Tri-city builders Michigan RePlacement Windows and Doors

     If it seems like everyone in your neighborhood has double hung windows, that’s because they are the most popular window type in the U.S. This type of window is composed of an upper and lower sash that can be moved up and down independently of each other, with each sash capable of being tilted inward for easy cleaning and maintenance. If you are replacing your home’s windows, particularly second-story windows where cleaning the window exteriors from the inside is preferable, double hung replacement windows are a great choice.

      Horizontal sliding windows, a favorite of mid-century design, operate like single or double hung windows but slide horizontally (left and right) instead of vertically (up and down). Replacement slider windows are available in several configurations, including 2- and 3-lite units where two sashes move horizontally. Single slider windows, available with some of our brands, have one sash (right or left) that moves while the other is fixed.

Sliding windows work well above the kitchen sink or in any room where ventilation is important. Horizontal sliding windows are perfect by themselves or paired with picture windows.

      If you are replacing sliding glass doors, it’s likely because they no longer operate as well as they once did and don’t keep the heat or cold out as they should. Vinyl sliding glass patio doors are tested against the most stringent industry standards for air and water infiltration, wind load resistance, ease of operation, and more. This means you’ll have lower heating and cooling costs, low maintenance, and increased comfort.

At the same time, our sliding patio doors offer the opportunity to upgrade the entry to your outdoor living space, with glass options that make your door more visually appealing. Our BetterVue® fiberglass mesh screens provide an enhanced view, increased insect protection, and improved airflow, while also shedding water and resisting dirt and grime.

Bay windows and bow windows are a beautiful way to draw attention to your home’s exterior, even though they technically are not single windows. Bay and bow windows are constructed of either operable double hung windows paired with picture windows, or operable casement windows paired with fixed casement windows.

The difference between a bay window vs. a bow window is simple: Comprised of three total windows, a standard bay window requires a larger window flanked on each side by a more narrow window, with each set at an angle. The center and side windows can be fixed, double hung or casement. A bow window is configured of four or more windows of equal size set at angles to create an arched projection. As with a bay window, the individual bow window components can be fixed, double hung or casement.

   Tri-City Builders LLC offers entry doors that fit any architectural style of home, with many options that enable homeowners to customize their doors to enhance their home’s curb appeal. Options include various door styles, with or without glass, as well as transoms, sidelites and French doors. Enjoy these front door images, save your favorites and envision a whole new entryway for your home!