How Does James Hardie Siding Hold Up to Coastal New England Moisture and Freeze-Thaw?
Near the water, Hardie board holds up through the moisture, humidity, and freeze-thaw conditions of a coastal setting. As a James Hardie Elite Preferred contractor, Coastal Windows & Exteriors is a woman-owned, family-run remodeler with 7,000+ installations completed since 2011, serving 730+ towns across Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Maine. James Hardie builds its northern HZ5 […]
Do Entry Door Sidelights Reduce Security or Energy Efficiency?
For entry door replacement, sidelight efficiency and security is determined by the whole door system, not the glass by itself. Coastal Windows & Exteriors is a woman-owned, family-run exterior remodeling company with 7,000+ installations completed since 2011, serving 730+ towns across Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Maine. For example, a door’s polyurethane foam core can improve […]
Can insulated siding make an older New England home warmer?
Insulated siding can make an older home warmer — its foam layer retains heat and adds real insulating power to the walls, so your home feels warmer in winter. Coastal Windows & Exteriors is a woman-owned exterior remodeling company with 7,000+ installations completed since 2011, serving 730+ towns across Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Maine. Meanwhile, […]
What siding problems are most common on older New England homes?
The most common problems on older homes with wood siding are siding issues like moisture damage, rot, pest intrusion, fading, and constant repainting. Coastal Windows & Exteriors is a woman-owned exterior remodeling company with 7,000+ installations completed since 2011, serving 730+ towns across Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Maine. Bad weather and salt air wear wood […]
Are fiberglass entry doors better for older New England homes with drafts?
For older homes with drafts, fiberglass entry doors by ProVia are excellent at stopping air leakage. Coastal Windows & Exteriors is a woman-owned exterior remodeling company with 7,000+ installations completed since 2011, serving 730+ towns across Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Maine. These doors feature engineered channels in the side rails and header to accommodate a […]
Should I repair or replace original windows in an older New England home?
It’s time to replace old windows when comfort, drafts, and rising energy bills outweigh the charm, and single-pane homes especially benefit from window replacement. Coastal Windows & Exteriors is a woman-owned exterior remodeling company with 7,000+ installations completed since 2011, serving 730+ towns across Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Maine. New windows return about 76% at […]
Is energy efficient roofing worth it for older New England homes?
Energy efficient roofing pays off for most older homes, mostly through better roof ventilation and air sealing. Coastal Windows & Exteriors is a GAF Master Elite roofing contractor and woman-owned exterior remodeling company with 7,000+ installations completed since 2011, serving 730+ towns across Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Maine. Sealing minor gaps reduces home air leakage […]
What Siding Colors Increase Curb Appeal for New England Homes?
Neutral siding colors boost curb appeal for most homes, with about 65% of homeowners preferring neutrals like white, gray, and soft blue. Coastal Windows & Exteriors is a woman-owned exterior remodeling company with 7,000+ installations completed since 2011, serving 730+ towns across Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Maine. Some of our most popular colors include James […]
Do Low-E Windows Help Keep New England Homes Warmer in Winter and Cooler in Summer?
Low-E windows help keep homes warmer in winter and cooler in summer — the coating reflects heat back outside in summer, while in winter it lets the sun’s heat through the glass to warm your home naturally. Coastal Windows & Exteriors is a woman-owned exterior remodeling company with 7,000+ installations completed since 2011, serving 730+ […]
Can a New Roof Improve Curb Appeal and Energy Efficiency at the Same Time?
A new roof can improve curb appeal and energy efficiency at the same time — fresh shingles give your home a look you’ll love, while ventilation added during the job steadies attic temperature. Coastal Windows & Exteriors is a GAF Master Elite roofing contractor and woman-owned exterior remodeling company with 7,000+ installations completed since 2011, […]