Photo: campbellwindowfilm.comSince polycarbonate is much lighter than glass, you can install such windows as a DIY job. This can greatly reduce the cost of such window replacements.
Polycarbonate lets in light and heat in much the same way that glass does, meaning that replacing the glass with polycarbonate should not leave your rooms feeling dark or stuffy.The one disadvantage of switching out glass windows to polycarbonate is the price.
Polycarbonate panes are typically around three times the price of glass panes, costing around $30 per square foot.A more affordable option here is plexiglass.
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