Last updated 2 days ago
If you are considering replacing your home’s older windows with modern windows, you may be wondering what the potential benefits are. Since windows can affect the amount of light entering a room, a home’s insulation from outside weather, and the overall look of your home, it is important to know your options before deciding which type of replacement windows are best for your home. We’ve compiled a short comparison of modern replacement windows with older, single-pane windows to help you understand the differences:
- Increased Insulation: New windows are made with one to three extra panes of glass, often separated by gases that have been added to ensure maximum insulation. By keeping out the cold in winter and the heat during the summer, modern windows designed with these features create a more comfortable environment inside your home.
- Greater Aesthetic Appeal: Although your older, single-pane windows may have looked stylish when installed, replacement windows can give your home a modern update. This improvement can enhance the look of your home and its resale value. New, clean glass also improves the views from both inside and outside.
- Lower Energy Costs: Single-pane windows are less efficient in keeping down energy costs for both cooling and heating when compared to double and triple-pane windows. New windows with a lower U-factor can reduce costs in colder climates. Homes in warmer climates can benefit from new windows with a low solar heat gain coefficient (SHGC).
When making decisions about windows in your home, factors like cost, efficiency, and design play a major part. Here at Western Hills Window Co., we understand how important windows can be to the overall look and feel of your home. To learn more about our replacement windows and other products and services, call us at (513) 208-2648.
Last updated 9 days ago
The Leaf Relief is a virtually invisible gutter protection system that protects your biggest investment, your home. Available in many different sizes and in aluminum or copper designs, Leaf Relief is suitable for any home. Unlike other products, this system will not bend, warp, or rust.
As you’ll learn in this video, the Leaf Relief Gutter Protection system can withstand heavy snow and ice, damage from ladders, pest invasion, and high winds. It keeps the gutters clear of needles, twigs, leaves, and seeds. Leaf Relief can drain up to 29.7 inches of rain per hour and is backed by a ten-year warranty. For homes that already have a gutter, the Leaf Relief Teepee series is available. This addition is resistant to ultra-violet rays, mold and mildew, and protects gutters.
Western Hills Window Co. offers installation of the Leaf Relief system. We invite you to call us for more information at (513) 208-2648, or visit us online.
Last updated 15 days ago
One of the easiest ways to prevent foundation damage in your home is to install gutters and downspouts. When used alongside other protective products like siding and trim, these drainage systems can help you to increase the value of your home and eliminate extra maintenance and expenses. Here are a few reasons why gutters and downspouts are so important to home protection:
- Structural Damage Prevention: Improper roof drainage can cause rainwater to collect near the house, eventually damaging the basement and foundation. Properly installed downspouts can transport that water away from the house to an area where it can be adequately absorbed, like a drain or a garden. If the moisture problem is ignored for too long, a home’s foundation can crack and flooding can occur.
- Mold and Mildew Prevention: If runoff water is not properly routed, moisture can collect around the foundation and in the home’s walls. This can cause mold, mildew, and rotting, which are not only costly to eradicate, but also potentially damaging to your health.
- Property Value Maintenance: Wet basements and a foundation damaged by water can lower your property value by 10-15%. Not only does a wet basement often require wall and floor replacement, but purchasing new appliances and electronics to replace those ruined by water damage can add up to quite a lot of money. Installing gutters and downspouts on your home is a cost-effective way to maintain your home’s worth.
Although purchasing a home is one of the biggest investments a person will make in his or her lifetime, maintaining that home doesn’t have to be costly. Using simple techniques like installing gutters and downspouts can help to preserve the quality of your home and give you a feeling of comfort and satisfaction. At Western Hills Window Co., we understand how important your home is to you and offer services that enhance the beauty and value of your home. For more information or to contact us, call us at (513) 208-2648 or visit us online.
Last updated 22 days ago
Since your doors and windows are the passageways between your home’s interior and exterior, it’s important to check them from time to time to ensure that they’re in good shape. If you suspect that any doors or windows in your home are on their way out, you should strongly consider having them replaced by a professional. For more information, call Western Hills Window Co. at (513) 208-2648.
- Do you need help reducing your energy consumption? Check out this page from the Natural Resources Defense Council.
- Even though wood windows are beautiful, they require periodic maintenance in order to stay that way. For more information, visit this page from DoItYourself.com.
- Do want to learn more about how to restore historical wooden windows? Take a look at this page from the National Park Service.
- Cleaning vinyl windows is quick and easy. Learn more at this page from DoorandWindow.com.
- Do you know that replacing your entry or garage door offers an excellent return on investment? This page from PRWeb.com offers more information.
