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Finding Better Windows

After I started updating my home, I realized that I was forgetting about a major home component: my windows. I had updated the flooring and the paint, but I knew that I needed to do a little more to make my home marketable. I decided to replace the outdated windows, which I knew weren't rated for the kind of weather we faced. I was able to find some incredibly efficient models that were also easier to clean. It was amazing to have them. After they were installed, my energy costs went down. This blog is all about finding better windows.

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3 Ways To Prevent Birds From Flying Into Your Windows

Posted on January 5, 2016

There are few things more jarring than a sudden thud on the windows of your home in the middle of the day. You carefully peel back the curtains or blinds, only to see a bit of smudged glass. Perhaps you even spot the culprit: a weary, possibly concussed dove stumbling around your porch. If you hear this sound more often than you'd like, chances are you're pretty desperate for a solution to such a complicated problem. [Read More]

3 Tips To Help You Reuse Old Windows

Posted on January 5, 2016

Replacing the windows in your older home can be a great way to make your home more energy efficient. Since older windows often have an aesthetic beauty that cannot be replicated, finding new ways to incorporate these windows into your home's design can be beneficial. Here are three tips you can use to help you breathe new life into your old windows once they have been replaced with new windows in the future. [Read More]

Front Door Choices: Making Your Home More Inviting

Posted on December 31, 2015

The look of your front door can make or break your home's first impression on visitors or even those just passing by. If your current door is indistinctive, then it is time to remedy the situation. Choosing the right material and color can set your house apart from the other homes on the block.  Materials Wood is a classic and beautiful choice. A wood door certainly makes a statement, although it also requires slightly more maintenance than other materials in order to keep the finish dent free and shining. [Read More]

What Makes A Window Energy Efficient?

Posted on December 29, 2015

A pane of glass will not insulate your home. The problem is that during the winter, the pane of glass will absorb heat from inside your home, and as cold air moves across the window on the outside, it will absorb heat from the window. In other words, heat is constantly leaking out of your home through the windows. Window manufacturers will try various strategies to improve the energy efficiency of your windows, and by understanding how each strategy works, you will be better prepared to choose a good window for your home. [Read More]