With poor windows responsible for up to 30% of energy loss in a home, it makes sense to replace windows with more efficient units. But if substantially rebuilding the wall gives you pause, insert ...

Figure A will help you to understand the parts of a window. Measure very carefully before you place an order, no matter what type you install. There’s nothing worse than discovering that your ...

As a committed Treehugger, one of the most important goals of my recent house renovation was to reduce energy consumption per person. The first thing many people do in a renovation is replace all the ...

In January 2020, volunteers from around York gathered in the basement of St. Christopher’s Church to build window inserts to help residents of York increase the energy efficiency and comfort of their ...

To test the quality of window replacements, CR test engineers seal one side and rig a specially made device that simulates wind. By Tobie Stanger The best replacement windows keep out noise and the ...

You might feel a draft. Or notice that your window sashes are damaged. Maybe the panes fog or condensation collects between them. Or, worse, the frame itself is rotting. If any of these scenarios are ...

Replacing your old windows with new ones could make your home quieter, let in more light, keep out cold drafts, and cut your utility bill. But the most expensive replacement windows don’t necessarily ...

You’ll make many decisions during your window replacement process, like whether it’s really time to replace your windows, what material to choose, and whether to do all of your windows at once or ...

What is the difference between new construction windows and replacement windows? If you are considering replacing the windows in your home, it can be overwhelming. There are many choices in design and ...

If you live in an older home, drafty windows are often a problem. Rather than replacing them—at an average of $850 per window—you can use window inserts to help fix the problem, save you 50% on ...

CR's wind- and rain-resistance tests reveal top performers from American Craftsman, Andersen, Jeld-Wen, Marvin, Pella, Preservation, and Reliabilt To test the quality of window replacements, CR ...