Have you ever seen vinyl siding on homes that appear warped or melted? Is the culprit low-e windows, contractor’s or manufacturer’s defect? For the homeowner, who is responsible for correcting the damage?
Well, it depends on who you ask. There have been class action and individual lawsuits filed against siding manufacturers, contractors, window companies and neighbors with the low-e windows. There is little consensus, a good deal of ill will and unfortunately, these lawsuits don’t necessarily find in the consumer’s favor. Not to mention the expense of legal fees and replacement of newer, higher heat resistant vinyl and/or windows.
Vinyl siding starts to distort (or melt) at temperatures around 165-170 degrees Fahrenheit. This phenomenon appears on vinyl siding 20-25 ft proximity of each other and with low-e windows installed on south/southwest facing walls. Replacing vinyl siding can be cost prohibitive and not an option for homeowners. And, Low-E windows are here to stay, giving their energy efficient properties.
Window Screens are a sound, cost-effective way to prevent Low-E windows from projecting the sun’s heat onto your neighbor’s vinyl siding.
Glass Doctor of Raleigh is a great resource for the repair or replacement of your home’s window screens. Screens provide extra UV protection inside your home and without harming your plants.
Call Glass Doctor of Raleigh at (919)571-3350, for a consultation on all your window screening needs!