By Gates Dearen
While most people realize that
old windows reduce the curb appeal and energy efficiency of a home, they rarely
know when is the best time of year to upgrade their windows.
Putting the Sizzle in the Season
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When it comes to hot weather, Florida Summers
can really put on the sizzle. During July
and August, the temperatures rarely go below 90 degrees. There is also a real possibility of afternoon thunderstorms nearly
every day. From a professional
window installer’s perspective, while some like it hot, you don’t want it to be
too hot. The reasons are varied. In the first place, while caulk adheres more
readily in warm weather, once the temperature exceeds 80 degrees, caulk has
trouble curing in extreme heat. Even replacement
windows themselves made of either vinyl or aluminum have a tendency to expand in hot weather. This
makes installation problematic in the afternoon when solar heating reaches its
maximum.
