If you want to be prepared for winter weather, stopping drafts is important. One of the areas of your home where you can lose the most energy is damaged windows. The problems can be caused by bad weather stripping, old caulking and damage to the window frame. Missing insulation can also be a cause of problems with the windows in your home. Here are some tips to help you deal with window damage and prepare your home for winter weather:
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Awning-style windows are short, wide windows that open outwards from a top-mounted hinge. The window stops opening mid-way and can stay propped open much like an awning over a front door. Awning windows are often used to highlight static picture windows but this window style is also popular in kitchens above the sink.
If you are considering a replacement window for your kitchen, here are some pros and cons of awning-style windows to consider before meeting with a window installation company.
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Choosing blinds for your home can be tough, especially if you want to make an investment that you will enjoy for many years to come. Instead of choosing traditional blinds that open and close of cords, consider the benefits that come with powered blinds. Controlled with the button installed next to the blinds, you'll enjoy the convenience and the safety these blinds can offer compared to the alternatives.
Corded Blinds Can Pose a Danger to Children
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If you have a damaged windshield and the cold temperatures are starting to arrive, it's time to get the windshield fixed. Driving with a damaged windshield is always a danger, but the damages can worsen quickly in cold and freezing temperatures.
Not only does driving with a cracked windshield create safety concerns, but it can get you in other trouble. Here are just a few of the reasons your damaged windshield can't go any longer without being repaired or replaced by a professional.
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If birds are routinely flying into your windows or glass doors, you have a situation that could become dangerous quickly. This is because birds that fly into glass may cause damages. Although it may feel like "attack of the angry birds," the birds crashing into your property are likely not angry. The following are some proactive measures you can take to protect your home and family.
Change Cleaning Routine
Cleaning your windows and glass to the point that the glass is extremely transparent may result in birds flying into the glass.
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