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Historic Renovation and the Window Restoration Problem
With more than 150,000 housing units built before 1916, the Twin Cities has one of the oldest housing stocks in the country. Older homes require routine maintenance and sometimes intimidating upkeep. Home improvement projects on historic properties often present a...
Energy Efficient Replacement Window Tips To Consider
Gone are the days when all you had to worry about when selecting new windows was if you could find stylish window hardware to fit out-of-the-box windows. Today, homeowners have endless style and performance options for replacement windows. We want to focus on options...
Andersen Corporation Named 2019 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year
Andersen Corporation, including its subsidiaries, has been named a 2019 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year – Sustained Excellence Award winner. The Sustained Excellence Award is the highest honor given by ENERGY STAR for continued leadership in protecting the...
The Right Windows for Your Home
In the world of architecture, there’s nothing quite as appealing as the warmth of wood. But in the interior spaces of a home, a wealth of wood, though striking, can leave a space feeling dark and even claustrophobic without smart window selection and the addition of...
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...
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How Energy-Efficient Windows Support Lower Heating Costs Over Time
With the groundhog seeing his shadow this year, we’re officially looking at six more weeks of winter across the Midwest. As cold weather lingers, heating systems continue working overtime to keep homes comfortable. During extended winter stretches like this, many...