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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 […]

French Doors VS Sliding Glass Doors

Comparison of French doors and sliding glass doors showing pros, cons, energy performance, security, and space considerations

Understand the Basics What Is a Sliding Glass Door? A traditional sliding glass door consists of two large glass panels: one fixed, the other mounted on rollers to slide open and closed. The design is modern, space-saving, and efficient. Sliding doors are most often found in contemporary-style homes. With their expansive glass area, they invite […]

2016 Cost VS Value Report’s Top Home Improvement Projects

A model house sits on architectural blueprints, surrounded by construction tools, a yellow hard hat, and a small tree, highlighting home improvement projects and thoughtful construction planning inspired by insights from the 2016 Cost vs Value report.

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

A bright living room with large vinyl windows overlooking water, a stone fireplace with a fire burning, two armchairs, a sofa, a coffee table with books, and a telescope facing the view—perfect for window shopping inspiration or your buying guide.

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

Large floor-to-ceiling wood windows with sturdy wooden frames let in bright sunlight, showing a blue sky with clouds. Two potted plants and a framed picture decorate the room, which has light walls and a wooden floor.

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

A window with frosted glass and condensation, possibly caused by seal failures in windows, shows a blurry view of trees and a winter landscape outside at sunset or dawn.

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 […]

10 Tips to Minimize Your Home’s Energy Loss

A person uses a caulking gun to seal the edge of a white window frame, applying caulk along the joint to minimize energy loss and prevent drafts—one of several essential energy saving tips for any home.

  No matter the season here in New England, it’s important to minimize your home’s energy loss as much as possible.  Every homeowner knows that our region goes from sizzling summers to being slammed with months of relentless snow and cold temperatures. Now is the time to seal up all the gaps that can cause […]

Maintain Your Home’s Vintage Style With Energy Efficient Replacement Windows

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Do Replacement Windows Mean Saying Farewell to Your Home’s Vintage Charm? Often times, today, it’s tough to combine energy efficiency with style – especially when it comes to replacement windows. The most popular window styles found on today’s homes are:       But did you notice that most of these window styles don’t really have that […]

Best Home Improvements to Maximize ROI

A large, two-story house with gray siding and red brick exterior features a wraparound porch—one of the best home improvements—white railing, manicured lawn, flowers, and small trees on a suburban street corner.

Why You Should Care About ROI—Even If You’re Not Selling Your Home You may be wondering, why should I care about return on investment (ROI) if I’m not planning to sell my home? The answer is simple. Your Home Is Your Biggest Investment Even if you’re not planning to sell your home anytime soon, you […]

Use Your Tax Refund to Improve Your Home

A wooden front door with glass panels on both sides and above, with a hanging lantern overhead. A doormat that reads Bill Clark Homes sits in front—perfect inspiration if you’re ready to use your tax refund for your next home improvement project.

By, Tom Ingram, Coastal Windows & Exteriors Anyone who values their hard work wants to make sure they spend their money wisely. Most people in the US have less than $8000 in their savings accounts. With little extra income, tax refunds mean a lot to those delaying expenses until after tax season. Therefore, refunds help […]