If your home improvement project includes updating the windows, you will have a lot of window styles to choose from. While casement windows may not be the most well-known style, this unique type of window offers some fantastic benefits which make them the best choice for many homeowners. 

What Are They?

Casement windows are attached to the frame by a set of hinges on the left or right side of the sash. They open by swinging outward, operated by an automatic or manual crank in the corner of the window. When fully opened, a tensioning device holds the sash open against the wind. When closed, a latch on the interior of the frame secures it in place tightly against the weatherstripping.

What Are the Benefits?

Energy-Efficient Comfort

Because they open outward to the side, casement windows are perfect for catching the breeze and funneling it inside your house. You can easily cool down your home and fill it with fresh air during the summer, avoiding the need for running the A/C. 

These windows are your best way to lock in conditioned air. The entire sash presses tightly into the frame, preventing drafts and air leaks. This will keep your home warmer during the winter with less heat loss. 

High-Security

Compared to other types of windows, the casement style is very difficult to break into. Casement windows are considered highly secure because they fit so tightly into the frames and open outward. Even if a burglar were able to smash the glass and access the crank, the window would begin to push them away from the house. Additionally, some casement products come with removable cranks that you can put away for safekeeping and reattach for later use.

Better Views

The casement window is a large single pane of glass. It can be fully opened, unlike other sliding styles which can only be opened halfway. If you want to maximize your view even further, you can install two casement windows side by side which open to the left and right, leaving you with a double-sized opening. 

Where Can You Use Them?

Casement windows can be used anywhere in the house. They are especially popular in bathrooms since they catch the breeze and can quickly dry out a humid bathroom after someone takes a shower. This prevents mold growth and water damage. 

Their high-security nature also makes them ideal for first-floor windows, which are typically targeted by intruders. Avoid placing them on walls next to an exterior walkway, as opening the window outward will block the walkway. 

If you're ready to enjoy the benefits of casement windows, have the professionals at ABC Seamless Super Store install them for you. This licensed, bonded, and insured home improvement company in Jerome, ID, works on projects throughout the Magic Valley area and northern Nevada. They've earned an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau® for their dedication to customer satisfaction for roofing, door, windows, gutter, and siding installation projects. Learn more on their website and call (208) 733-9683 for a free estimate.