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Why Are My Windows Foggy Between the Panes?
You wipe the glass and the haze stays. That is the frustrating part, and it is also the diagnosis: if cleaning both sides does nothing, the moisture is sealed inside the window, not sitting on it. Here is what...
What To Expect On Window Installation Day
A replacement window is built to the opening it goes into, not pulled off a shelf, so most of the work happens before anyone shows up with tools. The consultation sets the size and the style, a custom unit typically...
Types of Skylights: How to Choose the Right One for Your Home
The different types of skylights are easier to sort than they first look. You are answering three separate questions, not picking one item off a long list. Skylights Sort Three Different Ways Every skylight can...
How Often Should You Paint Your House in Georgia's Climate?
So, How Often Should You Paint Your House? Most exterior paint jobs last five to ten years. Where your home lands in that range depends on your siding material, how well the last job was prepped, and your local...
When to Replace Skylights During a Roof Replacement
A skylight that has never leaked can start leaking a few weeks after a new roof goes on. Stripping old shingles means prying up the flashing that seals the skylight to the roof deck, and twenty-year-old flashing...
Hardie Board vs. Vinyl Siding: Which Is Right for Your Georgia Home?
What Hardie Board and Vinyl Siding Are Vinyl siding is made from PVC plastic formed into panels. It is the most common siding in the country, largely because it is affordable and easy to maintain. It comes in a...
Signs Your Windows Are Rotting From the Inside Out (And How to Fix Wood Rot)
Wood windows have a lot going for them. They look warm, they insulate well, and in an older North Atlanta home, they often match the character of the place. What they do not love is water. Give moisture enough time...
8 Signs You Need New Windows in Your Georgia Home
How Long Do Windows Last? Most quality windows last 20 years or more when they are installed correctly and reasonably maintained. Vinyl typically runs 20 to 25 years. Wood can stretch past 30 if it stays sealed...
Can You Paint Vinyl Siding? What Every Homeowner Should Know
Can You Paint Vinyl Siding? Yes, vinyl siding can be painted. Done correctly, a fresh coat can give your home a whole new look for far less than tearing off and replacing the siding. Painting vinyl siding is a...