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Preventative Maintenance on Your Roof Throughout the Spring
Several homeowners think that spring is the season to do a thorough cleaning throughout the interior of their home. While it is important to keep your home clean and a great way to spot potential issues, some of the most important spring maintenance tasks are aimed at...
What is Condensation Resistance for Windows and Doors?
High indoor humidity and cold outdoor temperatures can result in condensation on cold interior surfaces, caused by heat transfer (thermal bridging) to the exterior. This is particularly common on windows because frames and glass can lose significant amounts of heat...
Helping Your Home Survive The Cold
We are in the thick of the biggest freeze in a generation. The cold temperatures can cause damage to your home but if you are prepared for what’s to come, it may prevent further harm. Lift up your blinds Let your windows get a little conditioned air from the...
Decorating Your Home After the Holidays
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Should You Remove Your Window Screens for Winter?
Temperatures are starting to drop and the hours of daylight are getting shorter by the minute. As you start putting away your hoses and other outdoor tools, we suggest devoting some time to your windows for the winter season. If you are unsure how to properly take...
Door and Window Replacement in the Winter
Are you wanting to replace your windows and door, but concerned about the cold weather interfering? This question may make homeowners question if doors and windows can be replaced year-round and the answer is yes! There are several reasons as to why we suggest to...
Andersen Windows A-Series vs 400 Series Comparison
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2018 Trends in Window and Door Design
Fall has finally arrived and Twin Cities homeowners are searching for window and door solutions to protect their homes from the upcoming Minnesota winter. We wanted to highlight a few project themes we've seen from 2018 replacement window projects, and we've included...
What is the Best Replacement Window?
Every window salesperson will say their window is the best. Think about it, they only have one window line to sell and if it isn't the best, then why would anyone buy it. The worst thing about even exploring a new window project is dealing with a salesperson tied to...
This Old Farmhouse – Window Restoration Project
This blog is a republishing of an article from the now defunct blog site called "This Old Farmhouse" at thisoldfarmhouse.blogspot.com The Window Restoration Project When we purchased This Old Farmhouse, we knew that we were going to have to undertake a window...
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What’s the Difference between Andersen and Renewal by Andersen?
Understanding the Difference between Andersen Windows and Renewal by Andersen When Twin Cities homeowners explore options for new windows, they often inquire about the differences between Andersen and Renewal by Andersen. This article aims to clarify these...