Storm Windows in Nampa, ID
We measure, supply and fit storm windows over the windows you already have in homes across Nampa, Idaho.
- Quotes in writing
- 17 areas covered
Nampa Window Replacement fits storm windows in homes across Nampa. We measure each window and make the storm window to fit it.
ENERGY STAR says storm windows are fitted as add-ons to the windows you already have. Exterior storm windows go on the outside of your windows, and interior storm windows go on the inside. We fit both kinds.
Storm windows or new windows?
ENERGY STAR says storm windows work best over windows that still work and are in good condition. If your windows are rotted, don't open and close properly or are damaged past fixing, it says a storm window may not be the right choice, and new windows are.
We start by looking at your windows. If they are sound, a storm window can be a good fit. If not, we talk to you about energy-efficient replacement windows instead.
ENERGY STAR says modern storm windows cost a half to a quarter as much as common replacement windows, with much lower installation costs.
Low-e glass for Nampa winters
The storm windows we fit use low-e glass. ENERGY STAR says a storm window with low-e glass has a very thin, almost invisible coating that cuts the heat lost through the glass when it is cold outside, which saves on heating bills.
The National Weather Service office in Boise says that in the west end of the Treasure Valley, a lasting temperature inversion with snow on the ground keeps winter several degrees colder than Boise. ENERGY STAR says certified storm windows for Northern climates have high-gain low-e coatings, made to make the most of the sun's heat when it is cold.
ENERGY STAR also says every certified storm window has a label with a map showing which part of the country it is made for. We fit storm windows that are certified for Nampa.
Where storm windows save the most
EPA estimates that, on a national average, ENERGY STAR certified low-e storm windows can save about $350 a year on heating and cooling bills, about 10%, when fitted over single-pane clear glass windows that have no storm windows now. It says you can expect to pay back the extra cost of certified storm windows in about three years.
ENERGY STAR says low-e storm windows save the most over single-pane windows without low-e glass. It says they still save energy over double-pane windows with clear glass, but the payback takes longer.
Metal-framed windows
ENERGY STAR says storm windows usually have aluminum frames, which can carry outside heat or cold through the metal. If your windows have metal frames, we fit small non-metal separators, called thermal breaks, between the two frames, which ENERGY STAR says is very important.
Bedrooms and windows that open
ENERGY STAR says storm windows come in fixed and opening models, and that you should choose one that opens the same way as your window. It says this matters most in bedrooms and other rooms where an emergency escape window may be needed or required by building codes. On every window you open now, we fit a storm window that opens too.
What to get in writing
Ask for these in writing, whoever you hire:
- Whether each storm window goes on the inside or the outside.
- A line saying the storm windows are ENERGY STAR certified for where you live.
- Which windows get a fixed storm window and which get one that opens.
We price storm windows for your house once we've measured, and you get that quote in writing.
Questions about storm windows in Nampa
I already have old clear storm windows. Is it worth swapping them?
ENERGY STAR says that swapping clear glass storm windows over single-pane windows for certified low-e ones can save an extra $50 a year on heating and cooling, about 2%, on a national average.
Will storm windows make my house quieter?
ENERGY STAR says adding storm windows can be an inexpensive way to cut noise from outside, making your home somewhat quieter.
Can I have storm windows on an older home?
ENERGY STAR says low-e storm windows can be a good choice in a neighborhood with historic preservation rules, or if you like the look of your original windows. It says to check that any preservation rules in your neighborhood allow storm windows.
What stops water getting trapped behind an outside storm window?
ENERGY STAR says exterior storm windows are made with weep holes, which let water drain out from between the storm window and your window, while still controlling air leaks.
My windows have tinted glass. Should I add a storm window?
ENERGY STAR says a low-e storm window over tinted glass may let less light through, making the window even darker. We can show you a sample before you decide.
Are storm windows harder to clean?
ENERGY STAR says adding storm windows to older windows that are hard to open may make cleaning harder. We can fit storm windows made to be easy to clean.
Do storm windows come in different colors?
ENERGY STAR says modern storm windows come in a range of colors to match your home, and with insect screens.
Do I need a permit for storm windows in Nampa?
The City of Nampa lists a building permit as needed when window or door openings are made bigger or smaller. We fit storm windows over the window you have, so we leave the opening the same size.
Is it cheaper to do several windows at once?
ENERGY STAR says that to get the best price per window, it helps to plan to buy at least 10 windows to reduce installation costs. If you only need one storm window, we'll still fit it.
Get a quote for storm windows
Call us, or send the quote form with your ZIP code and how many windows you need. We'll look at your windows, go through inside and outside storm windows with you, and give you a written quote. To see the other windows we fit, go to the Nampa Window Replacement home page.
Ready to talk about your window job?
Send the quote form with your ZIP code and what you need. We will get back to you with a written quote.