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Questions to Consider When Buying
a Window or Door
Below are some questions to consider when purchasing
a window or door.
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1.
What is the Rough Opening (R.O.) or Heel size of
the unit ? |
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2. What type
of window or door are you looking for? |
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Fixed, Operable, Inswing Door, Outswing
Door or Sliding Door |
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3. What is the design? |
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4. What is the shape? |
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Rectangular |
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Oval |
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Circular |
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Angle Top |
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Arch Top |
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Triangular |
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5. Do you require
a special glass for your window? |
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LowE glass? |
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Argon Gas filled? |
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Triple pane? |
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Obscured pattern? |
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Sound Reduction? |
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Tinted/Reflective glass? |
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6. Are Muntin Bars
( internal between glass panes) or STDL’s
( Surface mounted, simulated divided lites) needed
and what is the pattern? |
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7. What is your
preference for the interior color of the window? |
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8. What is your
preference for the exterior color of the window? |
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9. What options
would you like to consider? |
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Insect screens
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Key Lock cylinder for the Door |
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Lower Door Sill |
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Friction Stay arms |
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Custodial Locks |
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Safety Latch |
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Mini Tilt |
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Window/Door handle finish |
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10. What kind of
environment do you live in? |
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Extreme Heat |
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Extreme Cold |
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Constant temperature |
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Wet and Raining |
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