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How Do I Know When It’s Time to Replace My Windows?

As energy prices soar across the world, many homeowners struggle to keep pace. Many homes built today have energy-saving features like efficient HVAC systems, automated lighting, and energy-smart appliances. Still, many homeowners find themselves searching for ways to deal with rising energy bills. In most situations, the primary culprit of high energy use is leaking or malfunctioning windows. Today, we will suggest five signs to look for that indicate your windows need to be replaced. Reason 1 – Your Utility Bill Is Out of Control It’s no secret that energy

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Choosing the Best Materials for New Windows

When your project calls for new or replacement windows in a home, often the customer is focused on style or budget. If the old windows caused problems, they may be more concerned with quality. As the designer, builder, or remodeler in a position to advise the client, some deeper knowledge of window materials will help you guide them to the best choices. And, of course, your local Marvin dealer is always ready to help. The first thing to establish is that there is far more to the decision than what

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What’s the Difference Between Insert and Full Frame Windows?

In the world of window replacement, there’s a lot of technical jargon that’s used, whether in how a product is named or how it’s installed. We’re here to break it down for you. However, having an understanding of the different types of windows and how they’re installed can help when trying to decide if now is the time to replace those old windows and what options to choose. But first, let’s explore some fundamental steps homeowners can take to prepare for these types of projects. Project Planning for Window Replacement

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How do Window Shapes Fit Into Your Remodeling Project?

They say “variety is the spice of life” and in the world of windows, there’s a wide range of options available to you. And we’re not just talking about new construction either. There are many different types of windows on the market today that are well suited for remodeling and replacement projects too. Before we dive into the different shapes and styles, let’s first discuss the difference between a remodel and a replacement project. Remodel vs. Replacement – what’s the difference? Simply put, a remodel would describe a larger scale

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Window Trim Ideas for Decor and Function

On the surface, a window may seem like a fairly basic element in your home.  After all, it’s essentially a frame and some glass that’s nice to look at (or more so, look through :).  However, there are a number of other aspects to a window that allows it to achieve its full potential.  What do we mean?  Read on to find out why you should be asking yourself, “Where can I find window trim ideas for decor and function?” As home improvement projects go, while replacing your windows may

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5 Signs It’s Time To Replace Your Windows

When to replace your windows? But, soft! what light through yonder window breaks? While Shakespeare was referring to young love, there’s something to be said for the role a window plays in everyday life. Seriously though, windows are an integral part of our homes, so when they look terrible and don’t work properly, it can have a ripple effect on not only our psyche, but also the value of what is likely our most substantial investment. Now that we’ve established that, here are 5 signs it’s time to replace your

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How To Modernize Your Home

Modernize Your Home with These Steps Being “homebound” has been the new normal for many people. Let’s face it, even before the pandemic we all spent a lot of time inside. Did you know that according to the Environmental Protection Agency, on average, we’ll spend over 90% of our lives indoors? And now that our time indoors has been more restricted to our homes, it’s inevitable that we’re starting to analyze our surroundings, including those areas that could stand for an update. The prospect of modernizing your home may seem

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How To Increase the Value of Your Home

Your home plays many important roles in your well being. These 3 simple additions can increase its value—and help you enjoy it. Front Door Renovation Replace Window With Door Open More Space What is the value of a home? Home is more than a place to live. It is a space where we can relax, feel comfortable and secure, and be surrounded by friends and loved ones. Whether you are single or living with family, home is the nucleus of your life — an anchor you rely on; the point

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How To Compare Replacement Windows

Compare Replacement Windows When the time finally comes time to select new windows for your home, it is easy to feel overwhelmed or intimidated by the options. Learning how to compare replacement windows is a tough task for any homeowner. After all, we all want a beautiful home that helps us feel comfortable and confident. Since windows are such a prominent feature of every home, it is only natural to want the best ones. But, what makes one window better than another? And more importantly, how can you identify those

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Benefits Of Replacing Your Windows

Since they are all around, people often take the benefits of replacing your windows for granted. However, no one could deny that they really do a lot for any building, be it a public place or private home. In fact, one of the best investments you can make in your home is new windows. Not only do they update your home both visually and comfort-wise, but they can also save you  money. The two primary ways a window replacement can help you save some cash is by reducing energy bills