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Spring Spruce Up, Part 4: When it’s Time for a New Entry Door

April 26, 2024 No Comments

So far in our Spring Spruce Up series, we’ve covered, When it’s Time for New Siding, When it’s Time for a New Roof, and When it’s Time for New Windows. In our fourth installment of the series we’re shifting our attention to exterior doors, specifically tell-tale signs that you might need a new front door, as well as the different types of door materials, and the top brands you’ll want to consider for your front door replacement. Let’s get started … TELL-TALE SIGNS YOU MIGHT NEED A NEW FRONT DOOR YOUR ENTRY DOOR IS DRAFTY Drafts don’t just happen in the winter, it’s just that in the warmer months the drafts are letting in hot air — either way, drafts are a sure-fire way to increase energy bills because of extra use of your heating and cooling units. The front door, in addition to your windows and insulation, is one of the culprits that can let a draft into your home. Check for entry door drafts by carefully holding a candle or lighter near the

Spring Spruce Up, Part 3: When it’s Time for New Windows

April 19, 2024 No Comments

So far in our Spring Spruce Up series, we’ve covered, When it’s Time for New Siding, and When it’s Time for a New Roof. Our third installment of the series is all about windows. Specifically, we’re sharing some critical things you’ll want to be aware of if you’re considering new windows — including types of window materials, the most dependable brands, as well as when to talk with your insurance agent, and making sure you attain multiple proposals. No matter if you are looking to replace your windows because of age, damage, or just want to improve the curb appeal of your home (for yourself, or if you plan on putting your home on the market), gaining an understanding of how to proceed with replacement windows can go a long way in saving you time, energy and money down the road. GET MULTIPLE ESTIMATES (PROPOSALS) Like any home improvement project, being educated on cost — and understanding exactly what you’re getting for that cost — is super important. It’s ALWAYS a good idea to attain

Spring Spruce Up, Part 2: When it’s Time for a New Roof

April 12, 2024 No Comments

In the first installment of our spring spruce up series, we talked all about siding. In Part 2, we’re shifting our focus to roofing. In this article we’ll share some of the things you’ll want to be aware of if you’re considering a new roof. Whether it’s from damage, age, or you simply want to increase the value of your home, new roofing is a big investment — and doing a little homework now can save you time, energy and money down the road. As with Part 1 of this series, you’ll want to make sure you get multiple estimates, talk with your insurance agent, and understand which are the top brands for each roofing type … GET MULTIPLE ESTIMATES (PROPOSALS) Josh Gauwitz always says, “you don’t have to use us for the project, but you should always get an estimate from us, and at least one other roofing contractor.” It can be tempting to just pick a contractor you feel good about, but multiple estimates can go a long way in helping you make

Spring Spruce Up, Part 1: When it’s Time for New Siding

April 6, 2024 No Comments

Back in March, we talked all about Preparing Your Siding for Spring in one of our blog posts. But what happens if, while you’re prepping your siding for spring, you find that you might need new siding? Whether it’s from age, damage from the elements, or you’re just looking to give the exterior of your home a facelift, there are a few things you’ll want to be aware of before you embark on vinyl siding replacement. 1. Talk with Your Insurance Agent … … Especially if your vinyl siding needs replacement because of damage. It’s important to speak with your insurance person right away if there is ever any kind of damage to your home, and your vinyl siding is no exception. One of the nice perks of working with Legacy Exteriors, is that we work with you to help you through the claims process. This is important because it can be tricky proceeding with an insurance company when making an insurance claim, which is why we help homeowners understand the process on how to

Preparing Your Windows for Spring

March 29, 2024 No Comments

Thus far in our spring preparation series, we’ve covered preparing your deck, roof, siding, and gutters for spring. In this installment of the series, our focus is on windows. In addition to providing your home with light, and a view of the outdoors, windows are an integral part of keeping your home protected from the elements. One way to extend the life of your windows, and ensure they are doing their job efficiently, is inspecting and maintaining them after winter. To help you prepare your windows for spring, we’re sharing the following seven highly effective tips … Check Window Insulation Insulation has a great effect on the efficiency of your windows, which is why it’s important to make sure your insulation is in good shape. As a windows contractor, we’ve seen many instances where a homeowner’s windows are fine, but the insulation is not, so it’s definitely worthwhile to inspect the insulation yourself or have a professional do so for you. If you do decide to have a professional inspection, please note that you should

Spring Spruce Up, Part 4: When it’s Time for a New Entry Door

Spring Spruce Up, Part 3: When it’s Time for New Windows

Spring Spruce Up, Part 2: When it’s Time for a New Roof

Spring Spruce Up, Part 1: When it’s Time for New Siding

Preparing Your Windows for Spring

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