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Window and Door Trends to Consider for Your Home

The window and door trends worth paying attention to are the ones that make a house more comfortable to live in: energy-efficient glass and frames, colors beyond basic white, and...

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Spring Window Cleaning How-To

Spring window cleaning comes down to four steps: take out the screens and wash them, rinse and scrub the outside glass and frames, vacuum and wipe the inside including the...

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Should You Get Vinyl Siding Installed During the Fall Season?

Is it a good idea to install vinyl siding in the fall? Yes. Fall is one of the best times of year for the job. Temperatures are mild, which suits...

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Commercial Storefront Awnings That Grab Attention

Storefront awnings grab attention when they are bold in color, large enough to be seen from the street and clearly tied to the business underneath. There is no single color...

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3 Great Home Exterior Upgrades

Looking for home exterior upgrades that make a real difference? Start with the parts of the house you see and touch every day. A new front door, new vinyl windows...

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Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Gutter Repair?

Does homeowners insurance cover gutter repair? Sometimes. It depends on how the gutters were damaged. Sudden damage from an outside event is often covered, while gutters that wore out or...

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Popular Awning Colors for a Tan Color Home

The best awning colors for a tan house fall into two groups. Deep browns and other earth tones blend with the siding for a quiet, coordinated look. Blue, mint, yellow...

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Tips for Lubricating Your Vinyl Replacement Windows

To lubricate vinyl windows, clean the tracks first, then wipe a silicone lubricant onto the tracks and jamb liners with a cloth. Do not spray it directly on the window....

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Front Door Ideas to Boost Curb Appeal

The fastest way to improve front door curb appeal is to work in three steps: clean and repaint the door you have, update the hardware, and replace the door if...