Cold is something that no one enjoys. Even with the heater on, below zero, it is pretty common for many homes to feel cold and drafty. Old windows are the main cause of this issue for they have air leaks and use dated materials and technologies. That being said, they are less effective in acting as an insulator and fail miserably in keeping the cool air from getting into your home during the winter. While many people...
The primary function of any entry door that leads outside is to be tough enough to hold up against wind, rain, scorching sun and potential household intruders. But style is also important to many people, as the front door is one of the first things that newcomers will notice about the exterior of your home. Who doesn’t want to make a good impression, right? Unfortunately, it can be tough to find the right balance of form and...
The front door usually catches the eye when entering the home. The door is an important component in improving curb appeal. Since it is the entryway to the home, the door should have a design and décor that is attractive and welcoming. You may not have considered the importance of the front door but are now giving serious thought to the current status of the door. A worn out door is unappealing and send a negative message...
Cold is something that no one enjoys. Even with the heater on, below zero, it is pretty common for many homes to feel cold and drafty. Old windows are the main cause of this issue for they have air leaks and use dated materials and technologies. That being said, they are less effective in acting as an insulator and fail miserably in keeping the cool air from getting into your home during the winter. While many people...
I doubt as a homeowner that you would want anything to go wrong during the winter, let alone any time of the year. In Hamilton, Ontario, damages and the like will inevitably arise and as such, there is plenty for you to do to reduce the damage done by the winter weather. Being proactive and taking these few steps into consideration can wholly prevent damages to your windows. You just need a bit of know-how and...
Some reasons necessitate the replacement of old windows. There are the benefits of new windows including that they will not be drafty, they will tilt in to make cleaning easy, and they do not require the unsightly storm windows. New windows are more energy efficient than the old windows. However, it doesn’t make any sense paying up to $1500 for the replacement of a window to lower heating or cooling costs. New windows will not repay the cost...