• Find the Reason for Window Replacement

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    Living in an old home means that it asks for maintenance or repair after every couple of years. Here at Total Home Windows and Doors, owners are rest assured that new windows maximize comfort and allow inhabitants to live a healthy and relaxing life. Sometimes, windows need replacement because they are not in a condition to work any longer and repairing would be just a waste of money as well as efforts. What people usually do not realize is the fact that window replacement is a significant investment and so, they have to invest some time and do research before making a decision.

    Homes are usually the place where people have gathered a lot of memories and captured some lifelong moments that spread happiness whenever they are remembered. Since the living space is responsible to keep everyone together and united, why not give it some attention? Why is it always ignored? Just keep in mind that it is responsible to keep everyone in comfort and ease.

    Considering its performance and function, homeowners usually encounter a lot of problems apart from damaged windows. They may have to deal with rising energy bills, decreased insulation, warping, rotting etc. The thing to keep in mind is that window replacement is usually the most appropriate option because it resolves all types of problems and leave owner with satisfaction that things would work in the way they want. Frankly speaking, nothing would work properly if windows are not in good condition. Would be wondering why? Well, it’s because of the fact that windows are the primary components in home’s overall efficiency and doors, even, depend upon how they work. It is, therefore, necessary that homeowners keep track of the symptoms in the existing windows. Let’s know some of them:

    • Condensation: Condensation is usually formed between the window panes that cause damages in the seals, thus causing heat/energy loss. This problem usually leads to rising consumption expenses that can only be solved with superior insulation.
    • Hard to Operate: As the components get older, it’s quite hard to open or close them. Since there is a lot of friction due to humid climate and swelled windows, Total Home suggests to go for window replacement right away.
    • Draftiness: Air usually finds its way into the home and disturbs internal temperature. During winter, damp and cold air causes discomfort and influence inhabitants to keep on changing thermostat’s setting to create an ideal environment. The reason behind is that the components have broken/damaged seals that need to be replaced right away.

    After finding out the reason of window replacement, the only thing is to come up with the best possible alternative and hiring a professional installer who has professional skills as well as equipment to handle any kind of project. If needed, Total Home is available 24/7 for assistance. Homeowners just have to approach them and ask for help.

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  • historic window workshop in Sacramento, CA

    Sacramento’s Sierra Curtis Neighborhood Association and the Sacramento Bungalow Heritage Association are fighting a winning battle against cheap, unsightly and – in the long run – inefficient and environmentally damaging vinyl, aluminum and composite windows. Their solution? Fix your old wooden windows before switching over to something that seems like a good deal – but actually isn’t.

    This coming October 6 and 7, they’re offering two workshops on the basic repair, maintenance, weatherization and repair of historic wood windows.

    Volunteer instructors from the community will demonstrate how they worked on their own windows, preserved the character of their historic homes, and saved their pocketbooks!  Historic windows were made to be taken apart and repaired, and with basic guidance, anyone can make their windows work as they originally did – with ease of operation and weather tight – and beautiful!

    We ran a short piece about these workshops and the woman behind them two years ago; again, much thanks to Janice Calpo not only for the heads-up, but more importantly for making Sacramentans aware of the benefits of our old homes’ original windows!