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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 I decided to replace the outdated windows, which I knew weren't rated for the kind of weather we faced.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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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]

Getting New Home Windows: Helpful Things To Know

Posted on December 28, 2015

Does a lot of air come through your home windows and cause you to run the HVAC system longer than you desire? It might be time to spend some money on new windows, and the frames that they are in may need to be replaced as well. Discover in this article the important things that you should consider when getting new windows for your house. What Are Good Window Options for a House? [Read More]

New Homeowner's Guide: How To Put House Wrap Around Your Home Before Starting A Siding Job

Posted on December 22, 2015

Installing vinyl siding on an older house you just bought can help you save on energy costs, make the outside of your home look new again, and cut down on the time and effort you would expend painting and caring for an old wooden exterior. However, before you start putting up siding, you should cover the home with house wrap. House wrap cuts down on drafts and moisture entering into the home. [Read More]

Cracked Windshield? Don't Wait To Get That Repaired

Posted on December 22, 2015

If you live in an area that's supposed to get heavy rains in the next few months, and your car's windshield is cracked, listen up. With the threat of El Niño and its heavy rains still around, don't delay getting those cracks fixed. Even warmer locations can see overnight temperatures in winter dip below the freezing mark, and if you end up with even a drop of water in that windshield crack, freezing temperatures could see your windshield suddenly need much more repair work than before. [Read More]