Soundproof Blog

Reduce Dust in Your Home

During the 1930’s, the Southern Plains and Midwest regions of the United States experienced a devastating event. The Dust Bowl caused severe dust storms that swept from Texas to Nebraska. Land that was once farmed and cultivated began rapidly losing topsoil and deemed unusable. While the Dust Bowl was a tragedy and the dust that accumulates in your home is not, it serves a lesson. Wind caries dirt, dust and other debris that can easily penetrate your windows. If such debris is penetrating the windows than air is making its way through as well and contributing to a lack of energy efficiency. Without replacing your windows, there is an easy solution.   Does Dust Affect Your Health? Dust is a pollutant that comes from the... Read More →

Are Sound Deadening Windows Worth It?

Many have considered soundproof windows for their homes and offices but are unsure if they can justify the expense. More and more people are coming to realize that soundproof windows pay for themselves faster than expected. Rather than us citing the impressive results our windows achieve, we thought we’d lean on some of our loyal customers to help show you why sound deadening windows are a great investment. Can Sliding Glass Doors Insulate While Acting As Sound Deadening Windows? We look to G Martin for this one. Martin sought a soundproof sliding glass door for two reasons: insulation and reducing the volume of the neighborhood’s relentless barking dog. As you can see, Martin’s new door reduced heat loss through the door during the winter. The... Read More →

Should I Replace My Windows?

Many of us have never purchased new windows. In fact, window repairs and upgrades are also uncommon. If your windows aren’t broken, why fix them, right? When finances are tight, it may seem difficult to justify home upgrades. Even when homeowners feel financially secure, the multitude of window companies and the myriad of window options available are staggering. This article answers the question, “Should I replace my windows?” We also discuss reasons to consider changing your windows, how many you should change at a time, which window types are available and factors you should consider while deciding. Why Would You Want to Replace Your Windows? There are a wide variety of reasons you might consider replacing, upgrading or otherwise changing your windows. One element to... Read More →

Sell Your Home Fast With Soundproof Windows

When purchasing a new home, what makes the house attractive or unattractive? Savvy homebuyers, home sellers and real estate agents often consider similar factors. Some of the things to consider are: the condition of the home, any upgrades made to the home, the functionality of the home’s parts, the landscaping, the heating and ventilation, the condition of the roof, the home’s insulation properties, the neighbors themselves, and the big one, the average noise produced near the home. People love quiet homes in quiet neighborhoods. In this article, we discuss how noise affects home sales and what can be done to mitigate noise. How Does Noise Affect Home Sales? Pretty much no one has ever said, “I’d like to tour your noisiest homes in your noisiest... Read More →

Protect Your Home’s Interior from UV Light

Couches, tables, carpet and paintings: these are just a few of the items found in a standard living room. Most living rooms also have several windows, or maybe a large window that allows natural light in, making the “center hub” of a home a little warmer and inviting. While allowing sunlight to brighten your room is ideal, the effect UV rays has on your couches, tables, carpet and paintings are not. Without replacing your current windows there are easy and affordable solutions to keep the brightness in, and the harmful UV rays out. Laminated Glass Commonly used as a safety glass, laminated glass consists of two layers of glass held together by a inter-layer of either polyvinyl butyral or ethylene-vinyl acetate. A popular use of... Read More →

What Type of Window Sound Barrier Is Best?

There are a variety of window sound barriers on the market that can reduce the amount of outside noise entering a room. Each option has strengths and weaknesses regarding ease of installation, aesthetic appeal, thermal insulation and noise reduction. Eliminating or reducing sound from entering a room is a need that many of us have. If you work in an office surrounded by traffic, pedestrians and construction, it can be difficult to focus. If you’re staying in a beachside hotel or Airbnb, beachgoers may be preventing you from relaxing. Pretty much everyone with insomnia and many others with sleep troubles find it difficult to sleep at home when barking dogs, partying neighbors and passing cars are constantly producing noise. In this article we explore your... Read More →

How Does Soundproof Glass Work?

Soundproof Windows do not Remove or Replace Your Existing Windows, they help make your windows better.  The windows are the major noise problem in over 90% of the cases. Our soundproof windows are second windows placed behind your existing windows. Our windows insulate, stop drafts, are made of soundproof glass and have other benefits. They open and close just like your existing windows, and offer more than replacement windows – at a significantly lower cost. What About Double Pane Windows? While double pane windows do stop a little more noise than single pane windows, IGU (dual pane) glass is not very effective. In a quiet environment, it becomes very quiet. In a noisy environment, you hardly notice the difference. Our secret to a truly soundproof... Read More →

How to Soundproof Windows

How do I soundproof my windows? I can’t take the noise anymore! Does this sound familiar? Is this how you feel every morning when you wake up? (BEFORE your alarm, because of who-knows-what.) While there are many articles about best replacement windows, windows seals, soundproof panels, and DIY soundproofing, solving your noise problem for good starts and ends with Soundproof Windows. A Soundproof Window is a second window placed behind your existing window that opens and closes just like your current one – there is no need to remove or replace your window to eliminate noise problems. No construction mess or down time to install our soundproof windows. The noise problems are seldom the walls but are always the windows. Only in extreme noise environments... Read More →

What To Consider When Replacing Your Windows

Replacing your windows is an investment in your home. You need to be sure you are spending your money wisely, and getting a product that will give the biggest return on your investment. Here are some things to consider when deciding on what product to use in your window replacement project: Do You Have Any Noise Issues? Do you live near an airport? a freeway? next to a drummer? If you are in a location where noise is prevalent, you should be installing Soundproof Windows. Not just for your sanity, but for your homes value. If you live in a location with frequent noise, installing Soundproof Windows will significantly increase your home’s value over regular replacement windows. Double Pane Seal Life Expectancy In dual pane... Read More →

Soundproofing Windows in Hotels Reduces Overall Cost

Are you a hotel owner? Or maybe you’re someone who has slept in a room that was located in a noisy hotel? Either way, you can see how soundproofing windows in hotels have resulted in increased satisfaction and reduced energy costs. A great hotel is one located close to the heart of the city you’re staying in – allowing you access to food, fun and new friends. But many times while these hotels are close to the action, when you’re finally ready to wind down you find that it is next to impossible. From cars zipping past on the freeway, road construction, bustling city streets and loud neighbors, your hotel experience is greatly affected by how much noise your room actually lets in. Poorly sealed... Read More →