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Why are Soffit Vents Important?

Soffit vent installation in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Maine by Coastal Windows & Exteriors to improve attic airflow, roof health, and energy efficiency

Table of Contents Soffit venting isn’t exactly a glamorous exterior remodeling upgrade. However, it’s necessary for maintaining your home’s structural integrity and energy efficiency. When homeowners invest in residential roof replacement, understanding the idea behind is to becomes important for long-term home protection.  Why are Soffit Vents Important? Q: We recently purchased an older home […]

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 lined with large snowbanks, bare trees, and a brown house under a blue sky with scattered clouds highlights the importance of Winter Home Maintenance. The cleared road curves gently downhill.

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 After all, you might be losing roughly 25% of your home’s energy through old and outdated windows!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 & […]

Why does it always feel so cold in my house?

A person in a winter coat with a fur-lined hood adjusts a thermostat while shivering and holding their hand to their mouth, clearly thinking, Why do I always feel so cold in my house?.

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 […]

Ultimate New England Ice Dam Guide: How to Prevent and Remove from Your Roof

Icicles hang from the edge of a snow-covered roof of a wooden house with green shuttered windows, hinting at possible winter roof damage on this cold day.

New England Ice Dam Guide -Signs and Solutions Ice dams are a homeowner’s worst winter nightmare, turning the charm of snowy rooftops into costly chaos. These icy barriers form at the roof’s edge, trapping water and leading to problems like leaks, structural damage, and even mold. Table of Contents Ice Dam Prevention: Protecting Your Roof […]

What to Know About La Niña Winter in New England

A two-story house with light gray siding, white trim, multiple windows, and a stone foundation. The roof is dark gray, and theres a wooden gate and fence on the left side of the building.

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

A printed notice from National Grid highlights in orange that the winter energy bill gas supply charge has increased from $0.4758 to $0.7282 per therm, effective November 1, 2021 to April 30, 2022.

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 on an upward trend for years, with recent increases leaving […]