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Fallbrook Pest Control Company Sets Itself Apart in a Highly Competitive Market

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Homeowners in the Fallbrook area have a lot of pests to contend with—everything from ants to spiders to garden pests. Almost every homeowner in the city has a pest control company on speed dial on their phones for the inevitable pest emergency that comes up. Because there is such a demand for pest control companies in Fallbrook, there is also a lot of competition. A quick Google search for “pest control company Fallbrook” will give you multiple results that include large, national pest … [Read more...]

How Many Panes of Glass is Enough for Replacement Windows in San Diego?

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Not too long ago, there was basically one option when it came to windows for your home—single pane windows. Now, you can get single pane, double pane, and even triple and quadruple pane windows for your San Diego home. But do you really need three or more panes of glass for maximum energy efficiency? Well, that question is a bit more complicated than it seems on the surface. Read on, and we’ll try to take some of the confusion out of shopping for energy efficient windows in San Diego. Single … [Read more...]

Milgard Windows: Are they a Good Choice for San Diego Homes?

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Milgard is one of the biggest names in vinyl replacement windows. It is a company that has been around for more than 50 years, and their products can be found in homes throughout the country. Milgard is known for producing their own glass units, vinyl components, and fiberglass frames in order to control quality, and they offer a Full Lifetime Warranty on all of their windows and patio doors. In 2001, Milgard was purchased by Masco Corporation, a large manufacturer of home improvement products … [Read more...]

Builder Grade Windows for San Diego: What Are They and Should You Replace Yours?

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If you’ve owned your San Diego home for any amount of time and done any improvements to it, you’ve likely heard the term “builder grade” used in reference to home improvement products. You might not have stopped to think about, or ask about, what this term really means. It isn’t uncommon for homeowners to think of “builder grade” products as “builder’s choice” products—as in, the preferred products of builders. This is only true in the sense that builder grade products are more likely to be … [Read more...]

How to Void Your San Diego Replacement Window Warranty

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Almost any replacement window product you purchase will come with a warranty. The coverage of that warranty can range from as little as one or two years to as long as a lifetime (or two). But just like any other document written by a team of lawyers, warranties include lots of “fine print.” The fine print in window warranties usually includes multiple items that will limit or completely nullify the warranty’s coverage. Here are some of the most common ways to render your replacement window … [Read more...]

Condensation on Your Windows: Is it a Problem?

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One of the reasons people first start thinking about replacing the windows in their San Diego homes is because they see condensation forming either on the interior or the exterior surface of a window. They assume that if they see condensation forming, there is a problem with their windows. However, this may not necessarily be the case. What Causes Condensation on Windows? First of all, it’s important to know what causes condensation to appear on glass surfaces in the first place. Basically, … [Read more...]

Choosing a San Diego Replacement Window Company Based on Customer Reviews

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A quick online search for replacement window and door companies in San Diego can produce an overwhelming amount of options—everything from independent, local replacement window dealers, to large national companies, to big box home improvement stores, to general contractors. As you visit their websites, many seem to make the same promises: energy-efficient windows and doors at affordable prices. So how do you choose? One way is to narrow down your choices based on customer reviews. Reviews … [Read more...]

Think All Replacement Windows Sold in San Diego Have Similar Warranties? Think Again.

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A replacement window warranty is kind of like most documents written in fine print—you don’t actually read it until you have to. That time may come when something goes wrong with your windows, like a leak or a window that no longer opens and closes as it should. You’ll then dig through your files or go online to see if your windows are still covered by the manufacturer’s warranty. Every replacement window company has some sort of warranty on their windows. Some only cover windows from defects … [Read more...]

Financing Your Replacement Windows: Tips for San Diego Homeowners

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Replacement windows can be a significant home improvement project, especially if you have a house with a lot of windows and a patio door or two. Replacing your home’s windows and doors is definitely a wise investment in your home, but you still may be struggling to come up with the money for the project. Fortunately for San Diego homeowners, there are multiple options for funding your replacement windows and doors that don’t involve putting the entire project on a high-interest credit … [Read more...]

New Design Center Tool is a Game-Changer for San Diego Replacement Window Shoppers

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Replacement window brochures and sales materials are full of beautiful pictures featuring windows installed in gorgeous custom homes. The homes are often large, well-lit, architectural masterpieces. It may be difficult for you to picture those same windows in your own home, especially if it’s a standard tract home or a condominium, or if the style of your home doesn’t resemble any of the homes pictured in the brochures. Fortunately for replacement window shoppers, a new tool is available that … [Read more...]