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February 24, 2014 | Brian Olson

Therma-Tru Says "Slam the Door" on High Energy Bills

With Old Man Winter knocking at our door, experts at Therma-Tru remind homeowners to check their doors to make certain they are not leaking air, which can increase heating costs. Derek Fielding, director of product management for ThermaTru Doors recommends seeking out fibreglass entry doors that are thermally broken, meaning they insulate against both cold and heat. Steel doors can be thermally conductive and result in the transfer of temperatures quickly from the interior to the exterior, and vice versa....

February 12, 2014 | Brian Olson

Pella Makes Some Cold Weather Considerations When Selecting Windows

In extremely cold climates, the window frame material you choose is important. It should provide excellent insulating qualities - in other words, it should keep the cold outside where it belongs. Best Insulating Frames Wood is an outstanding insulator? in fact it insulates 1,800 times better than aluminum. (When you were a child, ever remember sitting next to those old-fashioned aluminum school windows? Brrr.) Fiberglass composite windows and doors are also an excellent choice, they offer the insulating quality of...

February 12, 2014 | Brian Olson

How You Know You Need To Replace Your Windows

It is usually glaringly obvious when you need to replace your windows. However, the cost of replacing windows can cause homeowners to put off this project year after year. High Energy Bills. Energy costs are abnormally high, yet you have done other non window-related repairs in an effort to save money (chiefly, insulation in walls and attic). In a lot of older homes, while replacing windows can be an expensive option, sometimes it's actually cost-effective to replace them, and that's...

May 3, 2013 | Brian Olson

Expert window installer makes clear difference

TRADE SECRETS | July 29, 2011 | By Leslie Mann, Special to the Tribune Heads up for rookies who join George Stell's window installation crew: If he sends you to the truck for an aluminum stretcher, don't go. There is no such thing. That is one of the pranks Stell pulls to lighten days that are otherwise laden with cold fingers and sore backs. Others include stuffing the other guy's car with the client's shrub clippings and tucking creepy crawlies...

July 19, 2010 | Brian Olson

Olson Windows featured on Replacement Windows Report

Olson Windows is proud to announce that it was recently featured on the "Best Pick Report" - an industry compilation of exterior remodeling companies. With Olson's award-winning service and extensive product selection, "Best Pick Reports" chose Olson Windows as one of the top window companies in the Chicago area. Learn more In order to experience the Olson Windows difference first-hand, please give us a call or click here to fill out our contact form to get a free quote on...

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