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  Regarding casement vs double-hung windows, longevity is a key consideration. Both types have their unique characteristics and advantages, and as it turns out, both are equally long-lived. Choosing between the two comes down to the style of your home.   Exploring longevity and benefits of casements vs double-hung windows   Forest City Windows & Doors…

Let’s look at whether it’s worth replacing older windows. Windows are an essential part of any home that allows natural light to enter the house, provide ventilation, and protection from the elements. However, like all things, windows age and can become less efficient over time. If you have windows that are over a decade old, it…

How does window maintenance help my older windows last longer? Practical window maintenance makes your older windows last longer and more energy efficient so you can enjoy sitting beside your windows without your fan in the summer or blankets in the winter.   If you have recently purchased an older home, you’ll understandably be wary of…

Poor window installation leads to many issues. Inexperienced or poorly trained installers can leave you with the consequences of air leaks and poor operation. Let’s look at some possible outcomes of incorrectly installed windows.   Windows are a significant investment. In almost every instance, new windows are a positive upgrade. Read our article, Are Replacement Windows…

Unless you’ve purchased a new home or one with recent window renovations, that question will one day enter your thoughts. Let’s look at the top three reasons to replace all your windows at once and the top three reasons to replace a few windows for now. Either way, you’re enhancing your life.  When choosing replacement windows…

Finding a great window company can be tricky. Three things you can check will help you choose: the online reviews using a critical eye, the number of years a company has been in business under the same ownership, and whether their products are in line with your budget and aesthetics.  These three basic premises allow you…

Sometimes the home you have just purchased has older windows in it, and you’re not sure if they might still be effective. So, how can you tell when you should replace the windows? It is much easier to answer this question during the cold drafts of wintertime, but there are other signs.   Manufacturing advances mean…

Now that you’ve made the big decision to look into window replacement, you may wonder whether there is a better or worse time of year to install them. A good time to replace windows is in the winter (really!). However, what are the timelines for ordering windows and doors in London Ontario? No matter the season,…