(Southern zone) requires:
| Brand | Frame material | Pros for Tempe | Cons | |-------|---------------|----------------|------| | | Vinyl/Fiberglass | Excellent warranty, Tuscany series has low SHGC | Mid-higher price | | Andersen | Fibrex (composite) | Strong, wood-like, 400 series very durable | Expensive, fewer low-SHGC options | | Pella | Vinyl/Fiberglass | Impervia fiberglass great for heat | Vinyl 250 series less insulating | | Simonton | Vinyl | Very good energy ratings, affordable | Some installers don’t carry | | Alside | Vinyl | Budget-friendly, decent low-E | Customer service mixed | | Anlin | Vinyl | High-end vinyl, great for desert | Limited availability in Tempe | home window replacement tempe, az
You will often hear the term "Low-E" when shopping for windows. In simple terms, Low-E coatings are microscopic metallic layers deposited on the glass surface. (Southern zone) requires: | Brand | Frame material
The sun in Arizona is intense. Standard glass acts like a magnifying glass, allowing solar heat to penetrate your home and forcing your air conditioning unit to work overtime. This phenomenon is measured by the Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) . For Tempe homes, you want a low SHGC rating to block the sun's radiant heat. Standard glass acts like a magnifying glass, allowing
These microscopically thin metallic layers reflect infrared and ultraviolet light, preventing heat gain while allowing natural light in.
Limited direct window rebates, but low-income homeowners may qualify through (administered by Maricopa County).
