Archive | February, 2012
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DIY Projects: Replacing Window Sills

Replacing window sills is a job you could consider doing yourself, but it can be much more involved than it seems, especially if you run into problems that escalate the scope of your project. Replacing window sills can extend window life, but it’s important to identify and fix problems to avoid any recurrence.

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Energy Star Ratings: How Do Marvin Windows Measure Up?

When it comes to manufacturing home construction components, Marvin has earned a decades-long premiere reputation. That’s certainly true for window products. You can trust that reputation even more when you know that Marvin windows meet or exceed performance requirements when it comes to Energy Star ratings, too.

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How You Can Fix Your Broken Glass Window

Whether it’s a small pane in a mullioned window or a larger single pane of glass, it’s relatively easy to replace a broken glass window yourself. If it’s a large window, you’ll find it much easier to remove the entire thing and lay it flat on a table or workbench to work on it. Then just follow these steps:

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Residing A House: What To Look For In A Contractor

When it comes to major home improvement projects, no decision is more important than choosing the right contractor. If you’re residing a house, you’re making a tremendous investment and you have a right to expect quality work, done on time. Trust is critical, so consider all these points when selecting your contractor:

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What Is The Home Residing Process

Your home residing process starts with choosing the right contractor and the right siding. Then it’s just a matter of being prepared, knowing what’s to come. And looking forward to seeing how wonderful your home looks when the work is done.

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Choosing Siding Colors For Your Home

Choosing siding and trim colors gives you a chance to think about your home’s “visual future.” New colors can be just slightly different from what you have now, to give a fresh and updated look, or they can represent a radical departure for a entirely new look.

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The Benefits of Residing A House

Siding is your home’s exterior “skin.” It directly affects every aspect of your home’s appearance, livability and value. So residing a house can certainly represent an investment in your home and family’s future. Here are just some benefits of residing a house.

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Residing A House: When Is The Right Time To Start?

So you’re thinking about residing your house. Good for you. New siding can make a tremendous improvement in your home’s appearance, market value and maintenance needs. But it does take some planning and research to make the best decisions about residing a house.

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