Window replacement may not be flashy, but it can help boost curb appeal and give you an 81% ROI at resale. To find the best windows, you’ll want to keep in mind both the interior and exterior of the house. Windows can have a drastic effect on the appearance from both the inside and outside. If you’re considering getting new windows, then here are ten tips for how to find… Continue Reading

The US spends over $300 billion a year on energy that escapes through drafty doors and windows. That’s more than the US spends on its military every year! You might not realize your front door is the culprit until it’s too late. Don’t let your hard-earned money go to waste. Instead, keep reading to discover the eight signs you need a new front door. After reading this guide, you can… Continue Reading

Are you doing a few renovations around the house? Is it time to pick a new front door? Choosing a door seems like it should be an easy task, but you’d be surprised. A lot more goes into that decision than you’d assume at first glance. After all, the front door is the first thing that visitors will see before they come in. Before you go rifling through all of… Continue Reading

Even with a cursory glance of the buildings of Chicago highlighted on The Chicago Architecture Center’s website, there’s a common feature that stands out – their windows. They have a unique style that adds character to the facade of each. Windows are a well-known feature of Chicago’s buildings. The site even lists large windows as one of the typical characteristics of the state’s 19th-century commercial buildings. It’s these different types of windows that make… Continue Reading

The front entranceway to your home is probably the most important part of your home exterior. Not only does it enhance (or detract) from your curb appeal, but the door you choose plays a big role in home security, too. Additionally, you want your front door to withstand every element that’s thrown at it — rain, wind, harsh sunshine, snow, etc. In short, your front door should be able to… Continue Reading