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A San Diego Replacement Window Expert’s Opinion on Milgard Windows

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If you’ve done any research at all on replacement windows for your San Diego home, the name Milgard has probably come up. You may have even heard of Milgard windows before you started thinking about replacing your windows. In fact, since the company has been around since 1958, the windows currently in your house that you are thinking of replacing may be Milgard windows. Milgard got its start making aluminum framed windows. They still make them to this day, although they are mostly used in … [Read more...]

Simonton vs. Anlin: Which Brand is the Best Choice for San Diego Homeowners?

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Those of us in the replacement window industry often get asked what window brand they recommend. There are so many products on the market, and it can be overwhelming for consumers, so we understand why we get this question a lot. In this article, I wanted to compare two replacement window brands (Simonton and Anlin) that are popular with San Diego homeowners to help bring some clarity. Before we get started with the comparison, there are a few things to know. First of all, both companies … [Read more...]

Is Spending Your Tax Return on Replacement Windows a Wise Investment in Your San Diego Home?

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You are getting a tax return this year. Congratulations! Now for the fun part—deciding how to spend what can feel like a windfall (even though it’s really just the government giving you back your own money). Regardless, a tax return is a great opportunity to spend some money on projects that will help increase your home’s value or make your home life more enjoyable. Replacement windows and patio doors may not seem like the most exciting option for spending your tax return, but it can … [Read more...]

6 Tips to Beautify Your Rental Property in San Diego

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If you’re having trouble renting your apartment, you might want to think about freshening it up. Apartments that have a good location in San Diego only need a cozy and chic appearance to be absolutely desirable. Here are some ideas in which you can invest to make your apartment rent on its own, without you having to do much. Choose the Right Wallpaper When in doubt, you can always go with white. But, if you really wish to make your apartment more rentable, you need to give it a more … [Read more...]

The Benefits of Garden Windows for San Diego Homes

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San Diego homeowners, especially those living in what many refer to as "cookie cutter" tract homes, are always looking for ways to add interest to their homes--something that will help make a home feel special and stand out in a neighborhood. One way homeowners can help make a home more unique is by installing specialty windows, and one of the more popular options is garden windows. Garden windows are a type of specialty window that projects outward from the wall similar to a bay window. … [Read more...]

Custom Kitchen Cabinets: Should You Go with Home Depot or an Independent Cabinet Shop in San Diego?

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As a San Diego homeowner, you are likely always looking for ways to improve your living space—to make it more functional, more beautiful, or just more to your liking. One of the home improvement projects that can have the biggest impact on a home is a kitchen remodel. In this previous article, we outlined some of the options for kitchen remodels, including ready-made kitchen cabinets, semi-custom kitchen cabinets, and fully custom cabinets. We wanted to delve a little more deeply into the world … [Read more...]

Common Patio Door Options for San Diego Homeowners

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What do all San Diego homeowners have in common? They all are able to enjoy the year-round great weather that comes with living in San Diego! This great weather is one of the reasons so many homes in San Diego have patio doors. You can open them up almost any day of the year and allow fresh air into your home. Or you can, in effect, extend the square footage of your home by opening up your home to an outdoor living area like a patio or balcony. Many homes in San Diego were originally built … [Read more...]

How to Use Paint to Help Sell Your San Diego Home

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The San Diego real estate market has been hot for several years now. A home seller who puts their house on the market with even a remotely reasonable price tag can expect to receive multiple offers in a matter of a day or two. Out of desperation, prospective buyers have been putting in offers and getting into bidding wars on houses in all types of conditions. But this won’t always be the case and some real estate experts are predicting that the market will start to turn in the buyer’s favor … [Read more...]

Milgard Windows and Doors: Why So Popular in San Diego, Despite Inconsistent Reviews?

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Milgard is one of the larger replacement window manufacturers in the country and popular with many San Diego homeowners and home builders in the area. Many San Diego homeowners ask for them by name. But if you do a quick search for Milgard window reviews, you might find some surprising results for a replacement window brand that is so popular. Of course, consumer reviews are anecdotal, and the experience of one customer may not be representative of the customer experience as a whole, but when … [Read more...]

Secure the Weakest Entry into Your San Diego Home

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In 2015, the San Diego Sheriffs Department reported that over 1,400 residential burglaries took place in our local communities, and most home security experts agree that the majority of home break-ins occur at the front and rear entrances of homes. For a large majority of San Diego homes, that rear entrance is typically a sliding patio door, which poses no real deterrent for experienced criminals to force open. Sliding patio doors are great for visibility to outdoor spaces—they maximize … [Read more...]