It measures the process of the amount of heat transfer from the outside to the inside of the house. For example, in California Title 24, it states a window can be more than .27 for efficiency. So, your windows have to be .27 or below that measure rating. The U-Value is that .27 or higher. Otherwise, you can't get a permit if it’s lower. In short, it has to do with the energy efficiency.

That’s the opposite of U-Value. If U-Value determines how much heat is going through your house, the R-Value determines how much heat is being absorbed in your window. The better glass you have, the more R-Value you have. In other words, if your window glass is hot, that’s not a good R-Value, which means that the window has no Low-E or Argon Gas. You want your window glass to stay cool even when it’s hot.

It’s a special program run by the EPA and the U.S. Department of Energy. In a nutshell, it’s a program that certifies that certain products are energy efficient. In our case, all of our Anlin windows are Energy Star-approved and certified eco-friendly by both state and federal titles. Energy Star also provides information on a product’s energy consumption and how you’re helping the environment.

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Q: What is Solar Heat Gain?

If you're talking about reducing the heat in your house, and if you live in a sunny area, that’s the solar heat gain burning up your home. When you have a better window, the lower the solar heat you get. With our insulated vinyl windows, we make sure you’re not getting that solar heat gain.

Q: What does Low-E stand for?

Low-Emissivity. It’s a bit of a tongue twister, but Low-E emits low levels of thermal energy and reflects the sun’s ultraviolet rays away from your home.

Q: What is the difference between tempered or laminated glass?

Tempered glass is a heavier type of glass that’s harder to break completely. It’s the kind that cracks, not shatters all the way. In terms of your home, you would find tempered glass in your bathroom, shower, or patio door. A better example is that most smartphones have tempered glass, which prevents it from shattering completely if you drop it. Laminated glass is similar. It’s also a toughed glass that doesn’t shatter but this one is different because it’s covered in a sheet of thin plastic. It also adds an extra layer of security on it.

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4.9

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Family Home Improvements

4.9

Samantha Sanchez

19h ago

Had a great experience with Family Home Improvements. David was honest and very helpful.

Fabiola Roldan

24 days ago

I was a little skeptical at the beginning, because it s just who I am, but after I met David it felt like talking to a friend, we sat at my living room and discussed all the details. 3 weeks later I was getting my new windows done and I'll say that David is great person as well as his team, they were professional , did a great and clean job. I will give not 5 but 10 stars ✨️. Thank David and all .

Kathy Tolleson

7 months ago

We worked with David on our patio as well as several smaller projects. We appreciated David's patience and willingness to make sure we were satisfied with the final project, even through a few issues. We would work with them again on future projects.

Alexander Mason

8 months ago

We just finished a garage conversion to a studio apartment David and his team did a phenomenal job we were so pleased by the end product. David and his team were on top of every problem that arose and if we needed anything or had any questions he responded promptly. This was our first time working with a general contractor and couldn’t have asked for a better one especially hearing horror stories about other contractors to us David is the golden standard and we would 10/10 love to work with David again with our other future projects and recommend him to anyone.

Kayla Castillo

8 months ago

David and his team are phenomenal. We completed a garage conversion to studio apartment and throughout the entire project the communication was great, concerns were always addressed immediately, scheduling with him was easy, and the quality of the work done was outstanding. We had a payment plan drafted at the start of the project and knew what to expect at every stage. His team liaised with the city and utility companies and anything that wasn’t included in our contract he connected us with subcontractors who were also great. Although being under construction is always stressful David made the experience so much better, I would recommend him to everyone I know and I would not hesitate to hire him again!

Rodney Williams

8 months ago

Approximately 3 years ago I had Family Home Improvements paint my house. Recently some blemishes appeared and I contacted Family Home Improvements. They honored their warranty and came out and took care of the issues. I appreciate them and the fine work they've done. I am once again a happy camper.

Susan Rybnikar

8 months ago

At first I wasn’t sure, but that’s me. David turned out to be a good guy. His crew were kind and good at what they do. They completed everything as I wished. I would use them again. Thank you!

Dolores Enriquez

9 months ago

.My kitchen is old & needed to be updated. Family Home Improvement did an amazing job, I highly recommend the.

L E

9 months ago

Family Home Improvements did an amazing job. The final product was better than I even expected. Reliable, quality work at a competitive price. I did my research and got estimates from other companies. Hands down Family Home Improvements was the way to go and I'm so happy I did. Will definitely recommend to others.

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They are the best. Me and my wife are so happy.

Jayson Hernandez

10 months ago

Amazing work. Everything turned out great

Kevin Knight

10 months ago

David and team are extremely professional and provide quality work. They are our first and only choice, always.

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Excelente servicio!

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Sean Marji

10 months ago

I recently had my kitchen remodeled by Family Home Improvements, and I couldn't be more satisfied with the outcome. From start to finish, the entire process was seamless and exceeded my expectations in several key areas: value, quickness, and quality of work.**Value**: Family Home Improvements offered a competitive quote that provided exceptional value for the services rendered. They were transparent with their pricing, ensuring there were no hidden costs or surprises along the way. The quality of materials used was top-notch, and they worked within my budget without compromising on the final result.**Quickness**: One of the most impressive aspects of working with Family Home Improvements was their efficiency. They completed the kitchen remodel in a remarkably short time frame, sticking to the timeline they initially provided. Despite the quick turnaround, they maintained a high standard of workmanship throughout the project.**Quality of Work**: The craftsmanship demonstrated by Family Home Improvements was outstanding. Every detail, from the cabinetry to the countertops, was executed with precision and care. The team was highly skilled and took pride in their work, ensuring that the finished kitchen was both beautiful and functional. They paid attention to my design preferences and offered valuable suggestions that enhanced the overall look and feel of the space.In conclusion, Family Home Improvements delivered a fantastic kitchen remodel that perfectly balanced value, speed, and quality. I highly recommend them to anyone looking to upgrade their home. Their professionalism and dedication to customer satisfaction truly set them apart.

Priti Patel

10 months ago

Called the company for general full interior home renovation and as I was explaining about kitchen remodel and so forth the guy was sarcastic. Glad I didn't proceed.

Jerry Palomares

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Jose Seminario

a year ago

Great customer service and fast solution

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a year ago

Gloria

a year ago

Renzo and David gave me good advice and information that I needed to know about getting my home upgraded new windows new paint job I will definitely be using them in the future. Always best job for my money.

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These guys did an amazing job on a bathroom remodel for me. Highly reccomend, very easy to talk to and they did it all for me.

Manuel Somoano

a year ago

I hired Family Home Improvements to restore and paint this exterior of my craftsman home in Chino. which needed some serious work on the windows, wood siding, and shingles and siding, i I was very impressed by their finished worked, professionalism, quality, and attention to detail. They reglazed all my windows, making them look new. They also fixed all the damaged wood siding and shingles and siding, preserving the original charm and character of my home. They did a beautiful job in matching the colors and textures of the materials, and they cleaned up everything after they were done.The workers Mario and Gonzalo are professional everyday I am very happy with the results and I would highly recommend Family Home Improvements to anyone looking for a reliable and skilled home improvement company. They truly transformed my home and made it look amazing! The best thing was my wife was happy. My house still.looks incredible and no damage after 8years

J.C. Lara

a year ago

Gave me great estimate

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These guys did my stucco and windows in 7 days thanks dmac

VGinCali y

a year ago

I've been dealing with David Machado for over 20 years. And hes a great contractor I would refer him to anybody I really like that he always answers his text messages.It's just a whole stimulator resident

On The Spot

a year ago

I have known David For over 15 years and he always been very responsive and professional. His guys do a dream job and finish quickly and clean up. They made sure the things all worked and looked clean. Thank You Family

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Nelson Castillo

a year ago

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Ivan Amezcua

a year ago

Best experience you could ask fo in town , very friendly informative and professional my sister and I just remodeled our home and we could ent be more satisfied, would definitely recommend to friends and family.

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a year ago

Luku Moa

a year ago

David & Renzo are the best ! It's rare to find great customer service, fair pricing and great quality work for home improvements! They work miracles in my humble opinion. Highly recommended. They don't disappoint.

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I have heard a lot of good things about this business from my friends who used them in the past.

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I’ve heard many great things and hope to do business in the future!

Jorge delosrios

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chris

2 years ago

Loved working with these guys. Very professional. Even though I knew what I wanted done they opened my eyes to other possibilities to achieve an even better design and at a great price. I highly recommend.

Eddie Cortez

2 years ago

Renzo was really helpful when it came to the paint job in my home. I would recommend them to anyone who needs any kind of home improvements.

mon w

2 years ago

I would highly recommend!!! So professional and thorough!!!

Johnny Schaefer

2 years ago

It's hard to find home improvement contractors you can trust. So when we asked around we were pleased to hear good stories about this team of professionals. Our home is very important to us and this company made us feel at ease. Craftsmanship, fair pricing, and be reliability. They allow you to make informed decisions confidently.

Xavier Garcia

2 years ago

Not yet Mr. Abel Garcia, informed us about the company and things that they provide.Thank you

wolf axel

2 years ago

We just had Family Home Improvements complete an exterior paint job for us and we are really happy with the results. we will keep them in mind for future improvement projects in the house and recommend them to others. thanks, to Abel for doing such an amazing job.

Jon Lo

2 years ago

They are amazing, very professional. I'm happy and my wife is extremely happy. Keep up the Good JOB!!!

2 years ago

My experience with this company was a job well done. I recommended everyone and my close family and friends to use this company. You are in great care and wonderful hospitality. Thank you

José Ortiz Mendoza

2 years ago

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Dorothy Hamilton

2 years ago

I was impressed with their professionalism!

Shawn McKelvey

2 years ago

Really did a clean, professional job and still looks perfect, nearly 6 months later. Definitely recommended.

J C

2 years ago

Stay away! Stay away! Stay away!Contractor quoted me $20,000 for the project without even taking measurements.He called their main office and they came up with that amount. But how ?There was not break down on labor, parts or other fees.Very disappointed with representative and with company’s estimate without even getting a picture or drawing of the project.He was rushed and gave me an estimate without even measuring the space where windows would be installed.I had to finde a measurement tape because he had none!Not sure how they even have a contractor’s license.He told me that this company uses them as the window builders and that they do not give written estimates because “most people don’t call back any way.”It is a bait and hook business, they attract you with a 2 window free offer and when they show up they don’t even mention it.He literally did not say how the offer would be applied to final total.Look somewhere else to spend your hard earned money.They don’t deserve your money or time.Run and don’t look back.Very shady 👀👀👀👀

David Izakellian

2 years ago

I just want to say this company did exceptional work . The windows and the installation were as they promised. They were on time and professional. I highly recommend Family Home Improvement if you are looking for a quality work.

Jasmine Landavazo

2 years ago

It’s so hard to come by a reliable company now in days and I really appreciated the professionalism. Also, Abel was very kind and accommodating and made our experience a memorable one!

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Great customer service and friendly staff a

Richie Gallegos

2 years ago

Really good service

Christian Avetisyan

2 years ago

Lorenzo is the man the ask, he saved me 100,000 easily with his knowledge, much recommended

Ralph Valenzuela

2 years ago

Highly recommended. From the quality of the new windows, the superb and professional installation and price. Completely satisfied customer. You will not be disappointed.

Augusto Angel

3 years ago

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I highly recommend Family Home Improvements to anyone in need of painting, siding, roofing, or window replacement services. I worked with them to have my entire house painted, and they did an excellent job - very professional, courteous, and punctual. They were also willing to work with me on price and were very competitive. The finished product was excellent, and I am very pleased.

Tony G

3 years ago

Ally Jones

3 years ago

I cannot begin to explain how great my experience with Family Home Improvement. My property has in excess of 100 windows so the process for selecting the design was daunting to say the least because a mistake would be an expensive oops. They was exceptionally patient and extremely helpful to me in coming up with the final design, counseling me on color options and window styles. We have gone through various seasons and on top of the windows looking FABULOUS (people stop and stare all the time), they have done wonders to reduce my utilities bills by helping to control the temperature. I definitely recommend This company because I got more than a bang for my buck!!!

Jared Furtafo

3 years ago

Very fast and efficient

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