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The arrival of spring's gentle breezes is the perfect time to swap out the heavy glass inserts in your storm door for something cooler. You may think that this task would be difficult and...
Storm doors are used to protect the entrance doors of a home from wind, rain and other exterior elements. These doors are installed on the exterior side of the entrance doors and are typically...
A storm window is characterized as a window that is mounted inside or outside of a main glass window of a house. It improves the thermal efficiency of the existing window and can be made of glass,...
Often a storm window can seem like it's cemented in place, especially after sitting in an exposed location for six months of wintry conditions. The caulking, though soft and pliable when first...
Before the invention of double-paned windows, just about every home east of the Mississippi had interior storm windows. Some homeowners left them installed year-round, but most went through the...
Storm doors take a beating--yours may have scratches and wear that could easily be touched up with a little paint. In order to accomplish this, you'll want to remove the inside storm door handle...
Storm doors protect exterior doors from the elements, preserving their appearance and lifespan. They can also offer ventilation and light to the home as well as an extra bit of insulation. In the...
If you have old windows in your home, storm windows are an inexpensive way to improve your home's energy efficiency. Properly installed storm windows reduce the circulation of the air in and out...
Nothing is quite as jarring as a storm door slam. Who hasn't been irritated by a storm door closing too slow? These problems generally have a common source: a broken storm door closer. Before you...
Storm doors provide extra insulation and a great view of the outdoors. When they work correctly, they are a pleasure. But what do you do when they no longer work like they should? The easy...
Storm doors are a second additional door that are installed within the door frames of exterior openings at a house or apartment building. They operate in the same way as a conventional door, but...
Closing windows for the winter means you're officially saying "good-bye" to the warm summer months. Preparing your windows for the cold is one of the most important parts of winterizing your home....
Aluminum accordion storm shutters can withstand hurricane force winds. Nothing could be worse than waiting for an approaching storm only to find out that the tracks or locking mechanism will not...
Probably installed, storm windows help make our homes well insulated, keeping energy costs lower, and protect against wind and rain. They eventually will need to be replaced. Checking storm...
Condensation on your sealed storm windows is a sign of air leaking into the storm window. Air could be entering the window from cracks around the edges of the window or from exposed insulation....
Interior storm windows are a wise investment to cut down on home energy consumption as well as protect your home from wind and rain. Storm windows can be used to cover the window casement or...
If the windows in your home have a tendency to leak or are drafty, you might weight the prospect of replacing the window entirely or installing a storm window. A storm window is a multi-layered...
Storm doors are a great addition to any exterior door. You can open a storm door to let fresh air in the house. While closed, a storm door aids in preventing drafts from coming into the house. If...
The swinging action on a storm door is dual purposed. The storm door spring is attached at the top of the door to permit the door to reach a certain degree of pivot. It then stops the door from...
The storm door handle is obviously responsible for opening and closing the door. If the handle is broken, you'll need to replace it. If the storm door is not properly latching, however, then the...
If you live in an area with a heavy rainy season, then you are probably aware that properly closing storm windows is an essential part of keeping your home in good condition. While closing storm...
The Pella storm door comes with interchangeable windows and screens. The process for replacing a window is essentially the same as installing a screen and can be done without removing the door...
Lexan window storm protection covering is long lasting. This material protects against high-force winds and flying debris. The light product has a design three to four times stronger than plywood....
Aluminum storm windows and doors provide insulation from heat and cold and can save energy and money. There are various sizes and types depending on the structure of the window and age of home....
Storm door windows and screens get a lot of wear. It's important to replace them as soon as there is sufficient wear to cause a loss of energy and to help you prevent elevated utility bills. They...
Window glass repair is not difficult provided you work safely and carefully. What follows are some guidelines to help you make a window glass repair on some of the more common types of aluminum...
Self-storing storm/screen windows will give you years of useful service with minimal maintenance, keeping your home insulated in cold weather and breezy when it's hot. The few repairs you may need...
Insulation can save a lot of money on your heating bills, but you can still lose heat through an old, poorly fitting, or leaky storm door. Here's how to complete your insulation project.