What are casement windows? Casement windows open outwards on a sideways swing, rather than sliding. Awning windows differ from casement windows in the direction that they open. Why is a casement window better? The Benefits of Casement Windows One visually appealing benefit of casement windows is the minimal obstruction of the outside view. because they don’t have as many supporting pieces. Along with that, they let it more light than windows with multiple opaque parts. Casement windows are also better for airflow because they capture a breeze with the open sash. During cooler months, they typically have less air leakage because they have one single large seal rather than two or more. When
Basic Exterior Maintenance Did you know you are more likely to get a return on your home investment by keeping up with basic home maintenance than if you were to redo your kitchen? One example of this is a siding repair or replacement. Replacing roofs, and windows is also on the list, having an ROI of 80% while siding replacements have an ROI of 92.8%. The main reason for this is because home buyers would rather see security in a home that doesn’t have a leaky roof or potential for one, and be able to make the interior look exactly the way they want with their own upgrades. Think if you went to buy a home with a gorgeous kitchen but it had a wet basement from the home owner not keeping up on
Weather Stripping We love our pets, but they can be destructive to our home. Pets are a major cause of damage to door weather stripping. To prevent damage, the first thing to do is make sure your current weather stripping is in like-new shape. You will want to add a piece of vinyl lattice that matches the color of your door and cut it to fit just right. Place it over the weather stripping and make sure the door closes, using finishing nails to secure it. For a clean finish, you can also add caulking to the nail heads to hide them. Damaged weather stripping and flashing can lead to water damage, so fixing these right away is key to a healthy home. Check out this how-to video on replacing your
