If you own an older or historic home in the Minneapolis area, chances are if your windows are the original ones, they are single pane glass. In fact, it wasn't until the 1970s that double pane glass windows became common. Most new homes built in the 1970s-1980s were constructed with ...
read moreThe smart home - once a newsworthy innovation - has become almost commonplace. (The first technology was introduced in 1975, but it took quite awhile to develop and become popular.) Currently it's projected that smart homes will increase by almost 11% this year alone. As a Marvin Authorized Replacement Contractor ...
read moreThe first Earth Day (1970) is recognized as the beginning of the modern environmental movement. About this time, the first energy-efficient windows were introduced, beginning with multi-pane glass. (Up until this point, the single-pane glass window was almost universal. Since that time, the window industry has increased the energy ...
read moreIf you're considering remodeling your Minneapolis area home, a very important aspect is how that project will affect the value of your home. Believe it or not, there are some types of renovation that can actually lower the value of your home. A good example is an in-ground ...
read moreAt our Minneapolis replacement window company, we serve a wide range of customers, And we install these energy-efficient windows in homes of just about every style and age. Yes, we specialize in older and historic homes, but more than a few modern homes are in our project catalog. We've found ...
read moreDepending on where in the Minneapolis area you live, you may be familiar with (and annoyed by) rattling windows. While the noise may interrupt a phone call or your favorite TV show, rattling windows actually indicate your windows need some repair (or replacement). Let's examine why this happens. What Causes ...
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