2016

This blog is all about choosing the right windows for your place, and avoiding problems that might come along during your project.

2016

3 Tips For A Plant-Friendly Sunroom

29 July 2016
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When you think about a sunroom, you might think about having beautiful plants everywhere. Because of all of the natural sunlight, it can be the ideal place for many plants. However, there is some planning that you'll need to do if you want to use your sunroom in this manner. These are a few helpful tips that can help you design a more plant-friendly sunroom. 1. Install Shades Even though the whole idea of a sunroom is being able to enjoy all of the natural lighting, it is important to be able to control the lighting.
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Things To Consider When Choosing Wooden Window Blinds

27 July 2016
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Keeping your home private is sure to be high on your list of priorities. You will want to ensure others can't simply peep through the windows and watch you do your daily activities. One of the ways to do this is by having the right type of blinds installed in your home. It's ideal to know how to choose the best wooden blinds to enable you to have the most privacy.
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The Advantages Of Double Pane Windows

5 July 2016
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Compared to those with only one sheet of glass, double pane windows offer a wealth of benefits. Yet many people still don't understand what makes double pane windows worth the extra cost. If you are considering upgrading the windows in your home, read on. This article provide a crash course in the advantages of double pane windows. Energy Savings Perhaps the most attractive feature of double pane windows is that they have a direct, and often quite pronounced, effect on a home's energy costs.
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3 Tips For Taking Care Of Your Windows This Summer

16 June 2016
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If you take proper care of your windows, you will be able to extend the life of the windows in your home. Here are four maintenance tasks you need to complete this summer in order to ensure your windows are in tip-top shape. #1 Inspect Window Caulking Typically, caulking is applied around the outside of windows, between the window and your exterior siding or walls. It helps protect your home and helps maintain a tight seal around your window.
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Three Tests To Determine If Your Windows Are Leaking Air And Need To Be Replaced

10 May 2016
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Although air is invisible, when it comes to your heating and cooling costs, air loss from windows is clearly visible on your bill. In terms of your heating costs, air loss can account for as much as 25 percent of your bill. Air loss isn't random, but instead is a clear indication that it's likely time to replace your windows. Before this loss starts to affect your bill, make sure you know how to examine your windows for air loss so that you can have them replaced.
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Finding Better Windows For Your Home

A few months ago, I realized that our windows were letting in an exceptional amount of unheated air. It was frustrating, because it seemed like our house was perpetually drafty. I knew that I needed to solve the problem, so I started looking for better windows for our place. I started working with a professional residential window contractor, and they were amazing at figuring out what we needed and what we needed to do. This blog is all about choosing the right windows for your place, and avoiding problems that might come along during your project. You never know, you might be surprised to see how much of a difference new windows can make.