When it comes to pricing and installing replacement windows, the condition of your house, health of your used windows, and your budget ultimately determine what kind of installation is required and what kind of new windows you should get. You as a homeowner are tasked with just one job, picking the right window company. Pretty …
If you are like most homeowners considering a window replacement in Winnipeg, there is a good chance your existing windows are either double pane or worst case scenario, single pane. Yet, when they were new they were warm and comfortable. So what’s the deal with triple pane windows then? Does an extra pane really make …
There is one question that the majority of homeowners shopping for new windows ask us, even before considering scheduling a window quote: “Are there currently any promotions or discounts on windows?” The thing about window prices is that they are often not set in stone. Because custom windows get manufactured to order and involve a …
One of the more tricky areas of window installation is figuring out what to do with the security system, how to make sure it doesn’t get damaged, and who is responsible for making sure the system works once your new windows are installed. Most homeowners overlook these questions during the planning stages of their window …
If you have already started thinking about a window replacement project, you’ll probably realize that the same window style won’t work across the whole house. Different windows are best suited for different rooms depending on what the room is used for, where it is located in the house, and even which side relative to the Sun the window will be on. Don’t worry we’ll explain.
For centuries, man has recognized the need for windows. Whether they were a simple opening used to promote ventilation, a roughly covered area to get the jump on unwanted company, or a glazed pane used to enhance the aesthetics of the building, windows have been a useful component to the home. As we’ve seen throughout …
You’ve heard it said, “They don’t make things like they used to.” Well, that’s true for windows too, and that’s a good thing. New, energy-efficient windows help budget-conscious homeowners keep heating and cooling costs down while improving the overall comfort, aesthetics and curb appeal of their home. New replacement windows come in a variety of …
Whether you call them window coverings, window treatments or window decor, enhancing the focal point in your room doesn’t have to be limited to the traditional styles of the past. There are a variety of unique window decoration ideas you’ll want to know to improve a room’s aesthetics, increase privacy or energy efficiency, or bring …
One of the main reasons vinyl is such an attractive material to window manufacturers and homeowners is that compared to wood, it requires a lot less maintenance over time. When manufactured from quality PVC, your windows are supposed to maintain their look and colour for over 25 years. Unlike wood, vinyl windows require just a wipe …
While you may be familiar with the obvious signs that your windows need replacing such as broken panes or rotting sash, what if the problems are more subtle? How will you know when it’s time to consider a change? Here are a few clues professional contractors look for that indicate your current windows may be …