Fascia, and Dormers, and Belly Bands! Oh, my! Have no fear, Opal’s here to help. Let’s go over some of the common parts of a house you might encounter during a renovation.
You’ve probably seen a label on your windows or replacement windows you’re considering and wondered what all the numbers and codes on the label mean. Designed by the National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC), this label can be found on all ENERGY STAR® qualified windows as a guide for contractors and homeowners when choosing windows. Because …
Deciding Between Fiberglass, Wood, Composite & Vinyl Windows Nowadays, homeowners have an abundance of choices in materials for replacement windows. It all comes down to which advantages you’re prioritizing for your project. Each of the four most popular window materials on the market—fiberglass, wood, composite, and vinyl—has specific advantages in terms of looks, cost, and …
Homeowners tend to pay more attention to their windows than their front door. It’s not surprising. Today’s home improvement market is filled with ads touting the importance of energy-efficient windows. So, while we’re quite aware that we ought to replace our single-pane, non-energy efficient windows with better options, we seldom consider our front doors with …
Every year, thousands of homeowners across Illinois invest in window replacement projects. Their reasons for doing so may vary. Some want to replace broken or damaged windows that are negatively affecting comfort, privacy, and security. For many who want to replace old and outdated windows, it’s more a matter of improving curb appeal. So, like …
How Do I Know if My Windows Need Replacing? Windows are an extremely important part of every home. They allow for natural light to pour inside your home, provide ventilation, and are one of the biggest factors when it comes to the overall energy efficiency of your home. Additionally, they play a large part in …
Entry doors are an extremely important part of every household. In addition to providing an entry and exit point, they also provide security from potential intruders and make up a large part of your home’s curb appeal. So it only makes sense that you’ll want to get the best entry doors you can find that …
When you’re looking to invest in replacement windows for your home, you’ll want to make sure that you choose the best windows on the market. While searching for windows, you’re likely to come across a number of different window options made from different materials, each one claiming to be the best. So, how do you …