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Testing for Lead Paint: It’s the Law!

In April of 2010 The Environmental Protection Agency issued new regulations that require any contractor that disrupts more than 6 square feet of surface on a home built before 1978 be licensed and trained to comply with the new lead paint regulations that minimize dust. To learn more specifics about these regulations go to EPA.gov

Modifying and Creating New Openings for Windows

Let it shine on in…or not When a home is built, the contractor and architect choose the window location and size for a room based on a variety of factors like symmetry from the exterior, and the purpose a room is being used for. Preferences change though; I like having light from more than one

Looking for replacement aluminum windows? Glass-Rite has what you need.

Are the windows in your home old, unattractive, or not very energy efficient? If so, you may be considering replacement windows.  This article will explore features of aluminum windows to determine if aluminum replacement windows would be the best fit for your home. Customers choosing aluminum frames may do so for the following reasons: Aluminum

Maintaining your replacement windows by Glass-Rite

Windows provide outdoor views, sunlight, and ventilation. But did you know 10-25% of energy can escape through outdated windows? Whether it’s time to invest in replacement windows, or maintain newer energy-efficient windows, we at Glass-Rite want to help. Serving New Mexico and Southern Colorado, Glass-Rite has been manufacturing and installing energy saving replacement windows for

Aluminum Replacement Windows Still Popular!

Aluminum window frames continue to be popular in New Mexico, and we still manufacture Commercial grade Bronze Aluminum windows here in Albuquerque.  The Bronze frames are recognizable and common in many parts of our state.  In some cases we come across homes that still have well insulated Aluminum windows that were put in many years

Glass-Rite in Albuquerque answers the question “what are thermally broken Aluminum windows?”

One of Glass-Rite’s most popular products is thermally broken aluminum frame windows and in this article we explain what the term really means and the benefits of these windows. Thermally broken refers to how the window is constructed. More precisely, it is manufacturing the aluminum frame window with a barrier in between the inside and

An overview of different window styles

When you are looking at replacing the windows in your home, there are many options to consider. Things like the opening size, architectural style of your home and personal preferences, all impact what you’ll end up with. In this article, we wanted to provide a general overview of the options that are out there so

Get the right glass

You can spend a lot of money on the very best glass, but if it isn’t the right kind for your needs, it may still not do the job and you will have wasted money.  Nobody wants that!  All modern replacement windows have insulated glass units instead of single panes of glass.  Insulated glass units

What’s The Right Way To Clean Window Glass?

Glass-Rite in Albuquerque offers many different types of energy efficient insulated glass window units, and the same basic cleaning method can be used for all of them. Below are our recommendations for cleaning house windows: To Wash the Glass: Use our Super No-streak Glass-Rite cleaner available in our showroom! You can also use a pre-mixed

Glass-Rite; a local window replacement expert

Glass-Rite is an Albuquerque New Mexico-based business that knows the challenges of the area, and therefore; we focus our window manufacturing process appropriate to the climate.  With extremely cold nights, exceptionally hot days, and strong New Mexico winds, the weather can be wildly diverse, and it’s important to select a partner whose windows can stand