The best way to assess the damage on your wooden window frame is to probe it with a flat-head screwdriver. A rot that is confined to the outer frame or the sill is repairable. However, you may consider replacing the entire frame if the rot affects the window frame itself and the interior casement. Remove…
This simply implies that there could be some breeze getting into your home even when the windows are properly closed. The windows can also fog up or become very sticky when you are opening or closing them. They could also gradually fail to stay open. All these could be down to the fact that the…
Windows are an essential feature of any home, as they provide light, warmth, and allow free circulation of air in and out of a building. However, windows that are old and drafty contribute to a large percentage of energy loss in your home that attracts high-energy costs. If you are looking to save money on…
As homeowners, windows are something we often take for granted until we realize they need to be cleaned, or a baseball flies through glass. It’s very common for years to come and go without any attention paid to windows – and to a certain extent, this is how it should be. There are a lot…
When it comes to the aesthetic beauty and livability of the home, windows are a major factor. As a homeowner, the decisions you make about windows can have long-lasting effects. Obviously, the placement and design of windows will decide how much natural light enters the various rooms of the home, and what the lighting will…
Natural light can make an astonishing difference to the comfort and livability of any interior space. Skylights have been common for a long time, but they’ve recently enjoyed a surge of popularity thanks to new designs, better materials, and more cost-efficient methods of installations. Levels of satisfaction amongst homeowners who invest in skylights are consistently…
Spending thousands on new windows may not be high on your list, but it’s one of those aspects of home ownership that does need to be taken seriously. The aesthetic and functional performance of windows makes a big difference to the lifestyle you lead at home, as well as to the market value and buyer…
Being a homeowner is all about making good decisions. That goes for the big things, like what type of siding to install, or what type of HVAC system to purchase. It also goes down to the smallest details, like remembering to sealcoat an asphalt driveway. Windows are somewhere in the middle of the spectrum. They…
As a homeowner, when was the last time you wished you had more decisions to make? When was the last time you craved a longer list of things to do? Chances are, your “to do” list has been steadily growing since the day you closed on the house. That’s just the nature of owning a…
When you think of the most exciting home renovation you could undertake, what comes to mind? Everybody will have a different answer, but there are a lot of common ones. Kitchens and bathrooms are often at the top of the list, since these rooms are among the most commonly used in the home. Converting to…