Windows & Energy Savings

A building's windows can account for up to 40% of its heat loss and gain. There are three primary factors to consider when thinking about your building's energy conservation: Air infiltration; Radiant heat loss/gain; and heat loss/gain through conduction. All three factors can be reduced dramatically using The Window Man's Mon-Ray secondary glazing windows.

Some of The Window Man's Mon-Ray Secondary Glazing projects in the Metro DC area include

* (HOLC) Home Loan Building in Washington DC
* National Research Council in Washington DC
* Various Interior Mounts in the (USDA) Department of Agriculture in Washington DC
* Various Interior Mounts in the (NIH) National Institutes of Health in Maryland
* The Naval Academy's Ward Hall in Annapolis MD
* Seaford Middle School
* Middletown Middle School in Delaware
* Department of State Training Facility in Arlington VA
* National Park Service Building in Harpers Ferry WVA
* John Hopkins Applied Physics Lab
* Green Peace Headquarters

To find out how Mon-Ray secondary glazing windows can improve your residential or commercial property's energy conservation stop by any of The Window Man's three area showrooms.

Learn About Windows

Here at The Window Man we're known as The Educational Window Company because we dedicate ourselves to educating potential clients about windows and doors. We want all of our customers to have the necessary information to make informed decisions about windows and doors. Take a look at our website:

The Window Tips section answers the most asked and sought after window questions like interpreting energy ratings, along with what to look of in your next window;

The Window Materials sections reviews the pros and cons of popular window materials so you can choose the best window type for your area or situation;

The Window Terms section defines popular window industry terms and jargon for easy comparison between window brands.

Why Windows & Doors Cost So Much

Justice Clarence Thomas recently asked me why windows and doors cost so much. The answer is:

...Windows are some of only a few parts of your home that impact both the inside and outside of it.
...Windows have to look good and look appropriate to your home as they attract the eye from inside and out and they add curb appeal.
...Windows must also perform! Let light inside, allow fresh air in "ventilation" and at the same time be able to stop air infiltration, stop radiant heat loss & gain and reduce fading. All while keeping a slim profile (most window sash are less than 1/4 as thick as walls) and of course they are not allowed to let in any water!

They must do all of this while looking good! We should give them female names--a lot of multitasking while looking good!!

Tips on Winterizing Your Home

The Window Man's own Tom Patterson was interviewed for this month's VivaTysons about his tips for maintaining and upgrading a fine home winterization.

His top tip? High performance storm windows. Click here to read the article, which appears on page 78.

For a personal consultation about winterizing your home with one of The Window Man's representatives, visit any of our three Northern Virginia showrooms.

Worried About Highway Noise

From highway noise to airplane noise to mechanical noise, The Window Man is an expert at helping you choose the right noise-blocking window to keep your residential or commercial property quiet and serene no matter how chaotic the outside environment.


For an estimate or to lean more information about the various noise blocking solutions available today, contact The Window Man by calling 703-978-9888 or by visiting any of our three area showrooms.

Washington, DC Storm Windows

With Winter fast approaching the Washington DC area, many DC, VA and MD homeowners and commercial property owners are updating their storm windows, replacement storm windows, Energy Saving Storm Windows to protect their homes--and pocket books.

At The Window Man's northern Virginia locations we're excited to carry a variety of storm windows like Aluminum Storm Windows, Steel & Fire Rated Windows, Composite Storm Windows, Acoustical Storm Windows, Vinyl Storm windows, Fiberglass storm windows, and Commercial Storm Doors. Storm window brands you're likely to see at our Chantilly, Alexandria and Fairfax locations include DeVAC, Optimum, Gerkin, Universal, Keystone, H windows, Sunview.

For an estimate--or to speak to one of our storm window consultants about which brand is right for your property--stop by any of our three area showrooms or fill out our online Contact form.

Noise and Sound Blocking Windows

The Window Man is proud to offer the Washington, DC area superior residential noise blocking window installation and residential sound blocking window repair. We boast over 15 brands of commercial sound blocking windows solutions, such as: DeVAC by MonRay, H Windows, Optimum Windows, Gerkin, Universal and Keystone. Stop by any of our three Northern Virginia showrooms to find out which noise or sound blocking window is right for your commercial or residential project.