If you've decided to replace your old windows, it may be time to replace your siding as well--and for some of the same reasons. This is especially true if your old windows and siding are wood. If your old windows have deteriorated, chances are your siding has, too, if it's about ...
read moreIf you are in the market for a new front door, you need to ask yourself if you prefer steel, or wood. Both have a great reputation so it is just a matter of what you want. Some of the advantages are spelled out here so that you will have ...
read moreThe recent cooler nights may be a reminder for many Minnesota home owners that it will soon be time to switch out those cumbersome screen windows for the even-more unwieldy storm windows. And that means a ladder, and probably a caulk gun. A quick once-over might indicate that some of ...
read moreOwners of historic homes as well as older properties built before 1978 face special challenges in addition to maintaining architectural integrity whenever they seek to remodel more than a very small area. Many building materials--more than just the commonly-known paint and pipes--used prior to 1978 may contain lead. And if ...
read moreIf you're a Twin Cities area home owner who wants to replace your old windows, you've probably found out that there are a lot of replacement window companies in the metro area. Some specialize in budget window lines while others handle the top-line products, but at Window Outfitters we feel ...
read moreMakers of modern windows have improved their thermal efficiency by adding a second (or even a third) glass pane, the idea being that air trapped between the glass panels will add insulating value. If you have single-glazed windows you probably know how cold to the touch the windows are. Even ...
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