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Creating Great Views PARKERSBURG, W. VA. – Residential home designer Marla Bruemmer has a unique viewpoint on the placement of windows in the houses she creates. “I use windows as picture frames in very specific locations within the home to produce great views,” says Bruemmer, owner of Design Evolutions. For more than 20 years Bruemmer…
Installing Replacement Windows Installing replacement windows is a great DIY project that can help you save thousands of dollars on energy bills over the life of the windows. Replacement window manufacturers have perfected the design of replacement windows so that anyone with moderate do-it-yourself skills can easily install them. I recently helped my dad replace…
Federal Tax Credits – Stimulus Funds The latest round of Federal Stimulus Money has created federal tax credits for home owners that install energy efficient windows. So if you plan on replacing some windows while you renovate an existing home there is a nice Federal Tax Credit worth up to $1,500 for energy efficient windows…
Harvey Building Products Manufacturing Today I had the pleasure of taking a tour of Harvey Building Products Londonderry NH manufacturing facility. The new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility houses over 300,000 sq. ft. of window, door and sunroom manufacturing. At this particular facility they manufacture both vinyl and wood clad windows along with Therma-Tru doors and the…
We still need window blinds in several rooms on the second floor and I’ve been looking around for a place to buy them on a fixed budget. We’ve been searching for some pleated blinds for the kids play room. I found the pleated blinds in the photo for a great price from a website called…
I’ve written several articles about an Energy Star House we’re building right now for a customer at work. The house features the new Harvey Tribute Windows with high performance package. Harvey Tribute Windows The Harvey Tribute Windows with the High Performance Package is an upgraded window line from Harvey that offers customers a superior energy…
We are starting to install the new Harvey Tribute windows in the new house we’re building for a customer. The Harvey Tribute windows are an upgraded vinyl window that Harvey is now offering with some great new architectural details and energy efficient options. These Harvey Tribute windows were ordered with several upgrades. The windows feature…
Home replacement windows are an excellent way to make your home more energy efficient. With today’s rising heating costs it makes sense to evaluate the need to replace your old drafty windows. Replacement windows can be purchased to fit any opening and match most any house style. Before ordering replacement windows you should consider some…
How To Insulate Basement Walls Insulating a basement properly is rather challenging in cold climates. In this article I'd like to discuss how to insulate basement walls in cold climates. Insulating basement walls in cold climates is a great way to keep your home warmer and drier. However, special care should be used when insulating…
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Tips for Deck and Fence Projects With Spring finally here many of us are considering deck and fencing projects. Maybe you're considering having a new deck or fence built. Maybe it's time to refinish your deck or add some new decorative touches to your tired deck. Spring is the perfect time to plan these projects…
New DEWALT Job Site Table Saws Models DWE7480, DWE7490X, and DWE7491RS DEWALT recently introduced a new line of portable table saws that include significant updates and features. The new line includes 3 new models; DWE7480 - 10" Compact Table Saw, DWE7491X - 10" Table Saw with Scissor Stand, and DWE7491RS - 10" Table Saw with…
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