BEFORE INSTALLING DOUBLE-GLAZED WINDOWS, PV CELLS, OR A SOLAR WATER HEATER, CONSIDER EASIER OPTIONS
It’s been colder this winter than expected and you’re wondering what you can do to reduce energy costs. Should you lease solar cells or invest in double-glazed windows? Or maybe a solar water heater would save money? Before you spend a lot of time exploring these great (but expensive) options, here are ten inexpensive improvements – in order of importance – that really should be done first.
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You’ve bought a home that needs fixing up. And you have a sense of construction costs. You initially consulted with some building professionals before buying the house and their advice was sound but inconsistent. So now where to begin? Whether you bought the house for the long term or short, here are some basic guidelines you should follow.
Read MoreFIBERGLASS, AS A BUILDING MATERIAL, IS NOTHING NEW
Fiberglass has been floating boats and strengthening ladders for years. In the window industry, however, it’s the latest addition to a range of finish options. The most popular fiberglass windows are wood windows with exterior fiberglass cladding but 100% fiberglass windows are also available. Fiberglass windows currently comprise about 4% of the market and the percentage is growing each year.
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