VLX 500 Single & Double Hung Window

VLX 500 Single & Double Hung Window in Fresno, CA | Meridian Windows and Doors Fresno

The VLX 500 Single & Double Hung Window is a vertical-glide aluminum window built for homes that need reliable ventilation, easy cleaning, and a profile that works in both modern and traditional architecture. It’s the window Fresno homeowners choose when they want the strength of aluminum without the clunky look of older metal frames. Meridian Windows and Doors Fresno is an authorized ViewLux installation partner, which means you get the factory product backed by a local team that measures, installs, and stands behind the work. We’ve installed the VLX 500 across Fresno, Clovis, Madera, and the surrounding foothill communities. Call (559) 272-4716 to schedule a free on-site measurement and quote.

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Product Overview – VLX 500 Single & Double Hung Window

The VLX 500 gets the fundamentals right. It’s a classic vertical-glide aluminum hung window with tilt-in sashes, so cleaning the exterior glass from inside your home takes about thirty seconds per sash. No ladders, no contortion. The single hung version has a fixed top panel and an operable bottom sash. The double hung lets both sashes move, which gives you better airflow control, especially during Fresno’s shoulder seasons when you want a breeze from the top and bottom at the same time.

ViewLux engineered this series around a 2.36-inch profile width and a wall thickness of 0.079 inches. Those numbers translate to a frame that resists racking and bowing over time. In a climate where summer heat regularly pushes past 100 degrees and winter nights drop into the 30s, cheap vinyl frames can warp and aluminum frames without proper engineering can sweat. The VLX 500 is built to stay square and operate smoothly through those swings.

We recommend this window for whole-house replacements in the established neighborhoods of Fresno: Tower District, Old Fig Garden, Woodward Park, Sunnyside, and the mid-century tracts east of Blackstone. It’s also a smart upgrade for rental properties and flips, where durability and low maintenance carry real value. Once installed by Meridian Windows and Doors Fresno, this is a window you’ll rarely think about, which is exactly the point.

If you’re deciding between the VLX 500 and a competing vinyl option, call us at (559) 272-4716. We’ll bring samples to your home so you can feel the difference before you commit.

Technical Specifications

Here’s the spec sheet, stated plainly. These numbers come directly from the factory documentation for the VLX 500 series we order for Fresno installations.

• Frame material: Extruded aluminum with factory-applied finish
• Wall thickness: 0.079 inches
• Profile width: 2.36 inches
• Glass types available: Clear, Frosted, Low-E, Tempered, Laminated
• Finish options: Premium Black, Pure White, Anodized Silver, Bronze, Champagne, Teak Wood
• Screen options: Half-screen or full-screen in standard insect mesh
• Operation: Single hung (top fixed, bottom operable) or double hung (both sashes operable)
• Sash cleaning: Tilt-in mechanism on operable sashes
• Thermal performance: Thermal break technology, NFRC-rated
• Installation standard: AAMA 2400/2410 compliant, AAMA 812 perimeter sealant

Custom sizing is available on every order. We measure each opening individually, so no two windows on a Fresno home are ever assumed to be the same until our crew confirms the numbers on site.

Performance Features

Thermal Efficiency. The VLX 500 incorporates a thermal break that separates the interior and exterior aluminum. This interrupts heat transfer through the frame, which is the weak point of older aluminum windows. Paired with Low-E glass, NFRC-rated performance puts this window in solid territory for Fresno’s PG&E climate zone. Lower summer cooling loads start at the envelope.

Acoustic Performance. Living near Highway 99, Highway 41, or the BNSF rail corridor means sound control matters. The VLX 500’s aluminum frame and quality glazing options reduce exterior noise transmission noticeably versus single-pane originals. Laminated glass pushes that reduction further for homeowners on busy arterial streets like Shaw, Herndon, or Blackstone.

Airtightness & Weather Seal. The sashes seat against continuous weatherstripping, which limits air infiltration at the meeting rail and perimeter. During Fresno’s dusty spring and the tule fog months, a tighter seal means less dust on your sills and fewer drafts near seating areas. Airtightness is not a marketing phrase here. It’s a measurable AAMA standard, and this window is built to it.

Waterproofing. The frame design channels water away from the interior, with weep holes that drain the track. Every installation we perform includes AAMA 812 low-expansion foam sealant around all perimeter joints, then a final water test before we call the job done. That matters in a city that gets intense but irregular rainfall. A drywall patch after a storm costs more than a correct install the first time.

Wind Resistance. Fresno County sees consistent afternoon winds in the spring, and homes on the open east side get hit harder than sheltered neighborhoods. The VLX 500 is wind-load rated for local climate requirements, and the 0.079-inch wall thickness gives the frame the backbone to hold its shape when gusts press against large glass panes.

Security & Hardware. Aluminum frames resist prying better than vinyl. The locking hardware sits flush and engages both sashes on double hung units. For ground-floor windows or homes where break-ins are a concern, we often spec laminated impact-resistant glass, which holds together even when struck. It’s a meaningful security upgrade for Fresno neighborhoods where window-smash burglaries are a known problem.

Color & Glass Options

The VLX 500 comes in six finishes, and they cover a lot of design ground. Pure White and Premium Black work beautifully on modern and transitional homes, especially the newer builds in northwest Fresno and along the Van Ness Extension corridor. Bronze and Anodized Silver sit naturally on commercial-style projects and mid-century homes that want an understated metal look. Champagne is the surprising pick for warm contemporary exteriors with beige or greige stucco. Teak Wood is a wood-grain aluminum finish, the right answer for traditional Fresno homes in Fig Garden or the older parts of Clovis where vinyl wood-look would read as imitation.

Glass choices break down by need. Clear is the budget-minded standard. Frosted gives privacy for bathrooms and street-facing bedrooms without blocking light. Low-E is our default recommendation in Fresno because it cuts solar heat gain during summer while preserving visible light. Tempered glass meets code for safety glazing in doors and low windows. Laminated glass adds sound dampening and impact resistance, popular for homes near the airport flight paths or along arterial roads.

The screen choice is simple: half-screen covers the bottom sash and keeps your sill line clean. Full-screen covers the entire opening and makes sense for double hung units where both sashes might be open at once.

Installation by Meridian Windows and Doors Fresno in Fresno

A window is only as good as the installation around it. The VLX 500 is a precise product, and ViewLux’s warranty is only as strong as the workmanship that put the window in the wall. That’s why Meridian Windows and Doors Fresno installs every unit to AAMA 2400/2410 standards, in this order:

First, we inspect each rough opening before we order. We check for water damage at the sill, verify framing condition, and measure in three places per side because openings in older Fresno homes are rarely perfectly square. We find problems before we order, not after the window arrives. Then the install crew sets each unit in place, shims it level, plumb, and square, and checks the reveal on all four sides. A window that’s out of square binds at the locks and leaks at the corners.

Around the perimeter, we apply AAMA 812 low-expansion foam sealant on every joint, then flash and trim per the manufacturer’s installation detail. In Fresno, we account for stucco returns, siding systems, and the occasional brick veneer. Each exterior gets a final water test before we trim out the interior. The last step is a walkthrough with you, so you know how the tilt-in function works and where the weep holes are. Heads-up: improper installation will void a manufacturer warranty, so call a trained crew. It costs less than the alternative.

Frequently Asked Questions – VLX 500 Single & Double Hung Window

What is the lead time for the VLX 500 Single & Double Hung Window? Most VLX 500 orders land at our Fresno shop within two to four weeks from final measurement, depending on finish and glass selection. We’ll give you a written production schedule when you sign, and we schedule installation as soon as the windows pass our receiving inspection.

Does the VLX 500 qualify for energy tax credits? It can, with the right glass package and NFRC ratings needed to meet federal energy tax credit thresholds. We’ll help you confirm current qualification during your quote, and provide product documentation for your tax file. Call (559) 272-4716 and we’ll walk through the energy numbers.

What warranty comes with the Single & Double Hung Window? The VLX 500 carries the ViewLux factory warranty on frame, finish, glass, and hardware, and Meridian Windows and Doors Fresno backs the installation with our workmanship warranty. You get two layers of coverage: the product and the labor that put it in.

Can I customize the size? Yes. The VLX 500 is ordered per opening, not off the shelf. Odd sizes, specific window heights, and mixed grids are all available. We measure each opening in Fresno individually, which is the only way to get an airtight fit on older homes.

How do I maintain aluminum frames? Wash the frames and tracks twice a year with mild soap and water, and clear the weep holes so drainage stays open. The factory finish doesn’t need painting or sealing. That’s what makes aluminum a practical choice for busy Fresno homeowners. Questions about a specific unit? Call (559) 272-4716 and we’ll talk you through it.

Get a Quote – VLX 500 Single & Double Hung Window in Fresno

We’d rather measure your home than guess from a phone screen. We’ll bring finish samples, show you glass options in real daylight, and write you a line-item quote with no pressure and no change orders. Call (559) 272-4716 to set up a free on-site measurement with Meridian Windows and Doors Fresno.

Written by the team at Meridian Windows and Doors Fresno, serving Fresno, CA and surrounding communities as an authorized ViewLux installation partner.