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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 I decided to replace the outdated windows, which I knew weren't rated for the kind of weather we faced.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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Two Questions To Ask When Replacing A Window Pane

Posted on January 6, 2016

Windows are a perennial weak spot in a home because glass is a poor insulator. In fact, if you have nothing more than single-pane windows, they will have an r-value of about 1. In case you aren't sure what that means, its not good. Manufacturers have devised all sorts of ways to boost the energy efficiency of a window. When a window breaks, you have an opportunity to boost the energy efficiency of your home if you know what to ask. [Read More]

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]