It is with great sorrow that we note the passing of William Marvin, the founder of Marvin Windows and Doors. Mr. Marvin passed away earlier this week, at the age of 92. He leaves behind a proud legacy as the man who built Marvin Windows and Doors from a small regional business to a company that … [Read more...]
Drawing the Curtain: Saying Farewell to One of the Replacement Window Industry's Leaders
September 3, 2009 By
Replacement Windows Save Money on Energy Costs
August 27, 2009 By
Winter is coming, and that means rising energy costs. If your home has outdated, obsolete windows, they may be costing you a small fortune.It may be the right time to replace your window with the best replacement windows if the window you have are drafty and outdatde. Replacement windows are … [Read more...]
Who Should Install My Replacement Windows?
August 19, 2009 By
Replacement window installation is a major concern. Replacement window performance is, in many ways, dependent upon the quality of the installation job. This is true for every type of replacement window: whether you select vinyl replacement windows, wood replacement windows, or fiberglass … [Read more...]
When Timing Matters, Choose Replacement Windows First
August 13, 2009 By
Homeowners are faced with many choices: with a limited budget and seemingly endless repairs to be done; where do you start?For many homeowners, it's clear that the best choice for the first improvement is replacement windows. If you put the qualifying replacement windows in before Dec. 31, 2010, you … [Read more...]
How Much Do Replacement Windows Cost?
August 7, 2009 By
One of the first questions many homeowners ask when considering having replacement windows installed is "How much will it cost to replace all of the windows in my home?" It can be frustrating to learn that the answer to "How much do replacement windows cost?" is a resounding "It depends." Pricing … [Read more...]
Replacement Windows Cited as A Smart Home Maintenance Move to Make Now
July 22, 2009 By
The economy is tight, meaning that every home improvement dollar spent has to yield maximum return on investment. It's hard to imagine a home upgrade that does more to improve a home's energy efficiency, comfort, appearance, and security than replacement windows. Additionally, replacement … [Read more...]
Focus on Weatherization Makes NOW the Right Time for Replacement Windows
July 17, 2009 By
In a speech to the NAACP yesterday, President Barack Obama called for, among many other things, an increased emphasis on weatherization programs. Weatherization helps homeowners on many levels: increased energy efficiency helps reduce home heating and cooling costs, which puts more money into the … [Read more...]
Selecting Replacement Windows for Your Kitchen
July 11, 2009 By
For many families, the kitchen is the heart of the home. The kitchen is where meals are cooked, of course -- but it's more than that. The kitchen is where we gather over the morning cup of coffee; where we go to unload the groceries, where the children's artwork goes up on the refrigerator, … [Read more...]
Home Replacement Windows Help Older Homeowners Stay In Their Home
July 2, 2009 By
"I still can't believe it," Marlene DuBois said. "Normally, I have to have my fuel tank refilled three times during the winter. Last year -- the truck only had to come twice. We saved almost $1,000 -- and the only thing we changed was replacing the windows in the house. DuBois' daughter, … [Read more...]
Sizzling Summer and Soaring Energy Prices Strengthen Call For Replacement Windows
June 25, 2009 By
Can we say "HEAT WAVE"? Throughout much of the country this week, temperatures have sky-rocketed, sending the mercury soaring. Eighty degrees, ninety degrees, even one hundred degrees! Summer is here, and it's here with a vengence! At the same time, energy prices are continuing to rise. … [Read more...]