, [Read more…]

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Factors that Affect the Price of New Upgrade Windows

June 26, 2019 by Dick's Rancho Glass

There are several variables to consider when estimating the cost of new replacement windows, some may seem obvious like window size and different product lines and materials, others may not be; like installation method, energy efficiency, or warranties.  While windows may look similar, construction differences not necessarily visible on the surface can make a big difference in the windows performance, durability and of course price.  Here are some of the materials and construction considerations with the biggest impact on cost:

Tuscany Series windows in home - Milgard dealer sacramentoWindow Frame Material

Not all window frame materials are created equal.  Window frames come in different materials including wood, vinyl, aluminum, fiberglass, and composite.  There are pros and cons for all types of frame materials.  Generally speaking metal frames are used for commercial buildings and not often chosen for residential homes.  Composite windows offer high performance, but are the most expensive option. Fiberglass, wood, and vinyl are the most common materials used in window frames for single family homes.  Fiberglass window frames are strong and durable, but are often quite a bit more costly than the other options.  While real wood windows can be beautiful, they tend to be pricey and high-maintenance over time.  Vinyl is the most cost effective window frame material, but you’ll need to be sure to choose a reputable window contractor for purchase and installation.

Window Frame Insulation

Simply put, the better the insulation the more expensive the window.  Most modern windows have hollow spaces through which air can travel.  Less expensive windows are sold with no insulation.  Mid-range and higher cost windows are filled with quality insulating materials.

install windows in kitchen | milgard window dealer rancho cordovaWindow Installation Process

Full-Frame window installation is the process of replacing the entire window.  Everything comes out including the window, the sill, and the trim.  This process is slower and there is often touch-up required after the job is finished.

Flush fin (also called Z-bar) replacement windows are commonly used in California and other markets with aluminum windows in stucco home exteriors.  This method leaves the original aluminum window frame intact and provides very little opportunity for the stucco siding to be damaged.

Block frame or insert replacement windows, are typically found in markets where wood windows are in place, and the exterior is siding or brick. In most parts of the country, the block frame window is simply a new construction window frame with the nail fin removed. Your contractor will want to ensure that there’s been no damage to the studs and there is proper insulation and flashing before using this type of window.

window Dual Pane Anatomy - energy efficient windows sacramentoNumber of Window Panes

Windows for residential homes are generally single, double, or triple paned.  Single paned perform windows perform poorly and are commonly found in houses that where built before the 1970s.  Double paned windows greatly increased the performance of windows in terms of energy efficiency performance.

Triple paned windows (or triple glazing) adds a third layer of glass that improves insulating properties of the window.

Window Gasses

Window gas is several times denser than air and is injected in-between panes of window glass to slow the transfer of hot or cold air.  Argon gas is often an option offered by top window manufacturers.  It enhances thermal performance without getting in the way of the view.  Krypton is another invisible gas that offers higher levels of thermal protection.

Window Coating

Glass coating technology has helped create more energy efficient windows.  Low-E glass coatings – Low-E means ‘low emissivity’ and describes glass that has a solar control coating to improve thermal performance.  A thin coating is applied to one side of the glass to reflect heat toward the outside in the summer and keep heat inside in the winter.  In addition to reducing energy costs, glass coatings can reduce the fading of furniture and other fixtures in the home.

Although window replacement can be a big expense, not replacing those windows can carry a big price tag as well.  Poor energy performance resulting in higher energy bills, or damage due to operational malfunctions in windows can cost you over-time.  New replacement windows can also be an investment in your homes curb and comfort appeal.

Certified Milgard Windows Dealer sacramento - logoAt Dick’s Rancho Glass we have many years of experience in window installation, and we are happy to serve homeowners throughout the Sacramento Area.  To keep your home beautiful and energy efficient, we are proud to offer a large selection replacement windows, including high quality Milgard® windows.  To begin exploring your replacement window options, check out our gallery, give us a call, click here to contact us, or visit one of our two glass showrooms in the Sacramento region:

Dick’s Rancho Glass Sacramento at 2900 ROUTIER ROAD

Or call us at (916)363-6554
Dick’s Rancho Glass Fair Oaks at 5349 SAN JUAN AVE.

Or call us at (916)863-2500

 

~ At Dick’s Rancho Glass our versatility and pride of craftsmanship are keys to our success. Our excellent reputation has been built on the foundations of quality, reliability, and maintaining a dedicated staff. ~

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Signs That Your House May Need New Windows

June 11, 2019 by Dick's Rancho Glass

Windows are an import part of your homes operating system.  Windows, doors, insulation, along with heating and cooling units, all need to function together properly to keep your home comfortable, safe, and efficient.  With home improvement projects being potentially time consuming and costly, it’s easy to try to put off something like window replacement until the last minute.  So how do you know when it’s time to start planning to replace those old worn out windows?

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Cracked window glass.

Cracks in your window glass pane will allow spots for air to leak in and out of your window.  A large enough crack can also permit water to enter possibly creating damage to wood surfaces.  Cracked windows are unsightly and ruin your homes curb appeal lowering its value.

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Sacramento location of Dick's Rancho Glass in Rancho Cordova

SACRAMENTO

2900 ROUTIER ROAD

SACRAMENTO CA 95827

CONTRACTORS LICENSE: c17-495264

Phone: (916) 363-6554

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5349 SAN JUAN AVE.

FAIR OAKS, CA 95628

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Phone: (916) 863-2500

Fax: (916) 863-2505

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