Patio doors are an important element for any home. They can create a strong visual effect both indoors and out. As you are shopping for the perfect patio door for your Indianapolis home, there are a few characteristics you should be considering. Here are the biggest factors in selecting the right patio door: Sliding vs […]

Homeowners often think of drafts as a winter problem. You envision cold air blowing into your home through gaps or openings around your window. While winter drafts are a problem, drafts do not go away once the weather warms up. Air continues to blow in around loose and damaged windows, and that warmer air places […]

If you are considering a DIY window replacement, you may want to stop and consider what you are actually losing in the process. When you hire a professional, you get a full-frame window replacement, while most DIY products are only partial replacements and could actually reduce the value of your home. Here are some important […]

When you walk by your windows, do you feel cold air seeping in from outside? This type of air leak is known as a draft, and not only does it make your home uncomfortable, but it also compromises your home’s efficiency. Drafty Michigan homes cost more to heat in the winter months, and even in the summer, […]

Drafts — they can be one of your worst enemies during the cold winter months in Ohio. Windows develop drafts when the glass, sash, and frame no longer meet up perfectly. The gaps created are the perfect holes for cold air to pass through, especially during a windy snow storm. But what causes the windows […]

When you have a child, everything changes… including the precautions you take around home! One of the most important safety considerations is your windows. You would not want your child to tumble out a window, have their fingers crushed by a falling sash, or get their skin stuck in the hinges of a casement window. […]

These days, there are so many different styles and types of replacement windows that choosing the best ones for your Cincinnati home is not easy. To ensure you choose the best windows, it’s important to read the window label, but window labels are not always as intuitive as you might hope. Abbreviations and obscure words can make […]

Like all windows, sliding windows can lose their energy efficiency as they age. Windows with wooden sashes, especially, can begin to show signs of wear, creating air gaps between the window and the frame. On a cold day, you may walk past the sliding window and actually feel the cool breeze coming in through these gaps. […]

One of the lovely things about bay windows is how much sunlight they allow to flow into your Michigan home. However, there are times when you may want to block some or all of that sunlight in order to dim the room or provide privacy. Roman shades are a lovely window treatment option for bay windows. They come in […]