Replacing old windows with bay or bow windows is one inexpensive way to add character to a Michigan home that doesn’t have a lot of curb appeal. Curved bow or angular bay windows can be used throughout your home although they are often used in the front of the home to improve the exterior look. […]

The snow is finally melting, and you can see the first blooms peeking out in your Michigan yard. This is the time of year when everything feels fresh and new. You know it is a great time for cleaning and improving your home. While you are chasing down dust bunnies and cleaning out closets, it […]

Many companies that make energy-efficient windows love to talk about how their offerings reflect the sun’s rays back out into the air instead of letting them in your house. That’s great – for people living in the Deep South. In Michigan, of course, getting the sun’s rays into the house is actually a good thing because that […]

As the U.S. Department of Energy is so quick to point out, using the wrong patio doors will most assuredly cause homes to loss their energy-efficiency. This brings us to a logical question, which we’ll answer in today’s blog post. “Which patio doors are the right ones and what ones should homeowners avoid like frostbite in January?” Let’s start […]

Installing new windows comes with excellent benefits, such as enhanced security and safety, improved home comfort, increased energy efficiency and upgraded curbside appeal. But all these rather exciting benefits can be swiftly negated if the new windows are not installed properly by the contractor. Even worse, poorly installed windows can lead to your home being […]

Temperatures can drop to freezing at night, and there’s the occasional snowfall. But aside from these, winters in Tennessee are generally mild. Still, you need to take measures that can ensure your home’s thermal comfort and energy efficiency won’t be affected. These include checking the overall condition of  your windows and patio doors. Have your windows […]

Replacing your old windows can significantly enhance your home’s appearance and increase its energy efficiency. Once your new casement windows have been installed, you’ll immediately notice an improvement in your home’s comfort and you may experience energy savings, as well. However, you have to consider a lot of things when purchasing new windows. 

Home improvements are among the top things that come to mind when people want to increase the value of their property. If you are putting your house on sale, you should focus on projects that can give you the highest return on your investment. Roof replacement, kitchen remodeling and bathroom renovations are typical projects homeowners […]

While the beginning of the year is the perfect time to establish better habits, it’s also a good time to consider how you can improve your home. Keep in mind that enhancing the features of your house can boost curb appeal, make living more convenient, your interior more comfortable and even help you save on […]