Posts Tagged ‘patio doors’

My kitchen sliding door is hard to open and close. It’s a builder grade vinyl door. What are replacement options? Matt

Matt, first off, let me tell you that the reason you are having problems with your patio door is because it’s vinyl. Problem with vinyl is that it just doesn’t hold up. Think about it: you wouldn’t climb a vinyl ladder! You wouldn’t cross a vinyl bridge! You really got to think twice about installing [...]

Andersen Sustainable Replacement Windows Earn Certification For Recycled Materials

recycledwindow1“Going green” is the big thing in business these days. You probably see a lot of products with labels like “”all natural” or “green.” If you’re skeptical of those claims, you’re smart. A lot of all natural foods, for example, are still heavily processed and contain ingredients unhealthy for us.

That’s what makes Andersen Window’s recent move to have their environmental claims certified by a leading, independent organization all the more amazing.

How To Get Your Energy Tax Credit For New Windows And Doors

Click here to see the tax credit video. Customers have been asking a lot of questions about the new energy tax credit for home improvements. The federal government is giving big tax incentives for replacing windows and doors to save energy.

I made this quick video to answer some of the questions:

Patio Doors: French Doors Versus Sliding Glass Doors

Question:
Hi, I hope you can you help us with something.

Myself and my wife just bought our first house. The living room has two sliding doors (patio doors). They’re pretty beat up and we want to replace them. We’re thinking about using French doors instead, but we’re not sure of the pros and cons. Stuff like energy efficiency, maintenance, security etc.

Tips On Good Patio Door Locks

Question:
Do you know any reliable after market locks for sliding patio doors? I’m not talking about those bars you put in the tracks, but an actual lock (like on a real door) you can use to secure it. Thanks.

Answer:

The best lock for a sliding patio door is…

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Here’s your chance to ask Mr. Rogers your home improvement and replacement windows questions.  … Tags: 2009 Tax Credit, Air Quality, diy questions, energy tax credit, energy tax windows, French Doors, Home Improvement, patio doors, Remodeling, Renewal by Andersen, replacement windows