Northern Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, D.C.
Sliding & Gliding Window Installation
Sliding and gliding windows stay on track — literally. Each sash is mounted on a horizontal guide track, allowing the operator to simply slide one past the other. They're a terrific choice for any room; but they're especially well-suited for walls that face outdoor common areas such as decks, patios, and walkways since they do not swing outward.
Glide into your next home improvement or window replacement project with Hodges Windows & Doors.
Sliding Window Benefits
Effortless Operation
Simply slide these windows from side-to-side to open and close. Their accessibility makes clean-up a breeze.
Scalability
Go short and skinny where privacy is your priority; go tall and wide facing a backyard or patio and take in the scene.
Ventability
Each sliding sash pulls away from the frame, allowing top-to-bottom airflow through the resulting opening.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the advantages and disadvantages of sliding windows?
The main advantages of sliding windows are their durability and ease of use. Sliding windows are constructed with fewer moving parts than those that operate with cranks or hinge mechanisms, such as awning windows and casement windows. Furthermore, they do not have gravity working against them in the same way as double-hung windows, which rely on balances and springs to prevent dropping.
A notable disadvantage of a sliding window is that it can be notoriously difficult to clean the outside from inside the home. Unlike double-hung window sashes that tilt inward for easy access to both sides of the pane, removing sliding window sashes from their tracks is a much more cumbersome task.
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