What Is the Difference Between a New & Replacement Window?

There is one key difference between new windows and replacement windows. New construction or new home windows are designed to be installed before brick or any other material is installed onto the side of the home. These windows are installed as the home is being built or the exterior is being replaced. And, they have a nail fin around the edge of the frame that allows them to be installed directly to the framing members of the home during construction. They are typically lower quality and simply designed to save on building costs.

Replacement windows, on the other hand, are designed to be installed after the brick or other material is already installed onto the side of the home. They do not need to be installed to the framing members of the home, and they can be removed and installed without causing any disruption to the existing home exterior material. They are generally much higher quality than new construction windows and are more energy efficient.

They come in many styles – double hung, casement, awning, etc. – and are available in a variety of different materials. Replacement vinyl windows, for instance, are popular among homeowners due to their attractive appearance, minimal maintenance requirements, and energy efficiency benefits.

Vinyl Replacement Windows from American Home Design

Here at American Home Design, we proudly offer and install top-quality vinyl replacement windows from trusted manufacturer Preservation®. They are energy-efficient and feature multiple-layer glass that is coated with a low-emissivity glazing to reduce heat transfer. This can reduce the burden placed on your HVAC system to maintain comfortable indoor temperatures during the frigid winters and sweltering summers, which may lead to energy savings.

For more information about the vinyl replacement windows that we install for homeowners in Murfreesboro, TN, and throughout the nearby communities, contact American Home Design today.