The Whole Home Approach
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
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 […]
Why We’re Thankful For Our Roofs
As part of National Roofing Week, all of us at Coastal Windows & Exteriors want to share what makes our roofs so important—and why we’re so thankful for them. After all, a roof isn’t just a structure; it’s the very thing that keeps us warm, dry, and secure. From roofing manufacturers to local installers throughout […]
What is a Roofing System?
Q: I’ve received roofing estimates ranging from $10,000 to $25,000. How do I know which one is the best option for my home? A: Great question—and you’re not alone. Many homeowners face this dilemma. Although it’s tempting to go with the lowest bid, not all roof replacements are created equal. In fact, it’s critical to […]
Coastal Windows & Exteriors Customer is “HAPPY” about his FREE ROOF
Coastal Windows & Exteriors installed a Free Roof for their No Roof Left Behind winners, Clyde and Karen Cross. Spreading Happiness with a Brand-New Roof Watch Clyde sing praises about how “Happy” he is to receive this generous gift from Coastal Windows & Exteriors. Clyde is part of MC2 (MC Squared), a 7-piece Top 40, […]
50 Home Renovation Tips from the Big 50’s Coastal Windows & Exteriors
We’re blushing! Coastal Windows & Exteriors has been selected by Remodeling Magazine to be awarded the Remodeling Big50 for 2016. Every year since 1986, Remodeling Magazine inducts 50 owners of remodeling companies that have set exceptionally high standards for professionalism and integrity through exemplary business practices, craftsmanship, and impact in their community or industry at […]
Tax Credits for Energy Efficient Home Improvements
Q: I installed a door last year and am thinking of installing energy-efficient windows in my home this year. What are the tax incentives and rebates for 2016? A: You may have recently read that the Residential Efficiency Tax Credit has been extended. Specifically, it now includes qualifying purchases made through December 31, 2016. Massachusetts […]
2016 Cost VS Value Report’s Top Home Improvement Projects
Q: Which home improvements have the highest Return On Investment (ROI)?  I am looking forward to my tax refund and starting some projects but not sure which ones should be top priority. Can you please let me know the top 5 projects that bring in the most ROI for my home? A: There are many […]
Can your Roof Withstand Hurricane-Force Winds?
How to Storm-Proof Your Roof Against Hurricane-Force Wind Gusts Last night’s storm brought hurricane-force wind gusts, heavy rainfall, downed trees, and power outages across Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Maine, and the rest of New England. In some areas, wind speeds topped 75 miles per hour. In the aftermath, many homeowners began assessing the damage—hoping their roofs […]
8 Reasons to Replace your Skylights When you Replace your Roof
Q:I am getting my roof installed this month and am not sure if I should replace my skylights at the same time. It seems like my skylights were not properly flashed when my roof was installed 15 years ago because there’s water leaking in around the skylights. What should I do? A: We get asked this […]