With large-scale construction projects near the Pitkin County Courthouse slated for 2015, the current windows on the venerable building have to be replaced due to noise issues that could disrupt court proceedings.

Jodi Smith, county facilities project manager, went before Pitkin County commissioners on Tuesday morning looking for support in a request for $150,000 in supplemental funding toward window replacement for sound-proofing purposes. That number is on top of $150,000 already budgeted for 2015 for the same project.

Smith said that an estimate of the total cost of the project from consultants was in the $400,000s, but she added that the bidding process hasnt started yet.

Over the past decade, the noise in the courthouse has been a problem, Smith said. The technology has changed a lot over the years and we now record everything.

She said that ambient sound has become a major distraction during court cases.

Lawnmowers, leaf blowers, the sirens from police vehicles, all disturb the courts, Smith said. Theres a lot of background noise in the courts, and because of the construction thats happening at the library that is scheduled to start in February or March, that triggered us to really look at what we need to do with the courthouse windows.

She said that all 152 windows in the building need to be replaced, but that the 2014 supplemental request is focused on the first 60 nearest the library construction and that the work has to be completed by Feb. 1. The first $150,000 would cover permits, design work and this first phase of window replacement.

Were projecting that it could be over $300,000 for the 2014-2015 projects, she said. [Thats for] the backside and the east and west side. It doesnt include the front. If we have enough money well do the front, if not, well leave it as is.

Smith added that a consultant also suggested putting some sort of covering over the new windows, to further mitigate the sound of jackhammers and other construction.

She said that planned work on the Galena Plaza including a nearby sewer line replacement will also cause noise issues in 2015, and that the construction projects can be shut down if they are interfering with court cases.

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Realizing the need to improve their online profile, Arlington Heights based Window Concepts has recently launched a brand new website which elegantly showcases their full product line of windows, doors, siding, roofing and gutters.

To kick off their launch, Window Concepts is offering new window replacement customers a way to lower their upcoming heating bills with a free upgrade to their Climatec Elite Package. Featuring a full line of thermal and casement windows to beautify your home, this exclusive offer can save consumers up to 40% off their monthly energy bills.

Serving customers in the greater Chicago-area for over 30 years, Window Concepts is one of the midwests leading home improvement companies, taking pride in quality of workmanship and outstanding customer service.

Were excited to roll out our new website and present our customers with a great way to save money on their energy bills this coming winter, explained Brian Murphy, owner of Window Concepts.

About Window Concepts: Since Brian Murphy and Bob Domek opened their doors in the Chicago area in 1982, family owned Window Concepts has provided quality work for homeowners from Joliet to Kankakee and as far west as Woodstock.

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To better educate our customers, we have created H.O.M.E., Homeowners Online Maintenance e-book, a handy selection of videos to help you with do-it-yourself projects, making decisions about materials, and a basic how-to video guide to help you keep value in your home. We not only want to gain your trust as a client, but also provide you with information to keep your home in top shape and save money along the way. For more information, please visit: http://www.Window-Concepts.com

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ALEXANDRIA TOWNSHIP The Delaware Valley Board of Education heard about options for replacing windows in the building.

During the meeting on Oct. 27, the board heard three architectural rendering options for replacing the windows on three parts of the building by George Kopec from Settembrino Architects.

The first option would cost $1.9 to $2.1 million and would save 44 percent in energy costs. The second option costs $1.5 to $1.6 million and would save 87 percent in energy costs. The third option costs $1.7 to $1.8 million, also saving 87 percent in energy costs. The costs would include the window treatments.

Settembrino presented the board with a sample of the materials used for construction. After discussing the three options, the board chose option three as it was more energy and cost-effective.

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San Diego, Ca (PRWEB) October 27, 2014

BM Windows, the replacement window company that recently received the Anlin Window Systems Top Performer Award, has been selected by Anlin Window Systems to offer the companys new QuadraTherm window product. One of only a handful of top Anlin dealers in San Diego chosen to offer the QuadraTherm, BM Windows gives customers access to a new product that improves energy efficiency and exceeds 2014 Energy Star requirements.

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