Roughly 50% of your energy use goes towards space heating and cooling your home. With such a large amount of money being spent on this area, increasingly more people are starting to prioritize energy efficiency in their home improvement projects.
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You know immediately when you need to replace a refrigerator, or a washing machine, but when it comes to windows, the telltale signs of inefficient performance can be a little more subtle. The decline is slow and gradual and can easily be missed if you don’t know what to look for.
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The first step to replacing your old windows is to find the right company to work with. If this is the first home you’ve ever owned or have never replaced windows before, that first step might not be so simple.
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In a recent survey we conducted of 1000 Americans across the US, a shade above half responded that they have double-pane windows in their homes. Both weighted (adjusted to match national demographics) and unweighted answers amounted to the same proportion of 52% to 48% owning double-pane windows.
Read MoreOne of the major reasons for mold growth is due to excess humidity. It is essential to learn how to control moisture around the windows and doors of your home to prevent mold growth. In Pittsburgh, windows are subject to a lot of moisture concerns.
Read MoreAfter you’ve determined that you need new windows, there are two main routes to go: replacement windows or a full-frame replacement window system.
Read MoreMaintaining a home is vital to its comfort, energy efficiency, and value. However, homeowners should keep a closer eye on certain areas of their houses. Windows, exterior doors, siding, roofing, and insulation are all critical to both the look and livability of a house.
Read MoreMaintaining a home is vital to its comfort, energy efficiency, and value. However, homeowners should keep a closer eye on certain areas of their houses. Windows, exterior doors, siding, roofing, and insulation are all critical to both the look and livability of a house.
Read MoreIf you feel a draft in your home, it’s important to determine where it is coming from before taking further action. Drafts coming from your windows may have a few causes, and depending on the reason, it may not be necessary to install replacement windows at all!
Read MoreNearly every homeowner, at one point or another, will face the task of replacing their home’s windows. In doing so, a variety of questions and considerations will spring up, from the choice between double and triple pane windows to the prices that accompany each option.
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