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Sun Rooms, An Idea and Contractor Guide
Frequently Asked Questions
Glossary of common sun room and window terms
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Sunroom?
A sunroom is a beautiful addition to your existing home. It's a place to relax and unwind, a place that can make your home feel like a vacation.
In what sizes are SRC sunrooms available?
SRC sunrooms are custom built to fit your home, your budget, and your dreams.
What about the cost?
Because the addition of a sunroom to your home will increase your home's value substantially, you should think of a new sunroom as an investment. The amount of investment varies depending on the sunroom you would like to own: its size, style, and added options.
Who will install my SRC sunroom?
SRC hand-picks and trains all its dealers, so you can be sure the people who install your sunroom are experts.
How long does it take to install a sunroom?
It takes just a few days to install your new SRC sunroom.
How will an SRC sunroom hold up to harsh weather and elements?
Every SRC sunroom is built to the highest construction standards. The windows and wall system can withstand winds of up to 140mph. And the roof system can hold loads over 50 lbs. per square foot. As you can see, SRC means strength and durability, even in the harshest conditions.
What kind of warranty does SRC provide?
All SRC products are covered by a fully transferable lifetime warranty.
Glossary of common sun room and window terms
Aluminum Window Frames - Commonly used to construct window frames. Aluminum window frames are both light and durable. Though not energy efficient, aluminum frames cost less than both vinyl and wood frames.
Argon - Argon is a type of glass typically put into the airspace separating the panes of a dual glass window to increase energy efficiency.
Double Glass - Also called insulated glass, a double glass window is constructed from two pieces of glass separated with airspace in between. This airspace acts as a buffer, decreasing the amount of heat lost through the glass.
Low E glass - Greatly contributes to windows' energy efficiency. Low E glass has been coated with a special metallic coating that deflects UV and infrared rays and limits solar heat gain.
New Construction - Also called nail-on frames, this type of frame installation is used for new construction where the window frame is nailed to the studs.
Obscure Glass - A type of glass meant to camouflage a window. Often used in bathrooms. Styles include: rainglass, glue chip, reed glass, and several others.
Retrofit Frame Installation - This type of frame is used when one has existing wood or aluminum windows and wants to upgrade them without damaging stucco or siding.
Single Glass Window - A single glass window constructed of just one pane of glass. Most builders no longer use single glass because it is not energy efficient. See Double Glass Window.
Tempered Glass - Often called safety glass, tempered glass does not shatter as easy as non-tempered glass. When it does break, it crumbles into very small pieces to reduce the threat of injury. Used in all doors and most windows installed within 18 inches of the floor.
Tinted Glass - Coated with a darker color to reduce sun glare and solar heat gain.
Vinyl Window Frames - Vinyl window frames are durable and energy efficient--they conserve up to 30% more energy.
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