I hope you enjoyed the holidays and had some quality rest and relaxation. I know I did. I also spent some time contemplating my new year resolutions. My wife would probably classify the effort as more like planning my new year home projects, and she is probably more accurate...]]> http://homeimprovement.howto-articles.com/2009/05/13/home-improvement-projects-for-the-new-year/ For the past few weeks, I have been explaining how to repair a broken window pane in your home. But, what if you have dual pane windows? Is the process the same? Well, pretty much, except for a couple of variations. So, let's review the single pane repair process, and I will point out the differ...]]> http://homeimprovement.howto-articles.com/2009/05/10/dual-pane-window-glass-repair/ Windows are the eyes of a home. From inside, you see the outside world through them. It has been said that the eyes are the windows to the soul. For a home, you can gain a sense of its character by examining its windows.

Windows are the primary source of natural light for a room, but they a...]]> http://homeimprovement.howto-articles.com/2009/05/04/planning-your-replacement-windows-installation/ Many homeowners are hesitant to go with double glazed windows as they are unsure what the benefits are and why they should pay extra for them. However, doubled glazed windows have a number of advantages over single paned windows, and are amongst the more popular "home makeovers" available to a ...]]> http://homeimprovement.howto-articles.com/2009/05/01/double-glazed-windows-the-benefits/ In our past articles I talked about all the steps required to properly replace your old wood sash windows with energy efficient vinyl windows. I told you how to measure for the new windows. Then we discussed the removal of the wood sashes and parting bead. Finally, I told you how to install, seal...]]> http://homeimprovement.howto-articles.com/2009/04/28/replacing-aluminum-frame-single-pane-windows/ Every year, usually in January, we (Builders Architectural - a top Chicago-based window contractor) receive phone calls from customers who complain of sudden condensation on their windows.

This condensation can be surprising because of its sudden onset and large volume. Condensation is wide...]]> http://homeimprovement.howto-articles.com/2009/04/25/suddenly-condensation/ With the price of gas and electricity on a seemingly endless series of climbs, now is a good time to take a look around your home and see where you can make some energy savings.

Over 20% of the heat lost from your home goes straight out of the roof, so it's important that you have the atti...]]> http://homeimprovement.howto-articles.com/2009/04/22/save-energy-and-money-this-winter-improve-your-home-with-double-glazing-and-insulation/ The smiling friendly salesman comes out to give you an estimate...and yes, that is a diamond inset into his front tooth. It really sparkles when he smiles.

And he still smiles-even after he hands you your estimate and you are choking and gagging at the estimate-$20.000 dollars...for windows...]]> http://homeimprovement.howto-articles.com/2009/04/19/the-window-salesman/ Whether you need heat in winter or air conditioning in summer, you run the risk of throwing away money on utilities. You need not do this by making painless home improvements.

Home Improvements - Get Your Envelope In Order

Your house is an enclosed structure designed to keep rain, col...]]> http://homeimprovement.howto-articles.com/2009/04/16/home-improvements-get-your-envelope-in-order/ Rights of light - What a minefield this topic is when developing or extending a property. This is potentially one of the most subjective Planning issues their is. Most Planning Departments will have guidance but I guarantee it will be specific in parts & definitely woolly or non specific in other...]]> http://homeimprovement.howto-articles.com/2009/04/10/planning-permission-tips-uk-rights-of-light-to-adjoining-neighbours-windows-what-you-should-know/ Storm windows come in a variety of styles and colors to match most home applications. Triple track, combination windows and screen storm windows are designed for installation over double hung windows.

Style variations include sliding window, double-hung, half-screen, and full-screen and...]]> http://homeimprovement.howto-articles.com/2009/04/04/the-cost-of-replacement-storm-windows/ Are you thinking about taking on a good do-it-yourself home improvement project? With some simple tools and a few tips from a professional installer, you can take on the job of installing your own vinyl replacement windows.

Advantages

The newer vinyl replacement windows have many bene...]]> http://homeimprovement.howto-articles.com/2009/04/01/replacement-window-installer-shares-secrets/ Does your utility bill leave you in tears? Does your family walk around wearing all their clothes so you can avoid cranking up the heater and wiping out your bank account? Those beautiful windows are killing you.

Hate Paying Taxes?

Do you hate paying taxes? Everyone does. At least you...]]> http://homeimprovement.howto-articles.com/2009/03/29/windows-and-killer-utility-bills/ You can hardly have missed the devastating hurricanes that have been experienced in the last few years. It is a fact that certain locations are more prone to hurricane activity than others and that the force of these seems to be on the increase. If you own property in one of these areas, it is cr...]]> http://homeimprovement.howto-articles.com/2009/03/23/hurricane-shutters-can-save-your-home/ Whenever I write an article, it's usually tailored to the do-it-yourself homeowner to help them save some money on the high cost of labor these days. This article is for the "not so handy" homeowner who wants to have new vinyl windows installed in their home. So, where do you begin? Well, the ...]]> http://homeimprovement.howto-articles.com/2009/03/20/choosing-a-vinyl-replacement-window-contractor/