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Surviving the Polar Vortex: 5 Ways to Protect Your Home from Frigid Temperatures

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New England is known for its rough winter weather and freezing temperatures. Weather forecasters are predicting dangerously low temperatures in our area this winter season with a possible polar vortex looming. A polar vortex is a large area of low pressure and cold air surrounding the Earth’s poles. It rotates in a counter-clockwise flow of air […]

The Best Ways for Winterizing Your Home in New England

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It’s officially the holiday season here in New England, and soon snowfall will be on its way. To maximize energy savings, it’s smart to stay a step ahead of the snowfall and begin winterizing your home sooner rather than later. Let’s not forget that we are also entering the Season of Shivers and a very […]

Prepare Your Home’s Exterior for a Cold and Brutal Winter

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  A house sits quietly under a blanket of fresh snow The frigid New England winter is fast approaching, so it’s important to prepare your home now before temperatures drop further. Fortunately, several simple winter home maintenance tasks can help you avoid major headaches later on. Before the snow arrives, take time to inspect key […]

The Ultimate Fall Maintenance Checklist for New England Homeowners

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Q: As the temperatures start to drop, I’m reminded that there are things I should be doing to get my home ready for fall and the colder temperatures. Do you have any tips? A: Yes! Even though we’re still soaking up the last rays of summer, September has arrived, and fall is fast approaching. Now […]

10 Signs it’s Time to Replace your Roof

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12 Warning Signs You May Need a Roof Replacement It is important to know the warning signs of a failing roof. Read some of the tell-tale signs that your roof needs to be replaced. Table of Contents Protect Your Home by Catching These Common Roofing Issues Early Is your roof trying to tell you something? […]

4 Energy-Zapping Culprits That Are Costing You Tons of Money

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Did you know that the average cost of an August electric bill in Boston is $103.63?  Unfortunately, there are numerous energy-zapping culprits in your home that are nothing but a money pit—but the good news is that exterior upgrades and home improvements can help with saving energy and keeping energy dollars in your bank account. […]

How to read your electric bill, why it matters and what you can do to save money!

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Learn from our trusted partner Ace Solar on how to read your electric bill and really understand how much electricity you are using.   I’ve yet to come across a non solar customer who receives their electric bill and is filled with joy.  This comes as no surprise, given that electricity rates have risen dramatically over […]

“Going Solar” and What you Should Expect

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Coastal Windows & Exteriors is thrilled to partner with ACE Solar.  ACE Solar is a local, full service solar panel company based out of Andover, MA and boasts years of industry experience. Make getting solar for your house simple. ACE is here to help! Thinking about going solar? Need a new roof to move forward with […]

The Whole Home Approach

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Q: We had new roofing and windows installed last winter, but would like to ensure that our home is as energy efficient as possible. What advice do you have? A: Maximize Comfort, Minimize Bills with a Whole-Home Energy Strategy So, you’ve installed brand-new windows and roofing—congratulations! Naturally, you’re excited to start seeing those lower energy […]

Savvy Summer Home Renovations to Increase Your Home’s Value

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Warm weather inspires homeowners to remodel their homes during the summer months. When homeowners ask us where to begin with their summer home remodeling, I often think of the following questions to help me best decide what summer home renovations I want to tackle: What will I enjoy designing and working on? How can I […]