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Knowing When to Replace Your Windows

A window replacement project can reduce your home’s energy costs, reduce outside noise, improve indoor climate and comfort for your family, and enhance your home’s overall appearance. But window replacement projects should not be entered into lightly. The choices made must be lived with for many years, so make sure to consider all factors. Continue reading

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Save $1500 on Your Taxes by Remodeling Your Home!

The government is actually giving $1,500 in tax credits to homeowners who remodel their existing (principle) residence to reduce energy consumption. A lot of people think this tax credit only applies to replacement windows, but it is actually much more encompassing. The official name for the program is the Existing Home Retrofit (25C) tax credit and it extends to replacing insulation, doors, skylights, water heaters, heat pumps, central air conditioning, and metal or asphalt roofs. Continue reading

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