It’s a terrific idea to have screens in place to protect your sliding glass doors from the enthusiastic activities of your pets or your kids. However, unless they offer the proper level of protection, then tear or rip damage to screens, and then damage to doors, can still occur. This can then allow those pesky…

Vinyl siding is a great option for any home. It’s affordable, looks great, and prevents mold and damage. With all these benefits it’s important to know how to properly clean your vinyl siding to keep it in excellent condition. Here are a few quick tips to get you started. Dish soap and water is a…

Insulated replacement windows help control convection, conduction, and radiation heat flow through windows; recommended products offer a low U-factor (conduction control) and high R-value (resistance to convection) rating. These windows use multiple panes with space between for different forms of insulation, such as Argon Gas to reduce heat transfer and convection, or Krypton, more often…

There are many choices to make when you’re picking out replacement windows, but one of the biggest is which material your new windows will be made of. Two of the most common materials are vinyl and wood, and each of these has its own advantages and disadvantages. Wood Wood windows have been used in homes…

Nothing lasts forever, including your home’s siding. When siding wears out, it can break or start leaking; this can lead to expensive problems. How do you know when your siding needs to be replaced? Here are some tips to help you know when the time is right to contact a siding company. Expensive heating and…

Replacement windows play a major role in giving your house a fresh and updated look. However, without the right knowledge, replacement windows could cost you much more than they should. Here are two tips that will help you avoid overspending on replacement windows. Generate a list of requirements Carefully consider factors like temperature, color and…

When you install siding on a building in Colorado, two of the major choices are metal and wood. Both have different pros and cons: Durability The Denver area’s rain and snow make metal appealing because of its resistance to mold and rotting. It needs little maintenance. Flammability Colorado occasionally experiences wildfires, so aluminum and steel…

It can be hard to determine if windows need replacing, especially if they appear to be doing their job. Below we outline some signs that could mean you need replacement windows… Your heating bill is higher than usual – Windows that are broken or have inefficient glazing can cause heat loss. Condensation is collecting on…

Homeowners often don’t quite know when’s the best time for replacing vinyl siding. Luckily, our experts at Paramount Siding and Windows in Denver are happy to help out with all of your home maintenance questions. When it comes to home siding, and especially vinyl siding, the time of year you choose to carry out the…