YOUR EXPERIENCED REPLACEMENT WINDOW & VINYL SIDING SPECIALIST IN SOUTHEAST MICHIGAN

With over 30 years of experience in the home improvement industry, Direct Exteriors is the Waterford, MI replacement windows and exterior services company dedicated to residential window replacement and siding replacement in Rochester, MI and the surrounding areas. Our focus on low operation costs allow our Waterford, MI replacement windows company to give you the highest quality materials, professionally installed, at very competitive prices.

Our owner, Bruce, handles every customer personally. By minimizing our company spending, we can pass our significant savings on to you. You’ll still get great quality, energy efficient materials and even lifetime warranties on all of our window installations.

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Over Three Decades Of Experience — Residential Window Replacement and Siding Replacement for Rochester, Waterford, and the Surrounding Areas

REPLACEMENT WINDOW PROS

Our Waterford, MI replacement windows are selected based on the best possible energy efficiency performance. Our high performance glass windows are available as double hung, slider, picture, and other styles by a variety of quality manufacturers.

Siding Installation In Waterford

Siding protects your Waterford, MI home while also adding to your curb appeal. Our replacement siding is durable, easy to maintain, and available in a variety of grades, shapes, colors, and textures. We can find the best material to protect your home while ensuring it looks great.

ENTRY DOORS & STORM DOORS

From sturdy metal to quality fiberglass, we can recommend and install the best entry door for your needs. Quality storm doors are essential for enhancing the security, energy efficiency, and durability of your home, providing an extra layer of protection against harsh weather conditions and potential intruders.

Triple Layer High Efficiency Windows

Reduce your home’s heating and cooling bills with the tightest, best insulated window produced. The triple seal weather stripping, triple glazed insulated glass, and air tight sashes of our Waterford, MI windows keep your energy spending inside your home. This superior quality window, when installed by our experts, creates an effective seal keeping air and moisture out of your home.

WHAT IS HEAT MIRROR TECHNOLOGY?

Heat Mirror technology is a highly innovative and energy-efficient solution for windows that involves suspending one or more transparent films between multiple layers of glass. These films are coated with a microscopically thin metal or metal oxide layer, which acts as a selective filter to control the passage of heat and light.

By creating a low-emissivity (low-E) barrier, Heat Mirror windows effectively reflect and redirect heat radiation, significantly reducing heat transfer between the interior and exterior of a building. This technology offers exceptional insulation properties, helping to maintain a comfortable indoor temperature, reduce energy consumption for heating and cooling, and enhance overall energy efficiency in residential, commercial, and industrial applications.

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Replacement windows play a crucial role in improving energy efficiency by addressing common sources of energy loss. Modern replacement windows are designed with advanced features such as low-emissivity (low-E) coatings, multiple panes of glass, and insulating gas fills. These elements work together to minimize heat transfer, reduce drafts, and enhance insulation. By preventing unwanted heat gain or loss, replacement windows create a more stable indoor environment, reducing the reliance on heating and cooling systems. This, in turn, leads to lower energy consumption and decreased utility costs. Additionally, replacement windows often feature improved seals and weather-stripping, reducing air leakage and improving overall comfort.

Homeowners should consider a storm door for several compelling reasons. Firstly, a storm door provides an additional layer of protection against the elements, acting as a barrier to harsh weather conditions such as rain, wind, and snow. This helps to minimize drafts, reduce air leakage, and enhance insulation, leading to improved energy efficiency and potential cost savings on heating and cooling bills. Secondly, a storm door offers increased security by providing an extra barrier against potential intruders. It acts as a deterrent and adds an additional layer of protection to the main entry door. Furthermore, storm doors can enhance natural light and ventilation options while keeping insects and debris out, adding convenience and comfort to the home.

"Heat Mirror" technology is used to create "Super Glass" products due to its exceptional insulation and energy-efficient properties. By suspending one or more transparent films coated with a microscopically thin metal or metal oxide layer between layers of glass, Heat Mirror technology effectively reflects and redirects heat radiation. This unique construction significantly reduces heat transfer, making it an ideal solution for creating highly efficient windows. "Super Glass" products with Heat Mirror technology offer superior thermal insulation, minimizing heat loss in winter and heat gain in summer. This results in increased energy savings, improved indoor comfort, and reduced reliance on heating and cooling systems, making them a compelling choice for energy-conscious consumers.

While window or door replacement can be done at any time of the year, certain seasons may offer advantages. Spring and fall are often considered optimal times for replacement projects. In spring, the weather is generally mild, allowing for comfortable installation conditions. Additionally, completing the replacement before summer can help improve energy efficiency during the warmer months. Fall offers similar benefits, with the added advantage of preparing for the colder winter season. However, modern installation techniques and materials have made it possible to replace windows or doors efficiently throughout the year, so homeowners can choose a time that suits their preferences and schedules.