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Category: Windows

Discover in‑depth articles from the “Windows Blog” category of Coastal Windows & Exteriors, where you’ll find expert commentary, educational content, homeowner stories, and practical advice on window replacement, energy efficiency, and exterior upgrades.

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 […]

Celebrate National Daylight Appreciation Day

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Celebrate National Daylight Appreciation Day with Coastal Windows & Exteriors Everyone deserves a little extra sunlight, right? Today is National Daylight Appreciation Day—the longest day of the year and a perfect time to celebrate the power of natural light. Here at Coastal Windows & Exteriors, we’re proud to recognize this day by raising awareness about […]

What Is Air Sealing? Endless Energy Answers!

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We all know that feeling in the middle of winter when you’re sitting curled up in your home and, all of a sudden, a small stream of cold air makes contact with your bare skin. Brrrrr. A similar phenomenon occurs in the summer when you have the AC blasting, but somehow you know it’s escaping […]

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 […]

50 Home Renovation Tips from the Big 50’s Coastal Windows & Exteriors

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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 […]

Dealing with Drafty Windows? How Air Infiltration Leads to High Energy Bills

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Dealing with Drafty Windows? How Air Infiltration Can Skyrocket Your Energy Bills—and What You Can Do About It If you’ve noticed cold drafts near your windows or your energy bills climbing without a clear cause, you’re not alone. For many homeowners, air infiltration is a hidden but serious problem. In fact, drafty windows are responsible […]

2016 Cost VS Value Report’s Top Home Improvement Projects

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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 […]

Vinyl Window Shopping Tips

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Q: What do I need to know when shopping for Vinyl Windows? A: Typically when looking at any remodeling project a homeowner does research in two areas: (1) working with a contractor and (2) product assessment. In working with a contractor a homeowner looks at quality, expertise, value, warranty and service. When researching a product […]

Wood Windows VS Vinyl Windows

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Q: I’ve been struggling with a decision about my old wood windows. Some won’t close properly, and I suspect there’s lead paint under the layers. Are vinyl windows really more efficient than wood? A: That’s a fantastic question—and one we hear often, especially here in New England where older homes are the norm. Not only […]

The Causes of Seal Failures in Windows

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A: The two most common window issues we see are (1) drafty windows and (2) foggy windows or also known as seal failures. Today we are going to talk about foggy windows. Let me paint a scenario for you. You wake up in the morning and notice one of your double-pane windows looks a little […]