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Placement Of An Outdoor Kitchen
An outdoor kitchen should be positioned close to the home. The closer your outdoor cooking area is to your home's backyard entrance, the more convenient it will be for bringing food to and from the house.
Are Glass Railing Safe?
Glass railings are very safe. Children are unable to climb on glass railings because there is no space for them to put a foot. Glass does not rot or decay; it maintains its reliability and remains securely in place. Glass stair railing support structures are typically...
Is It Bad To Leave My Awning Up In The Winter?
Seasonal canopy definitely should be removed for the winter. Temporary shade structures are just that, they are temporary. They aren't designed or built to bear bad weather. Putting them away in a timely fashion ensures they'll look attractive and function properly...
How Often Should I Replace My Windows.
Homeowners who replace their windows will regain about 81 percent of the total cost of the project back when they sell the home. Quality windows should last between 15 and 20 years before you start to think about replacing them. Vinyl windows often provide a 20-25...
Are There Advantages of Having New Windows?
Windows can look simple, but they actually have a big impression on the way that a house feels. Energy tends to enter and leave through the windows, so they have a big impact on the home's temperature. They also provide natural lighting and usually makes the home more...
Signs That You Need New Windows
Drafts and other comfort problems: Old single-pane windows are the most likely to produce uncomfortable drafts, but even newer windows can develop air leaks and broken seals that result in home comfort problems. High energy bills: Drafts aren’t the only result of...
What Will Happen If I Don’t Replace Home Siding?
If you fail to replace the siding on your house, you run the risk of your home's exterior appearing unkept. Over time, you also run the risk of your property becoming an eyesore in your neighborhood. On the flip side, replacing siding can give a house an updated...
Is Fall To Late For Window Replacement?
You know you’re in need of a window replacement soon, but when is the best time? Window replacement can be done at any time, even in the winter, but different seasons have their advantages. Here’s some guidance about what makes fall a great time for a window...
Should I Take My Awnings Down In The Fall?
The quick answer, no. Shielding your awning in the winter doesn't really mean removing it all together. It is important to retract your awning when not in use during the winter. An unforeseen snowfall can leave your fabric awning screaming from the weight if it is not...
When Is A Good Time To Replace House Siding
Regardless of the type of siding protecting your house, it will need regular maintenance and eventually need to be replaced. Breaking and cracking siding as it ages is a problem you will want to address before it affects other parts of your house. By frequently...
Benefits With A New Front Door
Replacement door for the front of any home is an important feature for may reasons, it is a key factor influencing a home’s security and its insulation. And the front door can have a big impact on a your homes curb appeal. Security Most people enter their home through...
Reasons To Add A New Deck To Your Home
A Deck Increases Your Living Space. Two words: form and function. Many homeowners use decks as places to plant herb or container gardens, to enhance the dinner table while adding natural beauty to the outdoor décor. Installing a deck is easier than ever with today's...
Will An Awning Keep My House Cool In The Summer?
Several different types of awnings are commonly available, including portable, fixed, and retractable designs. One important benefit of the latter is that they can fold up in winter, allowing the sun’s rays to penetrate through windows and glass doors, reducing energy...
Reasons To Have Skylights
Increase Energy Efficiency Skylights are a great source of natural light and can reduce the need for artificial lighting. While they won’t completely eliminate secondary lighting, flipping the switch just an hour later can improve energy efficiency and help save you...
When To Replace Siding
Regardless of the type of siding protecting your house, it will need regular care and eventually need to be replaced. Breaking and cracking siding as it ages is a problem you will want to address before it disturbs other parts of your house. There are a assortment of...
Maybe Time To Get New Windows?
A home’s windows are particularly communicative. They don’t last forever, high-quality, well-maintained windows could last for 20 years or more. If your windows are more than a few decades old, pay attention to what they’re telling you, so you’ll know when they need...
Cleaning Your Awnings
When your awnings start changing to a darker color, they're definitely past due for a thorough cleaning. The right detergents and the right pressure when cleaning is really important. Too much pressure from your power washer can cause tears to vinyl and other fabrics....
Whats The Best Kind Of Awning
Retractable awnings are the most popular type of awnings. They provide a great, space-saving solution, as they can be rolled or folded up when not in use. With retractable awnings, there is no fear of damage from wind or storms, as they can be stored away when the...
What You Want In An Awning
Awnings are a great addition to your home. Although they tend to be used mostly during the spring and summer, you can get great use out of them all times of the year. Retractable awnings have become increasingly common in current years as they can be used when you...
Picking The Right Awning
Awnings are attractive and functional and add style and color to your deck and patio while providing shade and making outdoor entertaining more pleasant. There are many awning styles available, so here are some tips on choosing the right awning for your home: Location...
Choosing the Right Replacement Windows
Pick a Window Style Windows are an exterior product that is great for saving energy. However, they also provide a significant impact on the outward appearance. A top concern from homeowners is the appearance of the window and how it will blend with their exterior. The...
Buying A Retractable Awning.
Acquiring a retractable deck awning is a big deal. While smaller, less-expensive awnings start at around $500, larger, higher-quality awnings can cost as much as $2,000 or more. Before you make the decision to buy a retractable awning, you should learn as much as...
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How Long Will A Window Replacement Take?
How long does it take to install a window? It takes anywhere from 2 hours to half a day to fit a window. The time it takes to install the window will be altered depending on the size and type of window. Installation Time Frames A small of windows can take up to an...
How Long Do Doors Last?
Is It Hard trying to open and close the front door? If your door is hard to open and close, it may be time to replace it. When you feel your door sticking in the winter and easy to open and close in the summer, that’s a sure sign of energy rushing out your door. If...
Is the pitch of an awning important?
The pitch regulates how much water may pool on the awning when the awning is fully extended. The less pitch an awning has, the more effect rain will have on the awning. All awnings will eventually fail if too much water or weight is allowed to collect on them. When...
Will Awnings Bring Up My Home Value?
Adding beautiful and well-designed awnings will have a wonderful effect. But besides improving the appearance, a large awning can truly add to your home's usable outdoor space, and that can add value. They also cost a lot less than building a porch or deck, and in...
How Long Do Awnings Last
The frame part of a retractable awning can last over twenty years, as long as it is taken care of, while the fabric being more sensitive to inclement weather conditions should be replaced about every ten years.
Signs You Need New Windows
Are the windows single-pane? Most windows today are double pane, which helps prevent heat transfer between indoors and outdoors. Any cracks or rotting in your window frames? Some small cracks or amount of rotting in the frame can be fixed before it spreads. If more...
Preparing Your Awnings For Winter
Before you start organizing for winter, you should take your time to check it for damages. ... Clear all Debris Wash Your Awning Take Down Awning Fabric and Store them before winter Sweep the Awning after Snow if They Are Not Removable
How Long Will My Windows Last?
Your everyday home windows will normally last 15 to 20yrs. The average lifespan of windows is 15 to 20 years. Well-maintained products may last beyond the 20-year mark, but once your windows start coming to the decades old, it's time to think about replacing them.
IT’s FALL! DON’T FORGET YOUR LAWN!!!!
Nope, your work isn't over. The early Fall season is extremely important to create a beautiful, healthy lawn in the Spring. Here are some simple but important steps to take now: * Is your lawn "acid" or "sweet"? Take a pH test and add lime to acid soil or sulfur to an...
REMINDER!!! ONLY 60 DAYS LEFT FOR THE 30% SOLAR TAX CREDIT!
There are only 60 days left to take advantage of the maximum 30% Federal Solar TAX CREDIT for solar Skylight, Sun Tunnels and Shades purchased and installed in 2019. After this year, the tax credit starts dropping to 26% and continues to drop in subsequent years. This...
A SPECIAL WINDOW OFFER FOR HOMEOWNERS
A SPECIAL WINDOW OFFER FOR HOMEOWNERS As mentioned above, the Fall season is a great time to replace your drafty windows and keep your home and family "toasty" warm for the chilling effects of Winter. Here is a special promotion that is extremely affordable and can...
TRICK or TREAT TIME – HALLOWEEN
Although the name "Halloween" was first used in the mid 18th century, it's roots go back much earlier than that. Going back about 2000 years or so "Samhain" was a Gaelic celebration marking the beginning of winter. Besides harvesting crops and deciding which animals...
October News, Views & Ramblings from Ted
Another season has started as we begin the countdown to the holidays and another new year. October marks the highlight of Fall colors, although that the lack of rain will certainly affect the stunning hues we normally get. The kids are prepping for Halloween with the...
How Do I Know If I Need New Windows
If air and water should not be able to pass through your windows. If you feel a draft when you walk by the windows, something went wrong. Drafts suggest a lack of insulation, which may mean higher energy bills. Signs of water damage include pooling water, bubbling...
Can window awnings be left up during the winter months.
Most people do take their awnings down for the winter. Storing the awnings for the winter alleviates the possibility of damage from heavy snow and ice situations. During the winter you generally will welcome those few rays of sunshine and enjoy the suns heat that the...
Which should I choose stationary awning or retractable awning?
Retractable awnings should not be left out unattended in case of a heavy rain storm or high winds. They can be damaged. With a stationary awning you put the cover on in the spring and remove it in the fall, you do not have to worry. The frame and cover are designed to...
LOOKING FOR A “WOW” FACTOR FOR YOUR HOME OR FAVORITE ROOM?
The easiest way is by adding a “Fifth Wall”! They say the quietest people have the loudest minds. The same can be said for the most unnoticed yet dramatic wall in every room…the ceiling! It’s much more than just a roof over your head and more than a...
September 2019 News
I trust that all of you had a nice Labor Day weekend in spite of the rain on Monday which closed out the unofficial end of Summer but we still have a bunch of weeks left of sun and beach time on the horizon before the cooler weather sets in. And speaking of COOLER Weather, NOW is the time to start thinking about the drafts that you may be experiencing from your older, and energy inefficient windows and doors in your home.
Steps To Prepare Your Awning For Winter
Check Retractable Awning for Damage Check your awning for signs of damage, such as worn areas or tears. Check the stitching to make sure it has not starting to unravel. If your retractable awning has a valance, make sure it hasn’t started to wear out from exposure to...
Getting Ready For Cold Weather
With the sunny days of summer behind you and cooler weather is right around the corner . And your probably wondering if yours awning is an all season awning or if it needs to be stored away for the winter. Protecting your awning in the winter doesn’t always mean...
Keeping Cool This Summer
When you want to enjoy your time outside on your backyard patio during the summer months, an awning can provide maximum protection from the heat of the sun. Adding an awning to your exterior space is a very low-cost way to extend your outdoor living space. A...
Can Awnings Keep My House Cool?
Window awnings can reduce solar heat by up to 65 percent on south-facing windows and 77 percent on west-facing windows. For best results choose awnings in light colors that reflect more sunlight. In the winter, you can roll up retractable awnings to let the sun warm...
Earn Gift Cards for your Referrals
As a valued member of our Window People family I wanted to remind you about our Customer Referral Program where you can earn popular Gift Cards for referring friends and family to us who would be interested in buying windows, doors, siding, skylights,...
ProVia Vinyl Windows Ranked #1 in Quality
Some EXCITING NEWS from The Window People! Our Flagship Vinyl Window Brand ProVia has just been named the NUMBER ONE RATED VINYL WINDOW in a Survey of Contractors and Re-modelers by Industry Leader Remodeling Magazine! The correct vinyl window...
Cool Off for Summer with a Retractable Awning
Are you ready to relax in "cool comfort" on your porch, patio, deck or poolside? Or, are you concerned about torrid heat, sun exposure or constantly moving around and adjusting that old umbrella as the sun shifts?The Window People have the...
Utilizing an awning on your house can help reduce your energy consumption
Did you know that utilizing an awning on your house can help your family reduce their energy consumption and cut costs this summer? Air conditioning usage can lead to large amounts of energy wasted and even larger amounts of money wasted. But what is there to do in...
New replacement windows can reduce your energy use
Did you know that new replacement windows can help your family reduce their energy consumption and cut costs all year? Heating and cooling are two large costs that homeowners incur in attempt to make their home a comfortable environment for their family. During the...