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Frequently Asked Questions – Windows
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Q: Are your windows
easy to clean?
A: Our windows are made of maintenance
free vinyl and easily wipe clean with soapy water. The glass panes
either tilt in or lift out for easy cleaning. |
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Q: How long has your
window company been in business?
A: Our company has been serving
homeowners since 1979 and have installed over 750,000 windows, doors,
and siding throughout the Ohio market. |
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Q: How do your windows
compare in pricing to national brands?
A: We offer a wide variety of
prices and styles of windows to fit virtually any budget. |
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Q: What brand(s) of
windows do you sell?
A: We sell a broad line of windows
from Alside, Polaris, and Sunrise. All of these companies provide
high quality and excellent service with the products they manufacturer. |
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Q: Can your company
help me if I only want to do a few windows at a time?
A: Sure – we’re willing
to do any number of windows that you need. |
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Q: What is better…wood
or vinyl windows?
A: While both wood and vinyl
are good insulators, vinyl is the better choice for a high-energy
window because it will not rot, swell, split and is not impacted
by the weather conditions like a wood window. |
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Q: I noticed condensation
on the exterior of my windows. Is this normal?
A: Yes, under the right conditions,
exterior moisture may form for a short period on the outside of a
glass unit. This wipeable moisture is simply dew, the same dampness
found on your lawn, siding, cars, etc.
This phenomenon is quite common with better insulated windows. The
new windows are so efficient that they do not allow the warmer inside
temperature to escape to the outside. Therefore the outer pane of glass
stays colder, and the moisture in the air collects on this colder surface.
This is short-lived annoyance will disappear as soon as the exterior
temperature rises and warms up the exterior piece of glass. |
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Q: How does your warranty
compare to other companies?
A: Our warranty is among the
best in the industry. Since our warranty is transferable it allows
the original homeowner (and any subsequent owners) complete coverage
for as long as they own their home. Coverage includes all parts and
components of the window. |
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Q: Are your windows
available with energy efficient glass?
A: Yes. We have several lines
of windows with Low-E glass, Argon filled glass, and Krypton glass
as well. Talk to our window consultant to explore which option might
be best for your project. |
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Q: Are your windows
ENERGY STAR® approved?
A: Yes – we provide windows
with the Energy Star approvals. |
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Frequently Asked Questions – Vinyl
Siding
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Q: Do I ever have to
paint my siding again?
A: No! Vinyl siding is virtually
maintenance free. The most you ever have to do is give your home
a wash down with soap and water once or twice a year. |
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Q: How much does it
cost to side a home?
A: Because we offer numerous
styles of siding to fit any need and budget, and because every home
and siding job is unique, there is no way to answer this question.
The best thing to do is invite us to your home so we can measure
the project, discuss the options you want, and provide you with a
detailed estimate. |
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Q: Can I install siding
myself?
A: Installing siding is not a
simple "do it yourself job" and is better left to siding
installation professionals who have the necessary skills and equipment
to do the job right the first time. |
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Q: Do insulated siding
panels really work?
A:When properly installed, the
R-value of exterior walls increases by as much as 22 percent providing
a dramatic enhancement in thermal control, energy efficiency and
lower heating and cooling costs. |
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Q: How long does a siding
job usually take? What are the steps in a siding project?
A:If you've ever painted, you
know that the bulk of your time is spent preparing the surface and
doing the trim. It's like that with vinyl siding installations, too.
The most basic steps in a siding project are provided below.
Preparing the Surface -
In most cases, we will put
an insulating board over the existing siding. This substrate provides
insulation and a smooth surface for installing your vinyl siding.
Installing the Trim -
Next come the corner posts, window and door
surrounds, crown molding and other trim elements. With these in place,
we will install a starter strip which serves as a "hook" for
the siding.
Installing the Siding -
At this point, we begin to install the siding
panels, working upwards from the bottom of each wall.
While most jobs take about a week to complete, you should check with
us about specifics for your project. The time required will depend
on the size and condition of your home, as well as the amount of
detailing to be done. |
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Q: What exterior design
options do I have with vinyl siding?
A:Vinyl siding is one of the
most versatile exterior design products you can work with. Our broad
selection lets you choose among a wide variety of design options,
including horizontal and vertical siding; traditional clapboard and
authentically detailed "shaped" sidings; wide and narrow
panel exposures; smooth, subtle and deep wood grain textures; plus
a wide assortment of traditional and contemporary colors. |
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Q: What accessories
and trim are available?
A:When you design the exterior
of your home, you should think about more than just siding. You'll
need trim for windows and doors, and at the inside and outside corners.
You also may need soffit to finish the underside of eaves, or for
a porch ceiling or entry overhang.
We offer a complete range of easy-care accessory and trim options.
Standard trim lets you merge siding and trim pieces to create a balanced,
uniform, look. |
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