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michelmgc

Double pans low E storm windows better?

5 years ago

Our house in Vermont has about 40 windows; all existing windows are single pan with a poor quality storm windows.
The windows are in good shape even being about 30 years old!
I’m considering installing a new double pan low E storm windows (on the outside) to most of the windows; the new storm windows will be screwed and permanently fixed.
it’s a good idea? Better option? Thanks

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