What should you be considering as you choose a replacement window contractor? One of the big things to look for is somebody that has the proper insurance. Be aware that there are many contractors out there that don’t carry liability insurance, which covers the costs of anything they accidentally damage in your home. And accidents […]

Do you feel a draft through your windows during the winter? Can you hear your noisy neighbors like they are in your room?  Are you sick of high energy bills?  These might be signs that it is time to invest in replacement windows for your home.  Most homeowners hope to only purchase replacement windows for […]

Entry doors have become the focal point of both modern and classic style homes.  Many people enjoy the aesthetic benefits of a beautiful front door, but there are also functional benefits that you should research before choosing the “cheap” stylish door to replace your home’s old and outdated front door.  AHT Wisconsin Windows installs Home […]

If you have shopped for replacement windows in the past, then you know that there are more options than just how many panes of glass you can get.  Upgrading your windows can help with energy efficiency, noise reduction, UV-ray protection, and durability.  Some options to upgrade your replacement windows include Low-E Coating, Glass Thickness, and […]

Vinyl Replacement Windows in Madison, WI has been popular in the past due to low maintenance, but when doing your research for your upcoming window replacement project you need to take into consideration some of the disadvantages of vinyl replacement windows vs the advantages of composite replacement windows.  Disadvantages of Vinyl Replacement Windows Madison, WI […]

Vinyl Replacement Windows Vinyl window frames are usually made of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) with ultraviolet light (UV) stabilizers to keep sunlight from breaking down material as much as possible.  There are differences in the quality of one manufacturer’s vinyl compared to another,  This is because a vinyl window frame is made from a compound–a recipe […]

Windows almost always represent the largest source of unwanted heat loss and heat gain in buildings.  In locales with extreme weather conditions like those we have here in Wisconsin, the importance of minimizing heat loss in the winter and heat gain in the summer should not be underestimated.  Window quality can make a huge difference […]

One of the things to consider as you weigh the price of new windows is the warranty on a window and how long that warranty’s going last because that’s going to determine how far into the future your energy savings can be figured against your cost for the window.  I other words, if your window […]

Ease of operation and maintenance–particularly cleaning– is the second most frequent reason homeowners replace their windows.  Most newer windows either swing, slide or tilt in for easier cleaning, meaning you no longer have to go outside to wash the exterior surfaces–you can wash them from inside the house. Replacement windows available today are generally much […]

One complaint we hear from homeowners about their current windows is that they can feel air coming through their windows.  What is happening is that air passes from outside to inside the home through gaps and cracks in the window frames and/or sashes.  This is known as air infiltration, which is usually due to: Windows […]