The average lifespan of windows is 15 to 20 years. If your windows are older than 15 years, you may want to consider getting new energy-efficient windows. That’s because worn-out windows are prone to air leaks that can increase your heating and cooling costs. According to the Department of Energy, heat gain and loss through windows […]

Windows do more than provide natural lighting. Their shape, size, and trim can emphasize key elements in your home. With the right window, you can transform a drab bedroom or living space into a work of art. Architects around the world have recognized windows’ eye-catching effect and used them to transform their structures into breathtaking masterpieces. Take […]

Single-Pane vs. Double-Pane vs. Triple-Pane Windows If you’ve ever shopped around for windows before then it’s likely you’ve come across single, double and triple-pane glazing options. The glass panes refer to the actual sheet of glass that provides windows with its signature look, and, over the years, manufacturers have developed these once-inefficient glazing options into the high-performance, energy-efficient windows […]

glass stands unique among building materials because of its versatility. It provides both thermal regulation and light conduction through their surface. Both elements ensure comfort and energy savings in varying measures. Renewal by Andersen® of Westchester looks at three great benefits of installing windows with low-E glass.

People get bewildered with all the technical terms when talking with a window replacement contractor representative. While our own representatives are more than happy to take the time to explain these terms during our consultations, we’ve prepared this list for the benefit of those who are more than a bit shy to ask.

Thinking about updating your New Jersey or New York metropolitan home with energy-efficient, Energy Star certified replacement patio doors? Have you checked out the Renewal by Andersen visualizer tool that allows you to design patio doors for your home, and view a digital rendering on your computer or mobile device?

Replacing windows in your New Jersey or New York metro home isn’t something most people do on a regular basis. Many first-time Renewal by Andersen of New Jersey or New York Metro customers have never purchased replacement windows or replacement patio doors before. For most people, investing in replacement windows is usually a once-in-a-lifetime event […]

Replacing patio doors on your New Jersey or New York home can dramatically transform your entrance from the back- or side-yard. While replacement patio doors are significantly different from traditional entry doors, there are a few similarities. For example, most patio doors are constructed with one or more large glass panels and a surrounding frame. […]

If you are considering installing specialty replacement windows (geometric shapes, eye-brow windows, patterned glass options) in your New York and New Jersey home, you may be perplexed on selecting window treatments. Are you wondering what type of curtains you need for your replacement windows, or even if you ought to use a window dressing at […]