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ES Windows Construction in Selma, CA | Bradford Remodeling Co Fresno
We provide independent ES Windows construction service across Selma, from full replacement to sash repair on the older aluminum units so common here. What makes our ES Windows work different in Selma is simple: we know how these windows fail specifically in this town, on these homes, under this sun. Call (559) 785-2712 for a free estimate and we’ll give you a written number before any work starts.
We’ve retrofitted ES Windows in the neighborhoods west of Highway 99 for years, the ranch houses and bungalows built between the 1950s and 1970s where these windows still hold a lot of glass. We’re not an authorized dealer and we don’t pretend to be one, but we’ve removed, repaired, and reinstalled enough ES Windows in Selma to know their hardware quirks better than a big-box installer who swapped out four units last month.
Why Selma Residents Choose Us for ES Windows Service
Selma homeowners call us because we recognize the windows already sitting in their walls. The 1980s ES E-Series aluminum frame on a Rose Avenue ranch or the Excel Comfort thermally broken unit on a 1960s bungalow off Floral Avenue, we know what those are the moment we see them. That recognition saves a Selma homeowner time and money, because we walk in already knowing which parts that window was built with and which failure modes it’s likely to show. Curtis Lane, our owner at Bradford Remodeling Co Fresno, grew up in Los Angeles and learned framing and rough-in work long before he started logging Central Valley service calls. His crew inspects the opening, the track, and the sash all at once, because on an old Selma house those three things are connected in ways a parts catalog never explains. The estimate says what we build, and we build what the estimate says.
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Common ES Windows Construction Problems We Solve in Selma
Here’s what we typically find when a Selma homeowner calls about an ES window that’s no longer doing its job:
- Warped aluminum sashes on west-facing windows. Selma afternoons regularly pass 100 degrees, and a west-facing ES frame absorbs that heat for hours. We’ve pulled sashes off homes near downtown Selma where the aluminum bowed enough to bind against the track, leaving a quarter-inch air gap you could feel from across the room. We correct the alignment or replace the sash when the frame’s geometry is gone.
- Failed double-pane seals on south-facing units. Years of UV exposure gradually eats the sealant between panes, and once that seal goes you get persistent interior fog that never wipes off. We see this a lot on the older ES units along McCall Avenue and the older south-facing walls facing away from Highway 99 noise. Sealed unit replacement is a routine fix for us, not a reason to replace the whole frame.
- Failed balancers and spiral guides on single-hung E-Series windows. A Selma home built in the 1970s still has windows that drop shut the second you let go. That’s not an old window being old; that’s a broken balancer. We stock aftermarket ES-compatible balancers that match or beat the original spec, because the original factory parts are often no longer supplied.
- Corroded corner keys and weatherstripping from hard irrigation water. Selma sits in an agricultural belt, and plenty of older homes run irrigation spray near the house. When hard water hits ES aluminum frames season after season, the corner keys corrode and the weatherstripping turns brittle. We replace the hardware and re-weatherstrip rather than trying to patch corroded aluminum back to life.
- Racked openings from decades of freight train vibration. This one is specific to Selma, and it’s why we check every opening with a level and a square, not just a quick visual. More on that below.
ES Windows Service in Selma: What Local Conditions Mean for Your Equipment
Selma’s construction market is shaped by its identity as a small, low-income Central Valley city with an aging housing stock and a significant agricultural workforce. Many homes here are older, smaller, and in need of retrofit work rather than new construction. That means a Selma homeowner is rarely ripping a wall open to install brand-new everything; they’re trying to make their 1972 bungalow hold up through one more Central Valley summer.
For ES Windows owners, the train tracks are a major factor, and it’s a factor most neighboring cities don’t deal with at the same intensity. Many original ES Windows from the 1980s and 1990s sit in ranch homes near the old railroad line west of downtown Selma. Decades of freight train vibration have done two things: loosened the frame-to-structure connection and knocked balances out of their tracks. That kind of cyclic loading is worse here than in Fowler or Kingsburg, because the line runs closer to residential blocks and the trains run daily. When we service an ES unit in west Selma, we check for racked openings and drywall stress cracks at the window corners before we ever touch the sash. If the opening has shifted, the straightest window installation in the world still won’t sit true, and it’ll bind again inside a year. Fixing the opening first is what makes the repair hold.
Our crew ran into exactly this last July on a 1962 ranch off Floral Avenue. Six south-facing ES Windows E-Series sashes had spent sixty years baking in full afternoon sun until the aluminum bowed and the glass seals gave out. We ordered custom thermally broken replacements, swapped in new counterweight tracks and aftermarket balancers, and re-caulked the brick openings with a high-temperature sealant rated for the Central Valley. The homeowner now leaves the blinds open without fearing a heat wave.
ES Windows Models & Products We Service in Selma
We service the ES Windows model families most commonly found in Selma’s housing stock. The E-Series aluminum frame shows up constantly in 1980s and 1990s homes, especially the ranch and bungalow styles west of downtown. The Excel Comfort series uses a thermally broken design and fails differently from the older E-Series, usually at the thermal break interface rather than through simple frame warping. We also service Alba casement and awning units, and Vinaya sliding glass doors, which are common on 1970s homes with patio access. For parts, we use ES-compatible aftermarket balancers, sealed units, and weatherstripping that meet or beat the original specifications. ES Windows no longer supplies many legacy parts, and factory wait times can stretch for weeks. Our local stock covers the common failure items, so a Selma repair doesn’t sit waiting on a freight quote.
For broader ES Windows work, see our ES Windows sales & service page. If you’re in Selma, you’re in our Selma service area.
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AfterES Windows Service Pricing in Selma
Here’s what ES Windows work typically costs in Selma, based on the projects we complete most often:
| Service | Typical Range in Selma |
|---|---|
| Window Replacement (full frame) | $4,500 – $15,000 |
| Impact Window Installation | $8,000 – $25,000 |
| Emergency / Storm Damage Repair (board-up, temporary reglaze) | $400 – $1,800 |
What drives the final number is frame condition, opening size, glass type, and whether we’re replacing a single sash or redoing the full opening. Every estimate includes a written line-item price before work starts, no numbers that move at the door. The ask is always the free estimate: call (559) 785-2712 and we’ll walk you through the exact scope.
Serving Selma, CA - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Selma area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage - if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
FAQs – ES Windows Construction in Selma
How do I know if my ES Windows in Selma need full replacement or just sash repair?
If the frame is square and the track hardware is intact, a sash repair is usually enough. If the aluminum frame has cracked, corroded through, or the opening itself has racked out of square, full replacement becomes the better spend. On south-facing units over 15 years old with failed glass beyond a simple seal, we often recommend a full sash replacement. Call (559) 785-2712 and we’ll tell you which one your window actually needs.
Why do my ES Windows feel hot even when closed during Selma summers?
That’s usually a failed thermal break or a degraded seal in the glazing unit, and it’s common on older single-pane E-Series frames that were never designed for triple-digit afternoons. The window isn’t just old; it’s conducting heat because the barrier that once stopped that transfer is gone. In Selma’s climate, that’s a comfort and energy problem worth correcting, not ignoring.
Are impact-resistant ES Windows necessary in Selma?
Selma isn’t in a hurricane zone, but impact-resistant glass does more than stop flying debris. It reduces solar heat gain, cuts UV damage to interior furnishings, and holds up better when the occasional severe Central Valley storm rolls through. For Selma homeowners replacing windows anyway, the incremental cost often makes sense on south- and west-facing walls. Call (559) 785-2712 for a straight price comparison on impact vs. standard glazing.
Can you match the original ES Windows finish on my 1970s Selma bungalow?
We can’t always match a 50-year-old anodized or painted finish exactly, but we can get close with compatible frame colors and hardware finishes on replacement sashes. The factory no longer runs every legacy finish, so when an exact match matters, we replace in pairs or full elevations so the difference doesn’t read from the street. We’ll tell you upfront what can and can’t be matched.
Do I need a permit to replace ES Windows in Selma?
For a like-for-like window replacement in an existing opening, most California jurisdictions including Selma don’t require a permit. If the opening size changes, or if the work triggers structural changes like header modification, a permit is typically required. We check current Selma permit requirements before quoting, so the written estimate reflects the full legal scope. Call (559) 785-2712 for a free estimate.
Service Areas Near Selma
Bradford Remodeling Co Fresno serves Selma and the surrounding Central Valley communities, including Fowler, Dinuba, Kerman, and ES Windows service in Fresno. We also cover ES Windows service in Madera for homeowners a short drive up Highway 99.
Book Your ES Windows Service in Selma Today
We answer the phone live, 24/7. Tell us what you’re looking at and we’ll send a background-checked, uniformed technician to inspect your ES Windows in Selma and put a written number in your hand. Call (559) 785-2712 to schedule your free estimate.
Written by Curtis Lane, Owner at Bradford Remodeling Co Fresno, serving Selma and the Central Valley with ES Windows service since 2004.
