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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 I decided to replace the outdated windows, which I knew weren't rated for the kind of weather we faced.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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FAQ For Energy Efficiency Tax Credits For Window Tints

Posted on February 15, 2016

If you are on the fence about window tinting, you should know that you are eligible for tax credits should you install them. That's right: the government will give you money back for utilizing energy-efficient options in your home. But what are these tax credits? How do you get them? And how much can you save? What Are Window Tint Tax Credits? Window tint or film tax credits are tax-breaks offered to people who install these items in their home. [Read More]

Keep Your New Vinyl Siding Looking New

Posted on January 7, 2016

With a little regular maintenance, you could get up to 60 years of life from your new vinyl house siding. By keeping the surface clean, you'll prevent damage to the siding and your house will look new for years. Here are some ways to get the most from this investment in your home. Dangers to Your Vinyl Siding Several natural factors can reduce the look and life of your vinyl siding, such as: [Read More]

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]