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1. What is R-Value?

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A measure of the resistance to radiant heat

(temperature) loss.

1.

What is

R-Value?Example: A fibreglass insulated wall has an

R-Value of R19. A higher R-Value glass has a greater

resistance to radiant heat loss.

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2. What is U-Value?

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A measure of how much heat flows through an object

(Thermal Conductivity). The U-Vale is the reciprocal of

the R-Value: Therefore the lower the U-Value the

better the insulation value.

2.

What is

U-Value?

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3. What is

Ultra Violet (U/V) light?

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Ultra Violet rays are found in everyday sunlight and the

harmful rays cause damage or fading to paint, curtains,

flooring and furniture.

3.

What is

Ultra Violet

(U/V) light?

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4. How can I tell if I need new windows

?

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• Difficult to open and close• Air leaking through or around the window• Excessive condensation or icing on inside of

window panes• Windows rattle in the wind• Paint chipping or peeling• House always too cold in winter or too hot in

summer• Outside noise

4.

How can I

tell if I

need new

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5. Are new windows a good

investment if I plan to sell my

home?

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Yes! In fact, not only will new windows make your

home more energy efficient and visually appealing, but

they will increase the overall value of your home.

5.

Are windows

a good

investment if I

plan to sell my

home?

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6. Why use heavy-duty stainless

steel hardware?

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- Will not rust

- Withstand the weight of Triple-glass

- Withstand heavy use over long period of time

- Maintenance free

- Greater strength and security

6.

Why use

heavy-duty

stainless

steel

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7. How long does it take to

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Typically, a window replacement can take

approximately an hour per small opening and two-

three hours per large opening.

With QSI’s employee based two person installation

teams, a typical home can be completely finished in

one day. QSI installation teams have been working year

around since 1976.

7.

How long does

it take

to install

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