subject: Using Vinyl Replacement Windows in Connecticut [print this page] Replacement windows for Connecticut homes come in vinyl and wood options. Although the latter has aesthetic appeal, the former has practicality. As one of the most popular items for home improvements, vinyl replacement windows reduce noise and energy costs, enhance the appearance of the home, and increase your home's property values. Additionally, vinyl replacement windows for Connecticut homes are installed quickly and do not need any major construction. Additionally, as heat and energy need to be conserved, many energy-efficient Connecticut replacement windows are made from vinyl for this purpose.
Vinyl has an edge over steel and aluminum for replacement windows. Made from PVC, vinyl replacement windows are a non-conductor to heat, which adds to the insulation qualities of the frame. Much like glass windows, vinyl creates a pocket of trapped air between the inner out and outer panes. The hollow vinyl frames have multiple chambers to trap air and add strength to the frame. Most manufacturers of replacement windows, however, have switched to UPVC or PVC without plasticizers for the frame to reduce movement from heat and to resist ultraviolet rays.
Replacement windows for a Connecticut home come in two options: screwed or welded at the corners. The latter makes the frame stronger and helps make the design more energy-efficient. Additionally, if you're considering vinyl to replace existing double hung wooden frames, the new vinyl windows will have many, if not all, of the same physical qualities.
Before you purchase any set of replacement windows for your Connecticut home, measure the existing ones you have. Vinyl windows are custom built and cannot be adjusted. When measuring your existing windows, find the distance from the head jamb to the sloped sill slightly past where it meets the inside window stool. Don't measure only one window, however. Measurements between windows vary, and if you're planning to replace multiple windows in your home, measure and record the dimensions for each one.
