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Do Storm Windows Keep Heat In? Winter Benefits You Should Know.

By Justin Karsnitz / January 17, 2025 / Comments Off on Do Storm Windows Keep Heat In? Winter Benefits You Should Know.

Winter is here, and keeping your home warm and energy-efficient is now a top priority. For homeowners with historic wooden windows, the challenge of maintaining warmth without sacrificing the charm of their home can be daunting. This is where storm windows come into play. But do storm windows really help keep the heat in? And…

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Window Replacement vs. Reconditioning: How To Avoid Painful Buyers Remorse

By Justin Karsnitz / June 29, 2022 / Comments Off on Window Replacement vs. Reconditioning: How To Avoid Painful Buyers Remorse

Window Replacement vs. Window Reconditioning (Not an “apples to apples” comparison) Should I replace my old windows or attempt to save them?  This has been a growing uncertainty since the 1950’s when replacement windows were a new product making salespeople a fortune.  As this trend became more popular, it became common to use replacements for…

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The Practical Benefits of Quality Storm Windows

By Justin Karsnitz / June 29, 2022 / Comments Off on The Practical Benefits of Quality Storm Windows

Storm windows are an often underrated piece of the puzzle of old windows. Many people think they are just the ugly metal coverings filled with bugs on grandmas house. We want you to know all the benefits you will enjoy so you can make an informed decision. This article is an explanation of why opting…

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The Unspoken History of Replacement Windows

By Justin Karsnitz / June 27, 2022 / Comments Off on The Unspoken History of Replacement Windows

What has happened to windows? We pass by homes originally built with windows of solid wood, those with antique glass divided by real wooden mullions, in patterns that defined the (often) high style of a beautiful past; and we see them gone…and in their place the results of what the modern world typically offers. The history of replacement windows isn’t for…

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