Sliding Replacement Windows

Sliding replacement windows in San Jose, CA have many benefits that can make your home more beautiful and more energy efficient. When choosing replacement windows, there are many options available, but you should choose the windows that will work best with your lifestyle, your home’s décor, and your family’s needs.

Some of the considerations that go into choosing replacement windows are based on functionality. For example, do the replacement windows need to have the capability to be opened (bay, bow, and picture windows are stationary windows that do not open)? Is the window opening where the replacement windows will be installed a standard size or a custom size? How much natural light do you want to come in through the replacement window? Do you want to be able to have a good view of the outside of your home? Will the window be used for ventilation during nice weather?

Sliding replacement windows offer a great set of answers to these questions.

Sliding replacement windows (which are also called gliding or slider windows) fit well in large window and custom size window openings. They have sashes that slide horizontally in both directions and they can be easily lifted out when you want to clean the windows.

Sliding replacement windows are easy to open, and are a good option for people who may have difficulty raising and lowering vertical windows like single hung and double hung windows. Sliding replacement windows are also very energy efficient, because they fit snuggly in the window frame, keeping out air drafts of cold air during the winter months and hot air during the summer months. This will translate to lower energy costs because your heating and air system won’t have to work overtime to try to keep you home’s internal temperature comfortable and consistent.

Sliding replacement windows also have a locking mechanism, consisting of a double cam lock, which will make your home more safe and secure.

Sliding replacement windows offer great ventilation. Since both panes of the windows can be open at the same time, you can get maximum air flow throughout your house when the weather is nice outside. This can also cut down on energy costs, while keeping your home’s interior comfortable.

Unobstructed views are another feature that sliding replacement windows offer. For window openings in your home where the width of the opening is larger than the height of the opening, sliding replacement windows will give you a great view of the outdoors and will allow an abundance of natural light to come into the room.

The ease of using sliding replacement windows is another feature that makes these windows a great choice. They require very little effort to open, and they glide smoothly into the open or shut position. They are an excellent choice for window openings over kitchen sinks, where raising and lowering windows can be difficult. Sliding replacement windows are also a great choice for bedrooms, dens, and dining rooms.

Sliding window replacements also add value to your home and increase your home’s curb appeal because of their ease of use, ease of maintenance, abundance of natural light, awesome outdoor views, and maximum ventilation capabilities.

To learn more about sliding replacement windows in San Jose, CA, you can talk with our expert team at California Custom Creations. You can call us at (408) 316-6293 to make an appointment for a free in-home consultation.