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While were getting started around here well be posting in depth window reviews on a wide range of replacement windows. Well be covering a range of manufacturers and well focus on concrete quantitative information rather than more qualitative fluff youll find on most sites.
Well also provide feedback on marketing and sales strategies used by some of these companies where we think it will be useful information.
It will probably take a little time to get to all of the window reviews, but here are the products well be focusing on first in no particular order:
Many of these manufacturers offer several models so well try to get to as many of them as we can. We hope youll find this info to be useful and please do let us know if there are any other models youd like to see reviewed.
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As youre sorting through all of this its also important to remember that selecting great windows is only half the battle. Finding a reputable installation company is just as important to the overall success of the project. For some inside info on that front see our post on Angies List From a Contractors Perspective.
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Chicago, IL (PRWEB) December 17, 2014
To help close out one of the best years on record for Window Concepts, the company has recently introduced a blanket 25% discount on all new windows and entry doors.
Through the end of the year, any new signed contract for replacement windows or exterior doors will receive an instant 25% discounted rate off of full retail pricing. This exclusive offer is the deepest discount the company has ever offered the public.
A 30 year company proudly serving Chicago and the suburbs, Window Concepts has recently launched a new online presence which allows consumers to learn about their entire home improvement product offering which will soon include bathrooms.
What better way to ring in 2015 than with new windows to keep out the cold or a beautiful new entry door which really makes a statement, explained Brian Murphy, owner of Window Concepts.
About Window Concepts: Since Brian Murphy and Bob Domek opened their doors in the Chicago area in 1982, family owned Window Concepts has provided quality work for homeowners from Joliet to Kankakee and as far west as Woodstock.
Proud to be rated A+ by the Better Business Bureau, the team takes pride in the service they give to their customers providing old fashioned service, using top quality brands and materials with some of the best warranties in the industry. A member of the Window Concepts team will visit your home, show samples and work side by side with each customer to find the best solution for your home. The representatives are knowledgeable in regards to rebates and tax credits, that you may be eligible for.
To better educate our customers, we have created H.O.M.E., Homeowners Online Maintenance e-book, a handy selection of videos to help you with do-it-yourself projects, making decisions about materials, and a basic how-to video guide to help you keep value in your home. We not only want to gain your trust as a client, but also provide you with information to keep your home in top shape and save money along the way. For more information, please visit: http://www.Window-Concepts.com or call 847-621-2680.
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CAREY - Appropriations for the village of Carey will be up 14 percent for 2015 thanks in large part to projects the village is undertaking from the electrical replacement/expansion to the culvert project.
The total is tabbed for $19,811,484.10, which included a General Fund budget of $1,772,63341, an increase of 7 percent. Administrator Roy Johnson said $7 million is to be covered by grants and assistance for larger projects.
Appropriations include the potential for raises for village personnel. In a move approved earlier this year, department heads are to complete employee evaluations by the end of February and employees could see increases based on the results of those evaluations.
Also budgeted is $8,000 for contracting Richard Grafmiller and Kathy Collins as prosecutors for any case in municipal court. Any case that's not a felony from the village comes through the municipal court. A discussion of a raise was presented, but it was suggested a record of how many hours the prosecutors were tallying for the village's cases to find out if an increase is warranted.
One large project, a solar field, is expected to go live by the end of the year.
The village is awaiting for its Christmas/winter decorations to arrive and they are past due. The village agreed that while they are winter-themed instead of just specifically Christmas, if they arrive after Christmas, they will wait until next year to utilize them. The village received donations totaling $2,845 from 23 donors, which covered about half the cost of the decorations.
The village offices are to close at noon Christmas Eve and be closed Christmas day and New Year's Day.
In anticipation of an increase recyclable goods, the village is going to have the self-serve recycle containers at the Senior Depot Friday and Saturday, Dec. 26-27 and Jan. 2-3. Johnson reminded residents that wrapping paper is not accepted at the recycle centers.
As for leftover Christmas trees, residents can take them to the yard waste drop-off at the north end of town or have them on the curb by 8 a.m. Jan. 10 and the fire department is to collect them.
Reservations for pavilion rentals for 2015 are to begin Jan. 2.
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Portland, OR (PRWEB) December 16, 2014
All heat pumps redistribute heat from one location to another and act as a center for temperature moderation. Rather than installing both a traditional furnace and air conditioner, homeowners can install a heat pump and use one unit to both cool down the home in the summer and keep the home warm in the winter.
Heat pumps are an excellent HVAC choice for moderate climatesregions that experience extreme temperatures will not benefit as much from a heat pump since the amount of energy it takes to convert one extreme temperature to another is significantly higher than transforming one moderate temperature to its opposite.
Because not all heat pumps perform their heating and cooling tasks in quite the same way, homeowners should select the unit that best fits their needs regarding size and cost:
Air-source heat pumps
Ground-source heat pumps
Selecting and installing a new heat pump system has the potential for significant savings for homeowners on their heating and cooling costsand those who opt to install a heat pump could be eligible for energy-efficient tax credits and utility rebates.
Contact Jacobs Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc. to learn more about heat pumps and determine which one might be right for your home.
About Jacobs Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc.
Operating out of Southeast Portland, Jacobs HVAC (CCB #1441) offers residential and commercial customers the best in heating and air conditioning equipment, installation and repair. Since 1952, Jacobs has provided solutions for energy conservation and reduction, backed by the companys extensive experience and expertise. The local HVAC company offers heat pumps, furnaces, air conditioners, water heaters, fireplace inserts and more. Jacobs is a Carrier Factory Authorized Dealer and a Daikin 3D Network dealer, as well as a trade ally of the Energy Trust of Oregon. For more information, visit http://www.jacobsheating.com.
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Fort Lauderdale, FL (PRWEB) December 16, 2014
With the Holiday season rapidly approaching, All Year Cooling, a local South Florida air conditioning company, is focusing on critical money saving tips that will help homeowners conserve their budget. Listed below are four helpful tips designed to help families save money during this Holiday season.
Investing in a programmable thermostat can be an easy way to lower monthly bills. Programmable thermostats allow consumers to keep their homes comfortable when occupied. When empty, it will switch to an energy-saving setting that will save energy, and in turn, save money. All Year Cooling can install the newest automated thermostat available, Nest. Using innovative technology, Nest learns its users schedule, programs itself, and can even be controlled remotely from a smart phone. Nest technology has been proven to lower monthly heating and cooling bills up to 20%.
In order to extend the life of an HVAC system, it is important to have it checked annually. Its also important to get heat pumps checked and serviced yearly, preferably before the heating season begins. By doing this, homeowners can be assured that all of their air conditioners components are in proper working. Remember, it is better to catch an issue early on rather than later down the road.
Often times, much of the air from HVAC systems is not actually reaching its anticipated destination due to damaged duct work. If ductwork has holes, tears, or any other damage, it can cause a significant amount of air to leak out before it can be circulated throughout an area. This forces systems to run longer and waste energy. Have a professional inspect ductwork for any signs of damage; it can usually be repaired with metal tape or mastic sealant.
Preventative maintenance for HVAC systems ensures they are working at the highest level of efficiency. All Year Coolings President, Tommy Smith, believes that keeping up with preventative maintenance is the best way to ensure everything is in working order. By scheduling preventative maintenance customers are more likely to find and resolve issues while they are minor rather than when they are of much greater cost.
All Year Cooling is a South Florida family-owned company that has been in business for the past 41 years. Specializing in air conditioner repairs, maintenance, and installations, All Year Cooling keeps South Florida out of the heat. Able to service customers from Vero Beach to the Keys, President Thomas Smith is available 24/7 to answer his customers phone calls at 954-635-5453.
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The West Aurora School Board is moving closer to putting a referendum on the spring ballot to build and improve facilities across the district.
West Aurora District 129 will finalize a decision and may adopt a resolution Jan. 12 for a referendum question to appear on the April 7 election ballot.
The district has a list of $94.3 million worth of building improvement projects identified through a combined audit of buildings and a health/life-safety study, as well as the listening tour held August through October to gather public input.
The School Board continued the discussion on the projects at a special meeting Monday.
Superintendent Jeffrey Craig assured the public no decisions have been made and there were a variety of approaches the district could pursue for the projects.
One project would be replacing Nancy Hill Elementary, which was built in 1888, 23 years after the Civil War ended, Craig said.
Hill Elementary has given us 127 years of service. It is probably time to give her a rest, Craig said.
Four of the districts 18 educational facilities were built prior to World War II, he added.
The districts architectural firm, Studio GC Architecture of Chicago, said the newer geothermal heating and cooling system at Smith Elementary has demonstrated significant energy savings since it was installed two years ago. Architect Pat Callahan estimated the district would realize $250,000 in utility savings annually for the schools that are conducive for having geothermal well fields on their campuses.
He said Hall and Schneider elementary schools, Jefferson Middle School and West Aurora High School are all on schedule for boiler replacements, which can cost $150,000 to $200,000 per school, which does not include any needed work on piping systems.
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has launched its Energy Star Home Advisor, an online tool designed to help Americans save money and energy by improving the energy efficiency of their homes through recommended, customized and prioritized home-improvement projects.
As we enter the winter months, homeowners can use our new Energy Star Home Advisor to increase energy efficiency and save money while reducing greenhouse gas emissions that fuel climate change, said EPA Administrator Gina McCarthy. When homeowners take advantage of this important tool and increase the energy efficiency of their homes, many families will notice savings on energy bills and improvements in the comfort of their homes.
The updated Energy Star Home Advisor guides the homeowner through a do-it-yourself energy assessment to create an Energy Star home profile. Based on the newly created profile, the Home Advisor provides customized, prioritized recommendations for improvements. From these recommendations, users can create their own to-do lists of projects such as adding insulation to the attic or replacing an HVAC air filter.
Over time, users can update their home profiles as they make improvements, see the positive environmental impacts of the changes theyve made, get additional recommendations, and update their to-do lists for future projects. The home profiles can also be printed and used at the time of sale.
The announcement is part of EPAs Energy Efficiency Action Week, during which EPA regional offices across the country will hold events to increase awareness about the energy and cost savings associated with energy efficiency upgrades, especially in the winter months.
Homeowners can also use the following Energy Star tips to save energy and money at home this winter:
Get a Home Energy Audit - Home energy auditors are trained and certified in how to find energy problems using specialized equipment to pinpoint key areas for improvement and provide customized recommended solutions. In select states, Home Performance with Energy Star offers an energy assessment that focuses on a systematic approach to improving energy efficiency and comfort.
Seal and Insulate - The average home spends $2,000 on utility bills each year. Heating and cooling costs account for nearly half of that amount. Energy Star estimates that homeowners can save up to 10 percent on heating and cooling costs by sealing air leaks and adding insulation.
Heat Efficiently Energy Star recommends that homeowners check their HVAC system air filters every month. A dirty filter will slow air flow and make the system work harder wasting energy and possibly shortening the life of the system. A good rule to follow is change the filter every three months.
Energy Star also recommends that homeowners have HVAC systems serviced annually by a licensed contractor to ensure theyre running at optimum efficiency. If the heating system is over 15 years old, consider planning for its replacement with a high efficiency unit. Today's Energy Star certified condensing furnaces operate at over 90 percent efficiency. Depending on where one lives, replacing old heating and cooling equipment with newly certified Energy Star equipment can cut annual energy bills by more than $115.
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