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Window Replacements

By: Scott Barr
July 3rd, 2013

How do you know if it’s the right time to replace your home’s windows? Because it’s a remodeling project that requires more of an investment, you want to make the best decision for your home. Here are some factors that will help you decide if it’s worth it to spend the time and money replacing your windows:

Window Replacements | Window Treatments

By: Jenica Lee
June 10th, 2013

Whenever we meet with homeowners who are considering replacement windows for their home, a big part of the decision involves the styles of window they want.

Window Replacements

By: Jenica Lee
June 4th, 2013

When considering energy efficient window replacement for their home, a lot of folks have questions about which styles of windows they should choose. To help everyone be well informed in the decision making process, we’re doing an article series on a comparison of different window styles. In our last article of comparing different window styles, we talked about double hung windows and gliding windows. Today’s article will focus on the benefits and disadvantages the two styles that crank open and closed on hinges: Awning Windows vs Casement Windows.

Window Replacements

By: Jenica Lee
May 23rd, 2013

I have been asked this question numerous times: “Why can’t I just buy new construction windows, which cost less than custom-sized windows, to replace my old, existing windows?” There is a definite difference between new construction (standard-size) and replacement (custom-size) windows. Even if you find what appears to be the exact same size window, a new construction window isn’t built to simply “plug in” to the opening where an existing window has been removed.

Window Replacements

By: Scott Barr
May 22nd, 2013

As the weather has warmed up, door-to-door window salespeople have hit the streets.

Siding

By: Jenica Lee
May 21st, 2013

Memorial Day is almost here, and a beautiful season of barbequing has already begun in the San Antonio area. My neighbors and I all love to grill, but have you ever noticed how many people have their BBQ grills right next to the house? It provides convenience, but it can also be a pretty serious fire risk.