Residential Window Services

The Window Man of Northern Virginia is proud to offer professional residential window installation and window replacement in the Northern Virginia and Metro Washington DC areas. We specialize in:

- Vinyl window installation & replacement
- Fiberglass window installation & replacement
- Aluminum window installation & replacement
- Wood window installation & replacement
- Steel window installation & replacement
- Composite window installation & replacement
- Clad window installation & replacement

To speak to one of our window consultants about your residential new construction or renovation project, stop by any of our three Northern Virginia showrooms.

Comfort Line Fiberglass Windows

The Window Man is proud to carry Comfort Line fiberglass windows at our three Northern Virginia showrooms.

Comfort Line has manufactured and supplied windows and patio doors for the building products industry since 1959. In 1964 Comfort Line pioneered the use of vinyl for storm windows and storm door fabrication. Pultrusions technology revolutionized the window industry again in 1988.

This window system provides the best of both worlds: a frame and sash constructed of pultrusions fiberglass with real oak veneer applied to the interior.

Our fiberglass windows are indestructible by the elements. With beauty and comfort in mind, we have taken fiberglass of superior strength and designed a window system that offers a lifetime of maintenance free operation.

Comfort Line continues it strong tradition of excellence in design as well as in product innovation, adding new concepts to windows and doors in the fiberglass and vinyl fenestration products.

As you're looking for new or replacement windows, you're probably wondering what some of the pros and cons are of each of the different types of windows materials. Take a look at The Window Man's website for a full list, but here's a breakdown of clad wood's pros and cons.

Pros of Clad wood

• Low Exterior Maintenance
• Color Choices
• Interior paintable/stainable
• The look and feel of real wood
• Hardware Choices

Cons of Clad wood

• Cost
• Lack of exterior detail
• Interior maintenance
• Quality can vary

For more information please stop by one of our three Northern Virginia showrooms. We'd be happy to talk with you about the different window materials available to you.

What are U and R Values & How Do They Relate To Window Insulation?

One way that insulation is created is with dead-air space between panes of glass. That's why a double-paned window gives more insulation than a single-paned one. Other factors contribute to the insulation qualities of a window, such as the gasket, the material type, and the gas used in a gas-filled window. The U/R value tells how the product insulates. It is a formula derived from the efficiency of the product, and that formula takes into account many of the factors just mentioned. A good R measurement is a high one, while a good U measurement is low since U is the reciprocal of the R. Homeowners are more interested in the R value, while builders are interested in the U value.

For more information on a specific window model's U and R values, stop by one of The Window Man' three Northern Virginia showrooms or call us at 703-978-9888.

Windows In Warrenton, Virginia

Two of The Window Man's satisfied clients in Warrenton, VA wrote in recently to tell us how happy there were with their replacement windows:

“All the guys were great--explained everything they were doing and why. Was impressed with not only the quality of the work, but also the speed. All in all-a great experience! Thanks for a job well done.”

Diane and Pete Guss
Warrenton, Virginia

To find out about how we can help you find the perfect replacement or new window for your home or new construction project, stop by one of our three showrooms today. We'd be delighted to talk to you about your needs and the quality window products you can choose from.

More Satisfied Clients

We've got another satisfied client here at The Window Man. Take a look!

“I have already recommended you to two friends. This was by far one of the best home improvement projects we’ve ever experienced! This company is top-notch on every level. Kudos especially to Nick, Rick, and Rylon. That’s so much everyone.”

Carl and Barbara Hunt
Springfield, Virginia
03/2008

Window Tinting

You may be baffled why some Metro DC area homeowners are choosing tinted new or replacement windows for their homes. The Window Man advises its clients that tinted windows are used for more than merely keeping the sun out: the tinting, which comes in gray or bronze, reduces the light that infiltrates the home and also reduces heat gain--all particularly valuable in the DC area's hot sticky summers!

Stop by one of our three Northern Virginia showrooms today to find out if tinted windows make sense for your home.

Six Practical Steps to Controlling Condensation and Excess Humidity

Have problems with condensation along your windows? Here are some easy steps The Window Man for controlling humidity--and therefore condensation:

1. Replace old worn out windows with insulated glass. This will better insulate your windows from the outside air. This won't prevent excess humidity in the air, but it will make looking out your windows a lot easier!

2. Be sure that louvers in the attic or basement crawl spaces are open and that they are large enough.

3. Run your kitchen or other ventilating fans longer and more often than you usually do.

4. Shut off your furnace humidifier and any other humidifying devices in your home.

5. Open your fireplace damper so moisture can escape more easily.

6. Use a dehumidifier to reduce interior condensation. If you don't have a dehumidifier, air out your house for a few minutes each day.

If these common remedies don't work, the condensation problem should be looked at by a qualified heating contractor. He may suggest an outside air intake for your furnace or installation of venting fans. These inexpensive options will be less costly than a major painting job or plaster work caused by excess water vapor.

For more information, visit one of The Window Man's three Northern Virginia showrooms.

Comfort Line Fiberglass Windows

Durable. Dependable. Beautiful. Comfortline Fiberghlass Windows from The Window Man

America First fiberglass window window manufacture has manufactured and supplied windows and patio doors for the building products industry since 1959. This window system provides the best of both worlds: a frame and sash constructed of pultrusions fiberglass with real oak veneer applied to the interior.Our fiberglass windows are indestructible by the elements. With beauty and comfort in mind, we have taken fiberglass of superior strength and designed a window system that offers a lifetime of maintenance free operation. Visit The Window Man for more details or stop by one of our three Northern Virginia showrooms!

WHAT IS HEAT MIRROR?

As The Window Man well knows--the choice of the right glazing is one of the most important and far-reaching decisions that an architect or building owner will make. This decision impacts the overall design, human comfort, energy efficiency, mechanical HVAC design and loads, daylighting, condensation control, ultraviolet fading and sound control. In the design of any building (whether it be residential, commercial or industrial) one must look at and take into consideration the six principal glazing design challenges.

These are:

• Winter Comfort and Heating Load
• Summer Comfort Cooling Load
• Natural Daylighting
• Appearance and Reflectivity
• Ultraviolet Fading Control
• Condensation Control

The Heat Mirror™ family of wavelength-selective products offer the solution to all glazing design challenges such as climate, elevation and application. These solutions provide unparalleled flexibility to "tune" a building to meet these needs. As more and more architects, builders and homeowners adopt Southwall's technology buildings will move from part of the environmental problem to part of its solution.

For more information, visit The Window Man!

DeVac Windows

Looking for new or replacement windows for your Northern Virginia home? The Window Man is proud to offer the DeVac 600 Series windows with Dual Frame Thermo-Barrier.

The DEVAC 600 Series high performance dual frame Thermo-Barrier aluminum windows have a wide airspace between interior and exterior glass panes to conserve energy and reduce outside noise penetration. The unique, non-structural DEVAC Thermo-Barrier provides the key to effective performance by meeting essential design criteria:

• Insulates interior frame and sash from costly thermal transfer and improves condensation resistance.
  
  
• Effectively seals against air and water leakage through the barrier into wall structures.
  
  
• Allows freedom of expansion and contraction while keeping structural integrity between interlocking parts.
  
  
• Interlocks aluminum frame members so that forces generated by thermal movement and structural load will utilize the barrier material for its greater compressive strength. A design principle proven by 30 years of service with no failure.
  
  
• Custom sized to 1/32 of an inch. Available as double-hung, horizontal slider, removable panel and fixed panel. Historical designs and special shapes are offered.

To take a look at DeVac and other popular window brands, stop by one of The Window Man's showrooms in Chantilly, Alexandria and Fairfax.

Composite Windows

Thinking about new or replacement windows for your Virginia, Maryland or DC home? There are so many materials to choose from now that it can be confusing as to which is best for your home. Wood, clad wood, aluminum, and vinyl are all popular choices.

Another option is composite.

Composite windows combine diffferent strengths together, come in a wide variety of colors choices, are low maintenance and very durable. Some of the drawbacks include the high price and the fact that there are a limited number of manufacturers.

Stop by one of The Window Man's three showrooms to find out which window material is right for your home.

Kudos From Burke, VA for New Windows

The Window Man's customers are very enthusiastic about both their new windows and our professional craftsmanship.

Take a look at this recent letter we received from a client in Burke, Virginia.

"We recently completed having the windows installed in our home replaced by The Window Man. The entire project was accomplished in a very professional and pleasant way to our complete satisfaction. From our dealing with Steve McArdle to the clean up after the installation the job was very professional. The installation crew did an excellent job, here when they said they would be, did a smooth job of removing and installing the new windows, to the cleanup when they finished. Our thanks to them all. We will be pleased to recommend The Window Man to anyone."

E. Redican
Burke, Virginia

Stop by one of The Window Man's showrooms today to find out we can replace your windows quickly and professionally.

How Much Do Replacement Windows Cost?

Choosing replacement windows for your Maryland, Virginia or DC home can be a daunting prospect. How much could it actually cost, after all? Luckily, The Window Man's many skilled consultants are ready to discuss your options and provide a free estimate for all your window and door needs. Contact The Window Man or stop by one of their two showrooms today.

Optimum Windows

If you're looking for replacement windows for your Northern Virginia, DC or Maryland home, you may want to consider The Window Man's Optimum fire rated windows. In lab tests, Optimum's steel double and single hung windows can withstand temperatures over 1650 degrees F. Optimum is so strong that even after 45 minutes of exposure to fire all individual components remain in place. Plus, each of Optimum's windows have two fusible link components made of slow melting alloy. When the windows are exposed to 165 degrees or more, these links melt and seal the window, preventing the spread of smoke and fire to nearby buildings.

For safety and durability, the Optimum Series SC7650 is a wise choice for any homeowner.

Contact The Window Man today for more information about Optimum SC7650 and other replacement windows.

Another Happy Customer

In January 2008 The Window Man received a letter from two happy customers.

Robert and Dorothy Watts of Sterling, Virginia wrote to say that "Even though it was one of the coldest days of the year, your installers did a wonderful job on the installation. I have already recommended The Window Man to other friends. A job well done!"

No matter what time of year you'd like your replacement windows installed or how tricky the installation itself, you can rest assured that by choosing The Window Man you're making a choice for professional, quality service.

Come visit one of our two showrooms today!

Fairfax
(M-F 9-5, Sat 9-4)
3853-A Pickett Road
Fairfax, Virginia 22031
Phone: 703-978-9888
Fax: 703-978-1012

Chantilly
(M-F 10-7, Sat 9-4)
14017 Lee Jackson Hwy.
Chantilly, Virginia 20151
Phone: 703-263-9291
Fax: 703-263-0747

What's A Clad Wood Window?

As you're shopping around for replacement windows for your DC, Virginia or Maryland home you're probably running into some terms you don't recognize--like clad wood.

Clad just means the covering on the window or patio door's exterior. So clad wood means a covering of wood. From inside your home all you see is the beauty of natural wood while the aluminum outer shell preserves your wood windows for many years to come. The perfect union of beauty and functionality!

Schuco Windows

If you're looking for a beautiful and dependable replacement window for your Northern Virginia or DC home, look no further: Schuco's german engineered and USA-manufactured windows offer unparalleled performance. Stop by The Window Man's Fairfax show room to discuss how Schuco windows can fit into your remodeling needs today.