Best Types of Windows for the Philadelphia-Allentown Area

Along with their other accomplishments, the ancient Romans deserve credit for giving us the world’s first glass windows. These were thick panes of glassy pebbles that allowed light to get in but probably weren’t very transparent. Before the Romans came along – and after their empire collapsed –people made windows from paper, wood, cloth and…

Simple Replacement Window Installation in Bucks County

Windows have come a long way. In the centuries before glazing technology was perfected, people made windows from things like parchment or animal hides, soaking these materials in oil to make them translucent. These days, you don’t have to put that level of work into installing replacement windows. In fact, replacement window installation in Bucks…

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Best Replacement Windows for Your Bucks County Home

Like anything you do with your home, choosing replacement windows is not a task to be taken lightly. It can be a big investment, and there are a number of things to consider before you buy. In places like Bucks, Montgomery, Lehigh and Philadelphia counties, homeowners need to find windows that are affordable, attractive and energy…

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2015-2016 Big Changes, Big Savings on our Energy Star Certified Windows

Tom Adams WC Offers ENERGY STAR Certified Doors & Windows in Allentown-Lehigh Valley High quality energy-efficient windows with Energy Star certification are available in the Lehigh Valley, Allentown areas. Most of Tom Adams windows meet all guidelines for ENERGY STAR Rating Certification for 2015 and 2016. Visit one of our showrooms to look at our energy-efficient,…

Understanding Low-e Glass

Low-e coatings play an important role in the overall performance of a window and can significantly affect the overall heating, lighting and cooling costs of a home. What exactly is low-e glass? How does it work? To answer these questions, the “e” in low-e glass must be explained: The “e” stands for emissivity. Emissivity is…