05/14/2015
The exterior of your home is just as important as the interior. Let’s face it, we don’t spend every minute of our day inside the house. Curb appeal not only adds some market value to your home but it just...
05/07/2015
Choosing whether to restore your windows or replace can be a difficult decision. Typically it is more expensive to replace windows then restore them, but there are hidden costs in window restoration: time and energy. If you end up paying...
04/23/2015
As spring rolls in we try to take advantage of the weather as much as possible. We open our windows and let in the fresh air and cool breeze. One great way to enjoy the beautiful, warm weather would be...
04/16/2015
In a previous blog post we discussed casement windows and how they’re often overlooked by homeowners. Awning windows are similar to casement windows in function as they both operate on hinges as opposed to sliding. The major difference lies in...
04/02/2015
The money you may save purchasing cheap windows will go directly to increased heating and cooling costs in the years to come. Though it may be more expensive upfront, opting for energy efficient windows will save you money in the...
03/19/2015
The front door is the face to your home. Some are bright and welcoming and others are soothing and reserved. Front doors don’t only serve aesthetic purposes but provide your home with energy efficiency and safety. If you’re in the...
03/12/2015
Remodeling and renovations can be a large expense. Learning how to budget remodeling is difficult, and before spending a large sum of money, it’s good to know if the investment is truly worth it. Do the ends justify the means?...
03/05/2015
History tends to repeat itself. Old trends that died out decades ago have a way of making a resurgence.19th and 20th Century industrial factories and warehouses were known for their steel framed windows that would stretch from floor to ceiling....
02/19/2015
If you’re looking to install windows in your home that are highly operational you may want to consider sliding windows. Sliding windows are great for any floor of the house and can much easier to open if you plan on...
02/12/2015
The National Roofing Contractors Associations (NRCA) suggests that a homeowner inspects his or her roof twice a year – once at the beginning of Spring and again at the beginning of the Fall. Why? Even the strongest and most durable...
02/05/2015
There is one type of window that is often over-looked by homeowners: casement windows. Casement windows open like a door, to the left or right. But, instead of a knob they are operated by a crank that turns to swing...
01/15/2015
No matter the make, windows and doors tend to frost up. Your windows have the potential to get icy and cold in freezing conditions. A great way to combat the chill of windows is with a storm door/window. But what...
