Author: mauricio
If you are in the market for new windows, you will encounter offerings from big box home improvement stores and local dealers. Should you work with a national retailer you know or develop a relationship with a local window expert? Today, we will suggest the top five reasons why doing business with a local business…
Although most of the construction industry was deemed essential through the pandemic, the industry was still disrupted by a broken supply chain, labor shortages, and incomplete orders during much of 2021. However, if the data is any indication, brighter days are ahead for both the construction industry and the consumer. Today, we discuss the biggest…
As energy prices soar across the world, many homeowners struggle to keep pace. Many homes built today have energy-saving features like efficient HVAC systems, automated lighting, and energy-smart appliances. Still, many homeowners find themselves searching for ways to deal with rising energy bills. In most situations, the primary culprit of high energy use is leaking…
When your project calls for new or replacement windows in a home, often the customer is focused on style or budget. If the old windows caused problems, they may be more concerned with quality. As the designer, builder, or remodeler in a position to advise the client, some deeper knowledge of window materials will help…
In the world of window replacement, there’s a lot of technical jargon that’s used, whether in how a product is named or how it’s installed. We’re here to break it down for you. However, having an understanding of the different types of windows and how they’re installed can help when trying to decide if now…
They say “variety is the spice of life” and in the world of windows, there’s a wide range of options available to you. And we’re not just talking about new construction either. There are many different types of windows on the market today that are well suited for remodeling and replacement projects too. Before we…
There’s a lot of discussion about the rise (and potential fall) of open floor plans. From kitchens to family rooms and beyond, this approach to architecture has both its rabid fans and vocal detractors. What’s at stake is the very future of home construction and design, given the sheer number of homes that feature these…
On the surface, a window may seem like a fairly basic element in your home. After all, it’s essentially a frame and some glass that’s nice to look at (or more so, look through :). However, there are a number of other aspects to a window that allows it to achieve its full potential. What…
Have you ever heard the phrase, “indoor-outdoor living?” Essentially, it’s a term used to describe situations where the outside world and indoor living space seem to blend together. Pretty cool concept, but you may be wondering just how to accomplish something like that and ultimately what are some of the benefits that come along with.…
When to replace your windows? But, soft! what light through yonder window breaks? While Shakespeare was referring to young love, there’s something to be said for the role a window plays in everyday life. Seriously though, windows are an integral part of our homes, so when they look terrible and don’t work properly, it can…