Many homeowners appreciate the comfort and privacy that window treatments like room-darkening blinds, tints, and other light-blocking options provide. However, some choices can unintentionally cause damage to your windows, especially when treatments are installed too close to the glass. When the sun shines directly on the window, this can lead to issues like overheating, warping of vinyl window frames, or even cracked glass due to trapped heat buildup.
In this blog, we’ll break down how improper use of window treatments can cause expensive damage to your windows and how upgrading to Dayside advanced Low-E glass windows can help protect your home.
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Interior condensation on windows and doors is a common issue in airtight, energy-efficient homes, particularly in homes with high-quality PVC windows like those from Dayside Windows & Doors. Homeowners may notice condensation more often on new windows compared to older, draftier models. Although condensation can be frustrating, it is essential to understand its causes and learn how to manage it. This guide will help homeowners reduce condensation and explore solutions for persistent issues.
As a Brantford homeowner, you likely have a never-ending list of improvements you’d like to make to your home. Certain types of projects – like new windows – offer many benefits while also stretching your investment dollar. Below are six reasons why replacing your windows should be one of the top priorities you complete as a Brantford homeowner.
Installing new windows is one of the best investments you can make in your home. They typically offer better energy efficiency, reduce heating and cooling costs, and are more aesthetically appealing – especially in older homes. So when you decide to install new windows, you want to ensure it’s done right.
But after completing a quick search on Google, you’re provided with an overwhelming number of window installers. To help you decide which window installer to choose, we’ve put together the following checklist. Getting new windows can be a big investment for Ontario homeowners. Without first getting a quote, it is very hard to know exactly how much of an investment it will be. That’s because every home is different, and replacement windows are made-to-order according to your custom specifications. At Dayside Windows and Doors, we offer free, no-obligation, in-home estimates. A member of our team will go to your home, take measurements and ask you about the type of windows you would like before ever quoting you a price.
While we won’t be able to tell you how much your specific home window replacement cost is going to be before meeting with you, we can explain some of the factors that go into determining the price. Our crews arrive early and on time.
For GTA projects, crews usually arrive at your home between 8-9 am. Most installations are completed on the same day or, within two days for larger projects. Occasionally we will schedule multiple crews to the same project to minimize the duration of the renovation period for our clients. Large multiplex projects require more time. You will know it is us, by our uniformly marked trucks that you see driving all over town! Our crew will ask for permission before they pull into your driveway. Lubricating the operating components for windows.We recommend using a silicone spray on the operating components of your windows. On casement windows this would include the operating arms, handles, rubber seals and screws. This will prevent then from rusting, ice buildup or tearing of the rubber seals.
On sliders we recommend that all tracks be free of dirt and grit. Awning windows should be treated the same as casement windows ensuring all operating components are lubricated. Why Should I Worry About Moisture Problems?Moisture problems in Canadian housing are detrimental to our health and to the durability and resale value of our homes. This fact sheet shows you how to solve moisture problems, improve energy efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions that contribute to climate change.
With snow’s early arrival in Southern Ontario this year, many of us were left scrambling to get our homes winterized. Some tasks – such as removing your home’s window screens – may have been skipped due to lack of time.
Here’s why it’s important that you remove your window screens for the winter. If you have never had to replace windows before, it can be a little worrisome knowing that your home is going to be exposed to the outdoors for an indefinite period of time. Knowing what to expect when you replace your windows and what you can do to expedite the process can relieve much of this anxiety.
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