The Life Cycle of a Vinyl Sliding Door
Thursday, 22 February 2018
So many experts, including Bob Vila, don’t recommend installing vinyl sliding doors because of vinyl’s structural limitations. Did you know that vinyl expands and contracts four to five times more than wood or even metal? Astonishing but true! This means that, eventually, the performance of the entire door is affected. A vinyl sliding door becomes
- Published in Sliding Doors
Seeing the Light: Older Homes, Modern Windows
Thursday, 22 February 2018
We live in a beautiful and historic part of the country, and a lot of homes in this area are colonial gems. Older homes were solidly built, to be sure, but they were also built before we began to worry about the high cost of energy or the environment. So when it comes time to
- Published in Windows
Beat the Heat with “Smart Sun” Replacement Windows
Thursday, 22 February 2018
Can windows actually be smart? Well, when it comes to energy conservation and utility costs, the good news is YES, replacement windows are smart. To keep your house cool and the air conditioner bill under control, windows can be the leading variable in achieving a cool, comfortable home while saving energy doing it. Buying the
- Published in Eco Friendly, Windows
Finding the Best Windows or Patio Doors for Cold Weather
Thursday, 22 February 2018
There is nothing quite like an icy cold winter day to let you know just how drafty your windows and doors really are. You might be able to ignore these drafts in the summer, but come winter, it can be downright miserable. You shouldn’t be shivering inside your home! There are a number of reasons
- Published in Patio Doors, Windows
Eliminate 95% of UV Rays and Save Money on Energy Bills with SmartSun Glass
Thursday, 22 February 2018
Homeowners frustrated with rising cost of heating and cooling now have a new way to save money on energy bills: SmartSun™ Glass. Developed by industry leader Andersen® Window Company, SmartSun™ glass is one of the most energy-efficient glass choices for windows and patio doors, yet it has none of the drawbacks typical of highly efficient
- Published in Eco Friendly
Andersen Window Products Receive Leading Indoor Air Quality Certification
Thursday, 22 February 2018
Andersen® windows and doors and Renewal by Andersen® replacement windows have received Scientific Certification Systems (SCS) Indoor Advantage™ Gold Certification for indoor air quality. This level of certification meets North America’s strictest indoor air emission criteria, namely the California Section 01350 Specification, the strictest standard in the U.S. This certification is based upon rigorous, peer-reviewed
- Published in Eco Friendly, Windows
Eight Easy Ways to Secure Your Home Against Break-Ins
Thursday, 22 February 2018
According to the FBI a burglary takes place every 15.4 seconds in the United States. It is the most common threat to your home. However, you can easily thwart burglars with some simple tips. Burglars look for the path of least resistance, preferably open windows or doors. They’ll settle for unreinforced entry doors or patio
- Published in Front Doors, Neighborhoods
Patio Doors Can Transform Homes with Natural Daylight, Expand Views
Thursday, 22 February 2018
Homeowners desiring to bring more of the outdoors into their home are increasingly turning to patio doors. In fact, the residential patio door market grew by nearly 25 percent in the 1990s alone, according to research statistics from Andersen Corporation. Patio doors provide an expansive view of the outdoors, whether it is a wooded glade,
- Published in Patio Doors
