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Vinyl Replacement Windows vs Wood: What’s Best for Connecticut Homes?

In the vinyl vs wood windows debate, vinyl is the better fit for most Connecticut homes. It handles moisture and temperature swings without rotting or needing paint, it insulates well...

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What Is a Door Awning and Do You Really Need One?

A door awning is a small fixed or retractable cover mounted above an exterior door. It keeps rain, snow and sun off the doorway and the person standing at it....

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Retractable Awning Not Working? 7 Things to Check Before You Panic

Most retractable awning problems come down to a handful of causes: lost power, a remote or switch issue, a wind sensor lockout, an obstruction, or worn parts. If you are...

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Common Stair Railing Installation Mistakes Homeowners Should Avoid

Stair railing installation looks like a manageable weekend project, but small mistakes can lead to big problems with safety, durability and building code compliance. The most common ones are wrong...

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Retractable Awnings vs. Fixed Canopies: Which Is Better for Your Connecticut Home?

When comparing retractable awnings vs fixed canopies, the short answer is this: choose a retractable awning if you want shade you can open and close and nothing exposed to winter...

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A Connecticut Homeowner’s Guide to Exterior Protection: Windows, Awnings, Doors & More

Home exterior protection is not about one product. It comes from windows, doors, awnings and gutters working together to keep heat in, water out and sun under control. Connecticut homes...

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Entry Doors & Railings That Stand Up to Connecticut Weather

Entry doors and railings take more weather than almost any other part of a Connecticut home. They sit at the front entry, fully exposed to freezing temperatures, moisture and repeated...

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Built for Connecticut Winters: How Aladdin’s Awnings & Canopies Stand Up to Snow, Wind, and Freezing Temps

Awnings in winter hold up well when two things are true: the product was chosen and installed with snow, wind and freezing temperatures in mind, and the owner follows a...

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Upgrade Your Deck or Entryway with Maintenance-Free Railings Built for New England Winters

Maintenance-free railings made of aluminum or vinyl are the practical answer for Connecticut decks, porches and front steps. They do not rot, warp, peel or need repainting, and they give...