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July 29th, 2010
Understanding Condensation
Moisture is present in all homes, but when it becomes excessive, homeowners need to take an active role in protecting their investment.
Humidity and Condensation
Humidity is a measure of the amount of water vapor in the air.
Condensation is water that forms when warm, moist air hits a cooler surface. In homes, it might occur on surfaces such as windows, bathroom walls and cold-water pipes.
When interior humidity levels are too high relative to cooler outdoor temperatures, condensation can form on the coldest surface in a room ...Read More
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July 26th, 2010
While you may not know it, your windows are the biggest problem in having an energy efficient home. The best solution to this is finding good, high quality replacement windows. This, of course, is not the only reason to go for good quality windows. You also don’t want to go to all the work of replacing the window just to have them fall apart in ...Read More
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July 20th, 2010
EPA Requirements
Common renovation activities like sanding, cutting, and demolition can create hazardous lead dust and chips by disturbing lead-based paint, which can be harmful to adults and children.
To protect against this risk, on April 22, 2008, EPA issued a rule requiring the use of lead-safe practices and other actions aimed at preventing lead poisoning. Under the rule, ...Read More
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June 23rd, 2010
There are 2 new interior colors and 7 new exterior colors for Preservation Premium windows. The new interior colors are Rich Maple and Soft Maple. The new exterior colors are Hudson Khaki, Forest Green, English Red, Castle Gray, Desert Clay, American Terra and Architectural Bronze. We are excited to roll the new colors out! Ask your salesman about these new options for our premium replacement windows. ...Read More
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June 17th, 2010
To wash your windows perfectly and make them streak-free, it’s really not about the glass cleaner. It’s about the tools you use. The best way is to clean the outside windows first. It’s usually a bigger job, and you might decide you want to do the inside windows the next day. Besides, there’s nothing worse than cleaning your inside windows and not knowing if they are actually clean because the other side is dirty!
Screens
If you have a lot of windows, it is easiest to remove all of your screens from the inside. Take a pencil and write in tiny letters on the frame ...Read More
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February 4th, 2010
While you may not know it, your windows are the biggest problem in having an energy efficient home. The best solution to this is finding good, high quality replacement windows. This, of course, is not the only reason to go for good quality windows. You also don’t want to go to all the work of replacing the window just to have them fall apart in five years. Back in the early 1900’s such high ...Read More
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February 3rd, 2010
This is the form the IRS requires you to file along with your 2009 income tax return in order to obtain your qualifying tax credit. Clarification on what your responsiblity is as a qualifying homeowner is outlined on page 5 of the 5695. If you have any questions please contact our office. ...Read More
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February 3rd, 2010
If you had Preservation windows installed in 2009, please print the tax credit certificate for your 2009 income tax return. If you have any questions please call our office. ...Read More
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January 20th, 2009
Siding and window replacement projects yield the greatest return on investment, according to Remodeling Magazine’s “Cost vs. Value 2008-2009″ report. The article cites ‘curb appeal’ (the attractiveness of the exterior of a residential or commercial property), as well as the fact that homeowners “are much more knowledgeable about energy efficiency and realize that the return on investment for windows especially is pretty ...Read More
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January 19th, 2009
HGTV.com offers this valuable list of tips for increasing your home’s value. Among their suggestions is cutting energy costs, which allows you to save money now (which you can use on other updates).
A great way to improve energy efficiency is by installing replacement windows. Not only are they a viable means of reducing your heating and cooling costs, they add to the aesthetic appeal of your home and require virtually no maintenance.
For more ...Read More
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