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How to Choose the Right Replacement Windows for Your Home
The biggest reason most homeowners have for replacing windows is better energy efficiency. Because of the National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC), you can easily compare windows of different styles to one another as far as their energy efficiency goes. However,...
Decoding Replacement Window Terms
Many of the families looking to replace their windows have never bought new windows before. That often means they’re unfamiliar with the terms so easily said and used by window companies. We want you to be completely confident in your window choice, which is why we...
How Your Doors Impact Your Home’s Energy Efficiency
Although we think about things like our home’s insulation, windows and perhaps our ENERGY STAR® rated appliances as the key to an energy efficient home, your doors also play a roll. Depending on how many doors you have and the type, you could be losing a lot of heat...
The Many Benefits of Energy Efficient Replacement Windows
Most homeowners understand that energy efficient replacement windows can help reduce their electric bills, however, the benefits go beyond just that. If you’ve been putting off replacing your old windows because you understand that you’re not going to get back your...
Maintaining & Repairing or Replacing Windows
Although every window requires some level of maintenance, the older the window, the more maintenance and repair required. This is especially true with older wood windows. There comes a point when replacing windows rather than repairing them may be a better option. If...
Window Trends
If you’re considering replacement windows as part of a home makeover, knowing today’s window trends may be important to you. Although you may think that a window is a window, there is a lot to consider when it comes to style and options that will make your windows a...
Benefits of Double Hung Windows
If you’re building a home or replacing windows in your existing home, you should consider double hung windows. Although, you’ll spend a bit more on a double hung window than the single hung option, there are differences even though they look the same. The significant...
Vinyl Replacement Windows FAQs
When it’s time for replacement windows for your home, one of the first decisions you’ll need to make is the material. Because many homes currently have wood or aluminum windows, vinyl replacement windows are a new concept to many, and, because of that, there are often...
Consider Casement Windows for Your New Windows
If you are looking at new windows for your home and aren’t sure if you want traditional single or double hung windows, consider casement windows. They offer many benefits and are growing in popularity for replacement windows and new construction. What is a Casement...
Choosing the Right Color Replacement Windows
Once you find the window company you want to work with and the brand and style window, you’ll need to choose a color for the frame and sashes for your replacement windows. Some manufacturers have a set of standard colors and another set that comes at an additional...
