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A FEW ENERGY SAVING WINDOW MAINTENANCE TIPS IN PREPARING FOR THE WINTER
DSexteriorsAdmin • Nov 25, 2013
Greetings!
Windows are the first things you see when you enter a room.
If the curtains are open, the outside world becomes a presence in the room; if drawn, then our atmosphere is confined to inside our homes. Windows provide security, views, warmth, ventilation, and mood. The care and thought we put into the windows of our homes should reflect their importance in our lives.
Windows leak heat during the cool season, and contribute to high energy bills. A few energy-saving tips to prepare for the window include:
- When the weather turns cold, pull draperies and blinds on all windows at night.
- Windows with a northern exposure should be closed throughout the winter—even during the day.
- Uncover eastern facing windows in the morning, western facing windows in the afternoon, and southern facing windows during all daylight hours. This will allow the sunlight to warm and brighten your home.
A secured window against the winter cold is comforting. Windows provide light, ventilation, and a portal into the outside world. Maintain your windows and they’ll serve you and your family in all seasons for many years to come.
D-S Exteriors would like to wish you a very happy holiday season! However you choose to celebrate the final days of 2016, please do it thoughtfully and safely, with a peaceful New Year as your goal for 2017! Happy New Year! Dan and Steve 630-665-1849
Winter is just around the corner! Now is the time to think about heat loss issues in your home. Check your windows and doors to be sure that heat is not escaping through improperly installed or old windows and doors that need to be replaced. Call D-S Exteriors, 630-665-1849 , and speak to Dan or Steve for an honest assessment of your heat loss situation.
Time to think about insulation, even though we are in the heat of the Summer! Homeowners often think of adding insulation for the Winter months, to keep heat inside the home. But, by adding insulation as well as energy efficient windows during the Summer months, you will prevent air conditioning from escaping your home, and help to lower the ever-increasing electric bill!
Spring into action! It’s May, and time to spruce up your home. New siding or energy-efficient windows and doors can add instant curb appeal and value to your home. Don’t be a slave to upkeep and maintenance during the upcoming summer. Let us install maintenance-free siding and windows on your home. Give D-S Exteriors a call – 630-665-1849 .
The beginning of our Winter season was unusually mild, and hopefully you were able to complete your outside home maintenance. Winter has definitely arrived, and here are a few tips to keep things warm and safe in your home. — Heating System — Set your heat to no lower than 55 degrees. The temperature inside the walls where the pipes are located is colder than the living areas inside your home. — Open the doors to unused rooms in your home to keep an even temperature throughout your home. — Insulation – Add some extra insulation in your attic to prevent ice dams. If too much heat escapes into the attic, it can warm the ice and snow on the roof. When it refreezes, it can cause an ice dam, which can lead to water damage inside your home. – Add weather stripping around doors and caulk windows to prevent heat escape. — Water – Learn how to shut off your water in case your pipes freeze; this may help to prevent water damage. Most of all, enjoy the Winter season — escape to Florida!
Do you get the “Winter Blues”? Brighten up your home with new, energy efficient siding! Get “in the pink” by adding new insulation with your siding. Call Dan or Steve, D-S Exteriors, 630-665-1849 , to help with all your exterior home concerns.
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