Tag: home improvement
3 Benefits of Investing in Marvin Signature Patio Doors For Your Home
When it’s time to replace your old patio doors, Marvin is the best brand to research. Few manufacturers can match what this exterior door company brings to the table, and for great reasons. As the leader in entry, storm, and patio doors in Illinois, NEXT Door & Window wants to share the unmistakable features and benefits of Marvin patio doors.
5 Types of Window Grid Styles & Patterns For Homes
Grids are beautiful pieces of wood or aluminum that are integrated on the exterior or interior of your window panes to add texture to your traditional or modern home. Investing in new windows with grids on the exterior of the glass is an excellent way to add character to a colonial home. On the other hand, window grid patterns can
5 Benefits of Investing in Low-E Windows For Your House
While a majority of buyers are aware of the different types of windows on the market, a large number of consumers are unfamiliar with types of glass. Since a massive amount of energy loss can be attributed to inefficient windows, it’s important to be familiar with various kinds of glass coatings such as low e replacement windows that can be
A Homeowner’s Guide to Window Condensation
Are you noticing a “sweat” building up on your windows? This sweat is called condensation. Condensation normally occurs inside the home when it’s extremely cold outside but too humid inside. It can also be a clear indicator that there is seal failure and new glass or windows will be needed. When warm air mixes with cool air, condensation forms. It’s
OUR FAVORITE INSTALLATIONS OF 2020
Before the year comes to end, we wanted to share some of our favorite installations of 2020. This year has been challenging for everyone in some way, but we continue to be so grateful for your support of our small, local business. Every single installation deserves a shout out, but for the sake of this blog post, we had to
How To Choose the Perfect Windows
Are you noticing that it’s time for new windows? Damaged, broken, or inefficient windows are known to cause discomfort as well as higher energy bills. No one wants higher bills! Maintaining your home’s windows can help ensure that it remains cozy and functional despite harsh climate conditions- think brutal winters. Yet with all this info it can be easy to
How to Upgrade Your Home’s Exterior For Ultimate Curb Appeal
If you want your home’s exterior to have ultimate curb appeal, there are plenty of ways to go about it. Your home’s curb appeal makes a big impact on visitors, neighbors, potential buyers, and the entire block in general. An upgrade to your home’s exterior can also significantly increase the value of your home. NEXT Door & Window can help you do
4 Key Reasons You Should Replace Your Windows This Summer
Summer is just around the corner and with it comes sweltering heat, blasted air conditioners, and/or more opened windows. Damaged, broken, or inefficient windows are known to cause discomfort as well as higher energy bills. 4 Reasons Why You Should Replace Your Windows This Summer Maintaining your home’s windows can help ensure that it remains cozy and functional despite harsh
Our Favorite Installations of 2019
Another great year is coming to an end and we couldn’t be more excited for what’s ahead and incredibly grateful for all the door and window installations that happened this year. We worked with many amazing people and loved helping them transform their homes. We were left inspired by the renovations, so we thought this end of the year post
Can Your Windows Withstand the Seasonal Elements?
We live in a beautiful state that is blessed with all four seasons. However, unfortunately, we have to deal with rough winters and summers, and our homes can feel the stress of that as well. So it’s always a good idea to keep track of your windows to ensure that the shifting seasons don’t catch you off guard! Season’s change—the
