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New ProVia Steel & Fiberglass Doors
Custom Windows of Texas is proud to announce new Provia Legacy, Heritage, Signet, and Embarq doors. These doors are sturdy and reliable for years to come. ProVia offers a...
Happy Thanksgiving from Custom Windows!
Whether you’re new to Custom Windows or you’ve been with us for a while, we want to wish you a happy Thanksgiving! It’s time to take time off work, enjoy a great meal, and spend...
Keep Your House Cool in Warm Weather
Houston has a very confusing climate. A week of chilly autumn weather might be followed up with bright sun and temperatures more reminiscent of early summer before cooling down...
Window Energy Efficiency: Energy Star
As you look for energy-efficient windows, you’ll see the term “Energy Star-certified” showing up frequently. It’s easy to misunderstand this as simply being a blanket endorsement...
Window Energy Efficiency: Condensation Resistance
If you’ve ever had a cold drink outside during the summer, you know the familiar feeling of your glass “sweating” in your hand. Of course, the moisture isn’t coming from a crack...
Window Energy Efficiency: Air Leakage
When storm winds blow, can you feel air drafting through the corners or meeting points of your windows? Do you notice that you are having to clean the dust from your window...
Window Energy Efficiency: Visible Transmittance
Homeowners rely on windows for a variety of reasons. They allow us to see outdoors and enjoy natural sunlight without sacrificing energy efficiency or letting rain into the...
Window Energy Efficiency: SHGC
In a consistently hot climate, keeping solar heat outside your house should be a high priority. There’s no shortage of solutions on the market: insulation, specialized roof...
Window Energy Efficiency: U-Factor
This is the first in a series of articles dealing with window energy efficiency terminology. Check back for more! Windows have to undergo multiple tests and meet high standards...
Things To Inspect Annually to Maintain Optimum Weather Seal & Efficiency
Durable glass and sturdy window frames help keep the wind and rain outside your house, but here are some tips that you can do that will help maintain maximum efficiency and...