Once you've decided to replace your old windows, the next decision you'll probably face is choosing the frame material. There are other decisions such as style, number of panes, hardware, etc., but deciding on the type of frame you want will help you narrow down the manufacturers co consider. Replacement ...
read moreThe double-hung is what most people picture when you say the word "window." It's been the most popular window style in the U.S. for a long time. There are many styles of windows available, and sometimes the temptation is to disregard the traditional choice for something newer and trendier. While that may ...
read moreIf you've already decided to replace your front entry door and take advantage of current federal income tax credits for energy-efficient door products, why not consider doing something a little different from what you have now? The tendency is to replace a door with something comparable, but we'd like to ...
read moreWhen the warm weather is finally here for keeps in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area, you'll find homeowners in droves outside on the weekends tackling those home maintenance and yard chores that have been waiting all winter. Some are mechanical upkeep, some are winter recovery, and others are more aesthetic, such ...
read moreMost of us start our new year with a list of resolutions. However, many of those resolutions go uncompleted, not because we’re lazy or dishonest with ourselves, but because of the lack of plan. Many of those resolutions involve home maintenance. These unfinished projects can be a source of stress ...
read moreBasements are often overlooked when evaluating a home's windows. Because they are often partially below grade, basement windows are less observable, and as the old saying goes, "Out of sight, out of mind." But the very reason they are often ignored is the reason they should get deliberate attention. When ...
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