Windows are one of the durable home assets, and definitely one of the most important. When a homeowner has new windows installed, chances are they’ll keep this windows for well over a decade. Considering the daily beating windows take from constant usage and intense weather, windows definitely have an expiration…but when is it?
If you were in the market for a new door a couple decades ago, your options were extremely limited. And if you go back even a few years before that, you only had one option, and that was wood. Things have changed for the better in the 21st century, thank goodness! There are plenty of Continue reading »
Replacing the front door of your home is arguably the most valuable >(yet expensive) home improvement project. Not only is the main entry door of your home the main focal point of the structure, it’s also the most frequently used part of your home, making it more susceptible to wear and tear. For these reasons, Continue reading »
Floridians live in the Sunshine State for a million reasons, but they almost always come become of the year-round sun. Unfortunately, it can be pretty exhausting and bad for your healthy to sit in the sun for hours, both in the summer and winter. Homes that have sunrooms allow for the sun worshippers out to Continue reading »
The process of purchasing a home can be stressful, drawn out and tiring. It’s one of the biggest decisions and purchases most people will ever make, so it’s important to make sure you’re investing your money wisely. A lot of importance is placed on home inspections in the buying process and for a good reason. Continue reading »
Windows might seem like a simple concept to an everyday observer, but there’s so much that goes into their construction and maintenance you’d never even guess! If you’re in the market for a window repair or replacement, some terms might get thrown around that you don’t fully know the meaning of. Do you know the Continue reading »
There are plenty of aspects of your home (and nature) that contribute to your house’s energy efficiency. There are so many facets of the exterior of your home that affect the efficiency, including the siding, the windows, the doors and roof. When one of these structures begins to fail, it drags down the efficiency of Continue reading »
The storm door is incredibly overlooked, while it’s value is impressive. Storm doors are great for a variety of uses, and the price tag comes in pretty low. If that’s the case, then why don’t all homes take advantage of storm doors? Our team at American Window Products works with homeowners all the time to Continue reading »
If you’ve started to notice moisture building up between your double paned windows, being proactive to fix the problem is an absolute must. Window fogging is common pretty much everywhere, but especially in humid environments like Jacksonville. Understanding why the moisture build-up is there can help you get to the root of the problem, and Continue reading »
The holidays are all about spending time with family, getting a few days off work and eating just a little too much. But hey, there’s one more thing that happens around the holidays that isn’t as glamorous, and that’s home improvement projects! Whether you’re patching the roof or replacing some outdated windows, it’s likely that Continue reading »