Spring Home Inspection Checklist | Windows, Gutters, Soffit, & Chimney
Now that the weather has finally turned the corner, we thought it would be a good time to share our spring home inspection checklist. It seemed like winter would never end, but spring has finally sprung. If you are like most home owners, you hunkered down for winter...
Black Window Trim | Unique Look for a Modern Home
Black window trim can provide a unique, contemporary look for your home or office. The appearance can be particularly stunning when black window trim is incorporated into a modern décor. In many cases the use of black or another dark color can eliminate the need for...
Window Sill Dry Rot Repair | How to Remove Dry Rot on an Old Window Sill
Window sill dry rot is a common problem on older homes. This is especially true if the home in question was poorly maintained. If the home owner neglected peeling paint or cracks in the caulking, window sill dry rot is inevitable. Once the wood is damaged, its too...
Window Light Box | How to Illuminate Dark Spaces in Your Home
Adding a window light box to a dark room in your home may the perfect solution to illuminate the poorly lit space. Basements, particularly in northern homes can be dark and dingy due to the tiny windows just above ground level. The same can be true for attics that...
Window Replacement Pricing | Comparing Competitive Window Installation
Window replacement pricing can vary dramatically from one contractor to another. Hopefully you have obtained at least 3 quotes from reputable window contractors for comparison purposes. But how can you decide which one you should choose. Remember there is “more to the...
Locating Wall Studs | 4 Easy Ways to Find Wall Studs When Installing New Windows
Locating wall studs should be your first mission when installing new windows in your home as part of your remodeling project. With any luck you will find a stud that is in the perfect position to serve as the starting point for the new opening. If you don’t, not to...
Properly Installed Windows | What to Look for to Determine if the Job Was Done Right
Properly installed windows can affect both the longevity and functionality of your new windows. You thought you hired a reputable window contractor. The job is complete, everything looks good, they cashed the check, but something seems like it’s just not quite right....
Accordion Windows | Bringing the Outdoors Inside
Installing accordion windows, or in the case of the above photo, accordion doors, can open up a room to the outdoors. If you enjoy nature and an abundance of fresh air, accordion windows will bring the outdoors inside your home. You will enjoy a breathtaking view...
How to Repair a Popped Out Window Sash on a Double Hung Vinyl Window
Have you ever experienced a popped out window sash on your double hung vinyl windows? Perhaps you were performing your spring cleaning and you swung the lower sash inward to clean the outside of the glass. It’s likely that you positioned the sash too low in the side...