Windows play a crucial role in maintaining the comfort and energy efficiency of your home. Over time, you may experience home window issues such as inadequate insulation, leaks, drafts, and more. In this guide, we’ll walk you through a step-by-step process to help you identify these problems and determine whether it’s time to consider replacing
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As much as most people welcome spring after a long winter, the season can be miserable for allergy sufferers. Pollen and other common allergy triggers become prevalent again, causing unpleasant symptoms after several months of respite. Typical Causes and Symptoms Associated with Seasonal Allergies Tree pollen is the leading cause of allergies in the spring,
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Many homeowners around the country have experienced sticker shock after receiving a few heating bills for the winter of 2021-2022. Although the natural gas can’t be controlled, there are several available steps to better insulate homes. Not only will these steps result in lower heating costs, but inhabitants will feel more comfortable as well. Why
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Homeowners can’t stand persistent rattling windows. They can also feel frustrated when they do not know what causes the noise or how they can fix it. According to the window manufacturer Renewal by Andersen, loose glass or a loose frame are the two primary reasons for window rattling. Eliminating the annoying sound starts with determining what is
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Cleaning windows from the outside is challenging but necessary work. Even when the windows are easy to access, many people find that they have to go back to remove residual streaks and missed spots later. This can be so frustrating that homeowners either give up on window cleaning or hire a professional to do it.
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Your HVAC system is one of the most important parts of your home. It warms your home in the winter and cools it in the summer, all while filtering out pollutants. Perform regular maintenance and make home upgrades that reduce the amount of temperature-regulation work your system needs to do. That step with extend your HVAC
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4 Warning Signs Your Windows Have Reached the End of Their Life Whether you live in a humble home or a huge mansion, the windows are an integral part of the structure. And no matter how good your windows are, they have a limited lifespan. Unfortunately, it is not always easy to tell when the
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Now that fall is officially here, it’s a good time for homeowners to check each of their windows to ensure they don’t have an air or water leak that could reduce energy efficiency during the winter. Unfortunately, it takes only a tiny leak to cause damage to a window frame. This will eventually start the
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Earlier this week (on Monday, February 20th to be exact), the volume of rainfall in the City of San Francisco officially passed the full season normal of 23.65″. This is quite significant as the annual rain season runs from July 1st to June 30th. With over 4 months left in the 2016-17 season, the total
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During the rainy months of the year, window installation and replacement companies often receive calls from customers regarding visible water in the bottom of sliding units, as well as interior/exterior condensation issues. Many of these issues are actually a byproduct of the windows working as they are intended to. Below is an explanation of the
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