Windows
Protective Window Coatings and Other Options to Prevent Break-Ins
You know what they say: an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. And when it comes to your family’s safety, you’ll pull out all the stops to make sure your home is secure and theft-free. Unfortunately, according to FBI data, about one in every 36 homes will experience a robbery this year,…
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Exterior Treatments to Shade Windows from the Sun
One way to use less energy and lower your utility bills is by minimizing the amount of hot sunlight that enters your home through your windows. Here are seven exterior window shades and other window treatment ideas to shade windows from the sun. 1. Awnings Awnings are probably the most common exterior window treatment to…
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How to Reduce Heat Transfer From Windows
If you only worry about your windows during cold winter months, you’re wasting a lot of energy. That’s because windows can allow so much hot air to seep into your living space during the summer—and lose conditioned cool air as well — which makes your home uncomfortable and hikes your AC bill — yikes! But…
Windows
Maintaining your windows is crucial to their durability as well as functionality. In addition, since they represent an important and sizable investment in your home, well-maintained windows help to hold your property’s value. This post will cover the basic steps of window maintenance. It will also address the importance of maintaining and protecting your window…
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7 Signs Your Windows Need to be Replaced
Window issues can arise no matter how new your home is. You may suspect your windows are leaking air, or you may be having trouble opening and closing windows. Or the issue may be more straightforward — you may have outdated windows, or windows that are damaged or rotting. Whatever the issue is, window replacements…