Blog: Bruce McClain

New Windows & Energy Efficiency In the U.S., the average home used over  10,000 kilowatt-hours  every year. With energy costs always increasing, homeowners are always looking for ways to save energy. That's where new windows come in.

When Do You Need New Windows? What New Windows Should You Choose? Sometimes it's obvious that your windows need replacing - like when a baseball flies in from the front yard. But other times it's more subtle - like when you can't seem to keep your house heated because of drafty old windows.

Does Your Home Ever Get Window Condensation? There are plenty of situations where condensation is a good thing, like when it builds as cool droplets on your summer lemonade, or as the mist you draw in on winter car windows.

Get the Facts About Residential Siding and Winter Weather Since the dawn of human civilization, winter has been an unrelenting threat against our crops, livestock, and shelters. The siding of the home covers the exterior walls that protect the inside from dangerous weather.

Do the windows in your home affect energy efficiency? Many households will make changes this winter to avoid a spike in their electric bill, as saving money is becoming more and more necessary.

What Are Ice Dams? What Do You Do About Ice Dams? Winter snow can be a magical sight, especially when every roof is covered in a sparkling white blanket. To the homeowner, this can turn into a source of anxiety.

Home Insulation and Your Energy Bills As the temperature outside drops, homeowners are likely to notice an increase in the cost of their energy bills. When you turn up the heat on a thermostat, your furnace will try to regulate the temperature continuously.

How Insulation in Your Home Can Improve Energy Efficiency The weather is steadily growing colder during this time of the year. It won’t be long before sleeping under an extra layer or two at night becomes the norm.

Buyer’s Guide for Home Replacement Windows Weather can be furious and formidable in any season. Concerns like saving money on heating and cooling or even just being more environmentally conscious are becoming more prudent.

Tax Credits Available for Replacement Windows Deciding to replace the windows in your home can take significant consideration. It’s not an insignificant investment, especially considering the prices for material and labor.