Great News for Illinois Homeowners: Home Equity Is Up—It’s the Perfect Time to Invest in Home Improvements! Illinois homeowners have a reason to celebrate: home equity is on the rise! According to the Illinois REALTORS®, the statewide median home price reached $285,000 in January 2025, marking a 10.9% increase from the previous year. This upward trend in home values presents
When it comes to replacing your home’s windows, the installation method you choose can significantly impact the longevity, efficiency, and overall performance of your new windows. While insert or “pocket” installations are quicker and less invasive, full-frame window replacement offers comprehensive benefits that make it the superior choice for many homeowners. We recommend this type of replacement to homeowners in
As winter grips us with its chilly embrace, homeowners everywhere are looking for effective ways to keep their homes warm and cozy without cranking up the heating and facing sky-high energy bills. Proper home insulation is crucial not only for comfort but also for reducing energy consumption and minimizing environmental impact. If you live in the Chicago area or Madison
Next Door & Window Announces Winner of $10,000 Sweepstakes Giveaway! We are thrilled to announce the winner of our fall 2024 Your NEXT Windows $10,000 Sweepstakes! Congratulations to Emma Hancock from Mount Prospect, IL, who will soon be upgrading her home with brand-new windows and doors courtesy of Next Door & Window. 🎉 About the Sweepstakes At Next Door &
Next Door & Window is very proud to be a sponsor for the Habitat for Humanity Event, Repurpose for a Purpose 2024. Habitat offers families a variety of housing solutions. Through homeownership, home repair, and our Neighborhood Revitalization programs, they partner with families to help build or improve a place they can call home and find the stability
When it comes to home interiors, it’s all in the details. One detail that is often overlooked is the window trim. At NEXT Door and Window, trim and molding are essential to your home’s design. They provide a finished look to the window and protect it from the elements. Have you ever wondered what is the best trim for windows?
Take Advantage Of The Steady Home Value Growth And See More Curb Appeal With New Windows and Doors In recent articles published by several media outlets, the rise in Chicago home values was discussed at length in particular about Values in August from the previous year. From the CHICAGO TRIBUNE, “Home prices in the
What is a Fiberglass Window? Fiberglass windows are made from high-temperature melted glass, which is then drawn into fine glass fibers that are woven together. With highly durable features and requiring little maintenance, fiberglass is blended with resins to make it the perfect material for window frames. Fiberglass can be painted, boasts a smooth surface, and can be customized
NEXT Door & Window is a Marvin Certified Installing Retailer (CIR). What does this mean for you, our customers? The Certified Installing Retailer is exclusive to Marvin dealers specializing in replacement applications. Marvin handpicked NEXT Door & Window to deliver a best-in-class experience for the homeowner from start to finish. NEXT Door & Window deals with and buys directly from Marvin, with
Your home’s doors and windows function beyond energy efficiency and security. When properly planned, a door or window design could dramatically improve the look and feel of your home for years. Below we’ll explain the many aesthetic benefits and how doors and windows can influence your interior home look. 1. Add Color and Pattern A door is more than