2012 Hurricane Forecast and Home Preparedness

By Robert Robillard

2012 Hurricane Forecast: Homeowners Should Prepare for Eight Named Tropical Storms According to the Weather Research Center, Tropical Storm Helen should be the eighth and final named storm of the 2012 Hurricane Season.  Five of those named tropical storms — including Alberto, Beryl, Chris, Debby, Ernesto, Florence, Gordon and Helene — are predicted to intensify…

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Replacing Your Windows

By Robert Robillard

Remodeling Payback With Windows COLUMBUS, OHIO – Even during these belt-tightening economic times, homeowners are adding value to their homes by continuing to invest in remodeling projects. And, according to the Remodeling 2011–12 Cost vs. Value Report (www.costvsvalue.com), the replacement of older, inefficient windows with upscale vinyl replacement windows is one of the ten most…

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Understanding Condensation in Your Home

By Robert Robillard

  Window Condensation What do houseplants, a boiling pot of pasta and your shower all have in common? They all add moisture to your home’s interior. And, while some humidity in the home is good, excessive moisture can be uncomfortable. “We often get calls from homeowners who are concerned that their windows are ‘sweating’ or…

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Hurricane Preparation

By Robert Robillard

Are You Prepared For A Hurricane? Batten down the hatches — plus the windows, the doors and the roof — Hurricane Season 2011 isn’t done with us yet!  Let’s talk hurricane preparation. As many East Coast residents discovered over the long, slow path of Hurricane Irene this past weekend, peace-of-mind comes when you invest in…

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Simonton StormBreaker Plus® Windows Reduce External Noise

By Robert Robillard

Live on a busy street?   Near an airport? Or just prefer your castle to be a quiet and tranquil sanctuary? You can now choose windows for your home  that reduce the transmittance of sounds into the home by more than 50 percent Impact-resistant Simonton StormBreaker Plus® windows and doors, typically installed in homes in geographic areas that…

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Understanding Condensation on Windows

By Robert Robillard

Condensation On Windows: Can you draw hearts and smiley faces with your fingers in the condensation on the inside of your windows? If so, don’t blame your windows. High humidity in the home often causes “sweating” on windows. Condensation is a natural occurrence on all surfaces in the home caused by excess humidity in the…

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Window Safety Tips

By Robert Robillard

Window Safety Tips ~ Home Safety Tips How often should family fire drills be held? What type of glass should you have in windows to help prevent noise penetration and discourage intruders? Window Safety Tips: Practice safety drills regularly. Small children tend to “hide” from fire, so make sure children are familiar with escape routes…

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