Windows Coralville

WINDOWS CORALVILLE, IA

4 Different Window Options for Your Residential Property

The windows of your home are an important feature. They can add a touch of beauty as well as give the house an unmaintained look. If the windows of your home are making the house look unkempt and you are ready to replace them, the good news is when choosing residential windows Coralville homeowners have several options to choose from. 
While looking through the many options it is helpful to understand the various features, such as energy efficiency and framing options. The right windows will definitely have an impact on the functionality of your home. Keep in mind that windows are not simply a hole in the wall that provides light; they are also a major part of your homes appeal. So, it is essential that you choose not only the ones that best suit your functional needs but that they give your home the look you want.

Type of Windows to Choose From

A few types of windows Coralville homeowners have to choose from include:
  • Single or double hung-single hung windows have one moveable and one fixed sash. Double hung windows have two sashes with one installed directly above the other. Both sashes of double hung windows are moveable and they can slide over one another. One of the best features of double hung windows is that they do not take up any exterior space and they are great for areas where you do not have full access to open and close them.
  • Casement windows-these types of windows operate like a door in that it can swing from one side to the other. The windows Coralville homeowners typically use in areas where there is limited reach or in homes where physical access is limited, are casement windows. They are operated by a crank mechanism, but with a push-out style.
  • Awning-these are the windows Coralville homeowners choose when they want windows that swing out horizontally from the top. The window opens at the bottom and typically goes outward/upward, resembling an awning. This type of window is often used in the top sections of bay windows. They allow light to enter the room and can be used to let a breeze in when it’s raining outside, without the worry of rain blowing in.
  • Hopper-these types of windows are very similar to awning windows except it is flipped over and opens from the top. Hopper windows can also open towards the inside instead of the outside. These are the types of windows Coralville homeowners choose to have installed when there is a need for small window applications. For example, these types of windows are often used in basements, because they allow light in, but are small enough to prevent the risk of an intruder getting through it. Hopper windows are also easily cleaned from the inside.
  • Tilt & Turn-this type of window is a combination of a casement window and a hopper window. They can swing open as well as tilt inward from the top. One of the primary advantages with tilt and turn windows is their flexibility.
When choosing windows Coralville homeowners often limit their options to standard types of windows. Fortunately, with the variety of options to choose from, you can even consider installing a small, moveable window in current fixed windows. For example, instead of installing glass blocks in the basement, consider the option of installing a hopper, which will allow you to open the windows in the basement, let a breeze in and maybe encourage you to spend more time down there. When it comes to windows, you are only limited by your imagination.
Whether you are considering replacing one or all of the windows in your home, not only can BW Construction help you choose the best windows for your specific needs, but we can install them for you as well.
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