The decision between replacing your old windows or installing storm windows is the subject of a long and bitter ongoing debate among designers, architects, contractors, and home-lovers. There are many factors to compare, and each situation is very unique. Trying to assess the different factors gives many people a headache and often leads to rushed choices and misguided decisions.

Summer is here! That means the number of outside activities is going to increase at a fever pitch. That also means your home will be exposed to family and friends, whereas in the winter it was tucked away. Now your home is about to become a meeting place for going to the beach, planning picnics or hosting that company barbecue. You want it to be as inviting as possible.

A beautiful entry door can genuinely add to the elegance of your home. Like most parts of your home, your entry door will need some special cleaning attention. Today’s fiberglass or steel entry doors meet the highest standards for beauty, durability, security and energy efficiency and are easy to clean and maintain.

Whether you want to improve your home’s energy efficiency or just enhance its beauty, new replacement windows are a good place to begin. This is one home improvement expense that you can recoup if you ever sell your home.

These are uncertain days and it is even more necessary to exercise home energy efficiency. Not only do you save money, it also adds to your comfort as well. Nobody likes a drafty house, or enjoys being in a home with moldy insulation, uncovered or frozen pipes, or exposed wiring protruding though the walls.

While many people reach for paper towels and window cleaner when their view to the outside world becomes obstructed by dirt and grime, the process of squirting solution onto the pane and wiping it away usually results in simply moving the dirt particles from one part of the window to another. In order to get your windows really clean, you need to lift the dirt away, not just relocate it. 

From stately Georgian homes to log cabin residences in the woods, Baltimore, Maryland offers an array of architectural options when it comes to homes. Since these architectural designs vary, knowing which type of replacement window best matches the style of your home can be difficult.

If there’s one thing you’ve likely learned while living in Albany during the crazy winter of 2014, it is this: Your windows are helping to protect your home from the bitter elements outside, or they really need to be replaced before next year’s storms.

We’ve all had to deal with a broken window at some point in our lives. If you are good with DIY home repairs, then replacing broken window glass won’t be a problem. But be careful, it can be dangerous to work with broken glass, so be sure to wear goggles and work gloves to protect your eyes and hands. Make sure to wear long sleeves, pants and shoes in order to keep your skin safe from nicks and cuts.

Vertical blinds offer home owners privacy from the outside, while allowing for easy light control options. Verticals are perfect for use on an enclosed patio, as they block UV rays and can cover the length of the windows.