Expert Window Repair and Installation Services

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When it comes to your home’s replacement windows, factors like the dimensions of your window opening will influence your decision. 

当涉及到家里的更换窗户时，窗户开口的尺寸等因素会影响您的决定。 

In terms of window size , generally, slider windows are used in openings that are wider than they are tall, while  casement windows, also known as crank windows, are often chosen for tall, narrow window openings.   

就窗户尺寸而言，通常情况下，滑窗用于宽度大于高度的开口，而摇窗（也称为曲柄窗）通常用于高而窄的窗户开口。 

Energy Efficient, which one is better? 在节能方面，哪个更好？

In terms of engery efficient, casement windows are better than slider windows. Since a slider window must pass over the track when it opens and closes, the seal must be somewhat flexible. A casement window seal is not flexible. When a casement window is closed and locked, the locking mechanism pulls the window sash to the frame, creating an airtight seal. While both replacement window options are energy efficient, casement windows are more energy efficient since they are not flexible by design.

在节能方面，摇窗比滑窗更好。由于滑窗在打开和关闭时必须沿着轨道滑动，密封必须具有一定的灵活性。而摇窗的密封则不需要灵活。当摇窗关闭并锁定时，锁定机构会将窗扇拉向窗框，形成一个气密的密封。虽然这两种更换窗户选项都是节能的，但由于设计上的原因，摇窗更加节能。 

Cost Difference, Which one is more expensive? 价格不同，哪个更贵呢？

Generally, slider windows are less expensive than casement windows.   Casement windows are more energy-efficient and promote more ventilation. Being slightly more expensive, they provide a number of advantages that will make you feel even more comfortable.  

Slider windows is an excellent basement egress window for people on a tight budget. If you do decide on sliding windows, be sure they are of the highest quality.  

通常情况下，滑窗比摇窗便宜。摇窗更节能并且提供更好的通风。虽然价格稍高，但它们提供了一些优势，会让您感到更加舒适。

因此对于预算紧张的人来说，滑窗是一个很好的地下室逃生窗选择。如果您决定选择滑窗，请确保它们的质量足够高。

About Maintenance  关于保养

Casement windows are the easiest to clean because they open 90 degrees and move a little to the side giving full access to the outside of the glass. Additionally, the spring-loaded screen is quick and easy to remove with one motion.   Apart from regular cleaning, which can help your casement windows last longer, it's also crucial to keep the crank mechanism greased.  Simply spray the top and bottom hinges with a silicone-based lubricant. 

摇窗在清洁方面是最容易的，因为它们可以打开90度，并且稍微向一侧移动，从而完全接触到玻璃的外侧。此外，弹簧加载的窗纱可以通过一次动作快速轻松地拆卸。 除了定期清洁以帮助您的摇窗使用寿命更长之外，保持曲柄机制的润滑也很重要。只需用硅基润滑剂喷洒顶部和底部的铰链。

Single slider windows are a little harder to clean if compared to a casement window, where half of the window opens and half is fixed. Even though the openable part can be easily tilted inside with our tilt-in sash feature, you would still need to take the screen out and reach out to the outside for the fixed half. Consider a double slider window if you like to keep your windows clean. They have both sashes with tilt-in function, so cleaning becomes no chore.   

与摇窗相比，单扇滑窗的清洁稍微困难一些，因为单扇滑窗的一半可以打开，而另一半是固定的。虽然可开启的部分可以通过我们的倾斜窗扇功能轻松地向内倾斜，但您仍需要拆下窗纱并到外侧清洁固定的一半。如果您喜欢保持窗户清洁，可以考虑双扇滑窗。它们的两个窗扇都有倾斜功能，因此清洁变得非常简单。