If you’re buying windows in Murray for the first time, it helps to know your options before you start comparing quotes. Windows are a major component of your home. They control the temperature inside, protect your home from debris and animals, and contribute to its aesthetics. Choosing the right window can make your house feel more comfortable and increase its value.
Replacing your windows is an excellent way to improve energy efficiency. Choosing the right windows will help you save money on energy costs and qualify you for energy saving tax credits.
Single Hung
Single hung windows have one sash that moves vertically up or down for ventilation. They have a fixed top sash, which improves energy efficiency and weather resistance.
Their affordable price and classic aesthetic makes them a popular choice among homeowners. They are available in a variety of shapes and sizes to accommodate different design styles. Their meeting rail interlocks the sash around weatherstripping to prevent drafts.
Double Hung
Similar to single hung windows but with two operable sashes that move up and down, double hung windows offer a more traditional aesthetic. They also provide better energy efficiency with Argon filled panes and Low E coated glass.
These are ideal for Murray homeowners wanting a high-performing window. Featuring thermal breaks that stop the transfer of cold and heat, argon filled panes, and low-E glass, these perform well in our local climate.
Awning
Like casement windows, awning windows are energy efficient and great for ventilation. They open outward from the top of a window frame, making them easy to open in wet weather without letting rain in.
Bays
Combining single hung and double hung or casement windows, bay windows are designed to give your home an added dimension. They offer a great view and more natural light. With thermal breaks, argon filled sashes, and low-E coating, they are also highly energy efficient.
Bows
Bow windows work on the same principle as bay windows — combining multiple window units into a single projecting feature — but use four or more panels arranged in a gentle curve rather than the sharper angles of a typical three-window bay. That extra curve creates a sweeping, panoramic view and adds even more usable interior space, making bow windows a striking choice for larger rooms.
Like bay windows, bow windows can be built with a mix of fixed and operable panels, and benefit from the same energy-efficient features: thermal breaks, gas-filled panes, and Low-E coating.
Casements
Casement windows are hinged on the side and open outward with a simple crank, rather than sliding like a single- or double-hung window. That design creates one of the tightest seals available when closed, which helps reduce drafts and energy loss, and their unobstructed opening makes them especially good for ventilation in spots like above a kitchen sink.
Every Murray family deserves proper insulation, which might include double- or triple-paned glass and a snug fit that doesn’t let in drafty air — casement windows are one of the more reliable ways to get both.
Double Pane
Double pane windows (also called dual-pane) feature two panes of glass separated by a space filled with air or an insulating gas. This prevents cold air from transferring into your home and helps to reduce energy costs.
To check if you have double-pane windows, look at the outside edge of the window and see if there is a metal divider between the panes. If not, you probably have single-pane windows.
Triple Pane
Triple pane windows have three glass panes with a spacer and an insulator between them. They are more expensive than double-pane windows but provide higher energy efficiency.
Triple-pane windows are also more effective at soundproofing than double-pane windows. However, it can take a while to recoup the cost of these windows. The extra insulation can also reduce condensation and mold growth, which are common in older homes.
Transoms
Window transoms are a great way to add visual intrigue and light to a space. They’re commonly used above doors but can be added to other areas as well. Many transoms are fixed and don’t open, though operable versions are typically hinged at the top, similar to an awning window.
They come in a variety of styles to match your home’s design, and are commonly seen in Mediterranean, Craftsman, and modern homes.
Escape Windows
Window replacement is a big investment for homeowners, but it can improve the home’s appeal, lower energy bills, and make the home safer. However, it’s important to understand the requirements and hire reputable professionals.
Egress windows must comply with strict safety codes. They must be able to open from inside without the use of keys or tools, and must meet a minimum net clear opening so occupants can escape in an emergency. If the window sits below grade with a window well, that well typically needs to be deep enough to allow the window to open fully, and wells deeper than 44 inches generally require a permanently attached ladder or steps for escape.
Start Buying Windows in Murray Today
Murray Window Replacement can help you compare window types, materials, and glazing to find the right fit for your home. Contact us or call (385) 786-6447 to schedule a consultation.