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How to Turn an Old San Diego House into a Stylish Place

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Old houses have their own unique aesthetic appeal and charm. On top of that, with the right décor solutions they can be turned into chic homes where rustic and contemporary elements fuse to create a unique design. In order to help you transform your dull and lifeless old home into a true oasis of style, we have singled out our top tips and tricks for you to follow. Let’s take a look and get inspired. 1. Refurbish the cabinetry First things first, cabinetry in the kitchen and bathroom tell a … [Read more...]

Anlin Window Reviews: What San Diego Consumers are Saying About Anlin Replacement Windows and Doors

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Anlin Window Systems is a small-but-growing replacement window company headquartered in California. They’ve been around since the 1990s, but their name hasn’t yet become a household name, likely because their products are not available in San Diego’s big box stores—only from authorized dealers. Those in the construction and replacement window industries in San Diego tend to be more familiar with Anlin products, however. In Anlin’s 25+ years in business, they have garnered quite the reputation … [Read more...]

Interior Design Trends That Will Dominate in 2019

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As this year is coming to an end, we cannot but wonder what the next one is holding in store for our homes. And there’s no doubt that we’re about to see some of the most inspiring interior design trends that we’ll soon be welcoming into our homes. Of course, we can expect both new and exciting trends and old, yet enchanting looks, but one thing is sure – they are all infinitely charming and stylish. Making Room for Terrazzo Terrazzo is coming with a bang, taking center stage in 2019 homes. Not … [Read more...]

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...]