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New windows can curb record-high energy bills

woodrow — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 04:19:22 +0000

If you’ve been watching your electric bills soar, welcome to the club. A new report from USA TODAY finds that we’ve endured five straight years of increases, making it the largest leap since the energy woes of the 1970s. Even if your earnings have stagnated, the cost to consumers for electricity has kept on rising. We [...]

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Have you looked into composite windows?

woodrow — Sun, 11 Sep 2011 05:20:24 +0000

There seems to be a hearty debate underway over the value of the newest generation of composite windows, I won’t jump into the mix with my own opinions, save to present the arguments posed by major manufacturers and ask my readers to weigh in on their own experiences. I have found an easy way to distinguish [...]

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Spring Remodeling Projects for Immediate Value

woodrow — Sun, 30 May 2010 16:42:29 +0000

You never know where you’re going to find great ideas. This week, I saw a newspaper article in a Pennsylvania newspaper that suggests some solid home remodeling ideas for people reluctant to spend money in a struggling economy. The article cites a study from the Pella Corporation that claims this is actually a good time [...]

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Create a Sense of Spaciousness

woodrow — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 18:37:08 +0000

I’ve been in more than my share of Victorian homes out here in the West, and some of them are dark, dreary, and depressing. Ultimately, it may not come down to square footage to determine whether your home looks and feels spacious and inviting. If you’re looking at remodeling, consider small, affective options that can [...]

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Have a Safe and Secure New Year

woodrow — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 19:37:53 +0000

As the year ends, it’s an ideal time to look at your home, the projects you’ve successfully completed and your plans for repairs, renovations, and renewal. Protecting your family should top your list, but if you’re a real Do It Yourselfer, protecting your home and investment should be a top-tier priority. I live in the [...]

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Return on Investment for Home Improvements

woodrow — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:03:50 +0000

Let’s face it: money is tight today. If you’re looking to get the most bang for your home improvement dollar, think about making improvements that make your home more livable today and valuable if you plan to put it on the market when times improve. If you have the budget or access to a reasonable loan, [...]

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Home Greening and Tax Credits

woodrow — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 16:25:41 +0000

It’s time to revisit the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 and its energy improvements section. In sum, Section 1121 of the act was created to offer a $1,500 tax credit for materials applied towards an energy retrofit of windows, skylights, doors, insulation and roofing. Homeowners can earn the credit up to a [...]

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Windows Where You Want Them

Mary — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 23:51:23 +0000

I would have a hard time objecting to becoming the owner of this bathroom: Photo Credit: Sunset Or this one: Both are exquisite bathrooms, but the windows are maybe my favorite part. I started thinking about this practically though, and who honestly has a private enough home that you could pull off those kinds of windows in the bathroom with [...]

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Refresh Your Perspective

Mary — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 00:02:51 +0000

So, whats in a window? Maybe more than you think. What sunny days do for your mood, windows can do for your house. I’m a huge proponent of natural light. Not only will it cut down on your electricity bill, it can lift your spirits as well. Especially if you live in an area that can [...]

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