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By Great Lakes Window on Monday, February 15th, 2016 in Window Buying Process, Window Comparison, Window Replacements. No Comments

In order to choose the best window replacements for your home, there are a few things you should consider. Style, performance, design and material are all factors that make up your windows. Hopefully you’ll only have to replace your windows once or twice in your lifetime, so it’s important that you make an informed and…

By Great Lakes Window on Tuesday, February 2nd, 2016 in Windows. No Comments

It’s officially winter which means the cold weather is upon us. Warming up our homes without sending the thermostat and energy bills through the roof is a struggle many of us have. Strong winds and frigid temperatures are a recipe for cold air seeping in and making our homes uncomfortably chilly. Try out these 5…

By Great Lakes Window on Thursday, January 28th, 2016 in Window Replacements. No Comments

Sometimes it can be hard to tell when to replace windows in your home. The sneaky drafts, wobbly locks and chips in the paint can creep up on you and before you know it, your windows are practically falling apart. Keeping an eye out for and addressing these imperfections can not only improve the appearance…

By Great Lakes Window on Thursday, January 14th, 2016 in energy efficiency, Window Video, YouTube. No Comments

Imagine a house without windows. It’s energy efficient, secure, quiet and unaffected by damage from the sun’s UV rays. But would you want to live in a house with no windows? Probably not! Thanks to the core technologies that are placed in the sash and frames, in addition to the glass pack, Great Lakes Window…

By Great Lakes Window on Monday, October 26th, 2015 in casement windows, double hung windows, single hung windows, slider windows, tips, window cost. No Comments

Are you planning a home improvement project for 2015? Maybe you have decided to replace your outdated windows with new energy efficient windows? No matter what updates and improvements you plan to make to your home, the cost of replacing home windows is a major consideration. REMODELING Magazine’s 2015 Cost vs. Value Report, averages that…

By Great Lakes Window on Tuesday, October 20th, 2015 in energy efficiency, energy star, tips. No Comments

Glass Pack – Where the Energy Efficient Magic Takes Place Selecting the right glass pack for your home is key to creating energy efficient windows. It’s important to consider the elements that make up glass packs, as they all work together to improve a window’s energy efficiency. Panes of Glass – Newer windows are typically…

By Great Lakes Window on Thursday, October 8th, 2015 in casement windows, double hung windows, single hung windows, slider windows, tips. No Comments

Window style is not only a reflection of your personal style but can improve the curb appeal of your home. Choosing the right window style can affect the overall feel of your home, inside and out. If you think most replacement windows are the same, think again. Do you want your windows to open and…

By Great Lakes Window on Monday, October 5th, 2015 in energy efficiency, energy star, tips. No Comments

Did you know that October is energy awareness month? Learn how to conserve energy… In honor of this important concept, we have put together a few ways you can conserve energy in your daily life. We all know that turning off the lights when we exit the room and making sure TVs and electronics are…

By Great Lakes Window on Thursday, September 17th, 2015 in energy efficiency, Windows. No Comments

If you’ve been shopping around for new windows you’ve probably run into a lot of information on window energy efficiency. But terms like glass packs, gas fills and low-e coatings might leave you scratching your head. So, in honor of ENERGY STAR day on October 27th, we’ve done our best to answer a lot of…

By Great Lakes Window on Thursday, August 13th, 2015 in Window Styles. No Comments

When it comes to determining whether you want casement windows vs double hung, it is important to best understand the features that each option has to offer. Both provide certain benefits, and knowing what to expect from each window style will help make your choice a little easier. Casement Windows Casement windows are energy efficient, secure…