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5 Ways to Improve Your New England Home’s Winter Air Quality

A two-story dark gray house with white window frames, a small circular window above, and a dry plant bed in front. The yard is partially fenced and bordered by winter-bare trees, with a cloudy sky above.

Did you know that indoor air pollutants can be up to 5 times higher than typical outdoor concentrations? When winter settles in New England, we all close up our windows for months at a time. Table of Contents With sealed-up homes trapping pollutants, allergens, and excess moisture, poor indoor air quality can quickly become a […]

The 5 (Right) Ways to Insulate Your Windows This Winter

A residential street is lined with large piles of snow. A two-story house on the left, part of a winter home maintenance checklist, stands beside leafless trees stretching into a partly cloudy sky. The road is wet but clear of snow, capturing a quiet winter scene.

What if you could prevent sky-high heating bills this winter just by upgrading your window insulation installation? The right window replacement can keep your home cozy while avoiding costly energy waste. After all, you might be losing roughly 25% of your home’s energy through old and outdated windows! Table of Contents At Coastal Windows & […]

Storm Season Safety in New England: Protecting Your Home with Winter-Proof Products

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Storm Season Safety in New England: Protecting Your Home with Winter-Proof Products A winter storm advisory means it’s time to stay cozy indoors with a cup of hot cocoa. But if your home’s exterior isn’t on point for winter protection, you’ll spend more time tending to leaks and ice dams than sipping on a hot […]

Why does it always feel so cold in my house?

A person wearing a fur-lined hooded coat stands indoors, shivering from the cold and blowing on their hand for warmth. They are adjusting the house thermostat on the wall, looking concerned as they point at the temperature display.

Question: Why is my house so cold even when my heating system is working in overdrive?  Coastal Windows & Exteriors Answer: First, let’s talk about the various areas of your home that are responsible for heat loss. This diagram from Energy Star represents some of the most common air leakage points in the home—in other […]

What to Know About La Niña Winter in New England

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Table of Contents As La Niña 2024 shapes this winter’s forecast, it’s clear that protecting your home from unpredictable weather is essential. Upgrading your exterior not only enhances energy efficiency but also safeguards your home from the elements year-round. From preventing ice dams to reducing energy bills, the right siding, windows, and roofing systems provide […]

National Grid Massachusetts Customers Feeling Ripped Off by Higher Bills

Image showing a notice from National Grid about changes in gas supply charges reveals how the winter energy bill is affected. The highlighted section states that from November 1, 2021, to April 30, 2022, the charge increased to $0.728 per therm from $0.4758.

National Grid Massachusetts Customers Feeling Ripped Off by Higher Bills If you feel like your energy bills are getting harder to manage, you’re not alone. Homeowners across New England are still wrestling with rising energy prices. If you are a National Grid Massachusetts customer, you already know that natural gas and electricity costs have been […]

Protect Your Home This Winter with a Sound Roof: Coastal Windows & Exteriors Highlights the Importance of Roofing Readiness

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Coastal Windows & Exteriors Highlights the Importance of Roofing Readiness to Protect from Ice Dams and High Energy Bills BEVERLY, MA—Winter in New England is relentless—frigid temperatures, heavy snowfalls, and freezing rain push homes to their limits. At the forefront of these challenges is your roof, a critical barrier between your family and the harsh […]

Fire Resistant Siding: Is Vinyl Siding Fire Resistant?

A two-story white house with fire-resistant vinyl siding features multiple windows and a small porch. Its surrounded by shrubs and a stone retaining wall. A parked white SUV is visible in the driveway. The sky is clear and blue, completing the serene scene.

Did you know that over 350,000 homes catch on fire each year? While most fires start in the kitchen, a small number also start in the bedroom and fireplace. A house fire is one of the most devastating and dangerous things that can happen to your home, but can heat resistant siding–specifically vinyl–help stop the […]