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Windows are one of the most prevalent components of a home’s exterior. They offer views of the outdoors, lower your utility bills, and they can even increase property value. We see windows everywhere—from office buildings to our own homes. While we don’t think much about windows until they get dirty or stop working properly, there are a few little-known facts about windows that might make you appreciate them more.

Countless homeowners call us every day and ask the same question: how much do replacement windows cost? As double hung windows are one of the most popular window styles in Indianapolis, we provide quotes for this window style to hundreds of homeowners every year.

You finally made the choice to upgrade your home with new replacement windows. You sat through a couple product demonstrations, picked your perfect window color and design, and made it all the way through installation day without hitting a snag. Your new windows are finally in your home, and you sit on your couch admiring the newest upgrade.

High winds can occur any time here in Indianapolis. While most quality exterior components are designed to withstand winds, rain, and more, you may still be worried about the condition of your roof after a windstorm.

Fall is just a few short weeks away. While we’re making upgrades to our homes and maintaining exterior components such as our gutters, you might start thinking about your roof. Your roof has a big job to do during the coldest months, as it’s responsible for keeping energy inside the home while keeping moisture out. The performance of your roof is imperative to staying warm this fall, and here is how you can make it’s ready and efficient for the coldest days to come.

We’re heading into the end of August and summer is coming to a close. Can you believe it? As we send our kids off to school and prepare for the next season, it’s important to turn our attention outdoors. Before summer officially ends, there are some end-of-summer maintenance tasks you’ll want to tackle—and this week we’re covering the topic of gutters.

Whether you’re upgrading your exterior or you’ve improved the efficiency of your home within the last several years, you’ve likely heard of Energy Star. Energy Star is a staple in the home improvement and home appliance industry when it comes to product performance. In fact, there are 70 product categories and 1.6 million homes using these products today. It is a government-backed program that aims to educate homeowners on the efficiency of a product, whether it’s a washing machine or a replacement window.

Nearly every Charlotte homeowner wants a more energy efficient home. According to the Department of Energy, there are various sneaky sources that cause your energy bills to rise. For example, drafty windows can cause you to lose up to 25% of your home’s energy. Before even more energy escapes right out the window (or somewhere else), these are the top upgrades that are sure to improve your home’s energy efficiency: