How To Maintain Your Windows

Posted by admin on March 26, 2018

Windows can last an incredible amount of time, but with, it is always a good idea to be checking for specific factors, as they can have an impact on the longevity of these items. Windows of all materials need to be checked every so often to ensure that they are in the best shape of their lives, and similarly, there are a few things that you can do to keep your windows looking brand new for many, many years. Let’s look at some of these things you can do today!

Cleaning

Cleaning, while not necessarily needed daily, can be a great way to keep your windows looking great. From wood windows to vinyl windows, there are a few different ways you can go about this. With wood windows, you will want to just softly scrub with a bit of water, as any other item may cause damage and rot. Similarly, with vinyl windows, you will want to scrub softly with a mild detergent and a soft brush. Regarding the windows, you will want to use a nice glass cleaner, which will leave your windows looking sparkling and shiny.

Two other areas you will want to clean as well are the window casing and wall area. This can help you to avoid any window jams that could occur.

Inspections

Doing inspections every once in a while is an important part of having windows in your home. There are a few things that may mean you could need new windows. These include broken and damaged seals, moisture inside of your windows, and otherwise damaged parts.

Contact Three Sons Window & Door

New windows can be a hard thing to manage on your own. Let us help you with tips and tricks on how to keep your windows looking brand new. Contact us today for more information, by filling out our contact form or by giving us a call at 781-899-6353.

Which Doors are Best for the Exterior of a Home?

Posted by admin on March 19, 2018

Your doors are one of the most important aspects of your home. They are the first thing that you and that others see, and it can really set the tone for the entire impression you get on the home. A nice door can speak a million words, and by making sure you purchase a quality door, you know that your life will be much easier, as aesthetic isn’t everything. Let’s take a look at the many different aspects of a great door.

Weatherproof

Making sure that your door is weatherproofed is important, especially if you live in the New England area. A door that is not weatherproofed will have the look of wear and tear after a few months, leaving you to consistently fix-up and clean a door, providing it with more care than necessary.

Energy Efficient

Having an energy efficient door is crucial to your wallet. By installing energy efficient doors, you can save energy in regard to home heating and cooling. What this means is that you can save money by saving the energy that goes into additional heating and cooling for your home.

Aesthetic

As the first thing, someone sees when approaching your home, your door, or even your back door are both important things to focus on, and a nice door really makes all the difference.

Easy Maintenance

Maintenance is key to a good door. When we say that it is key, we mean that the best maintenance is no or minimal maintenance. Make sure to look for a door that you will not have to clean too often for maximum happiness down the road.

Contact Three Sons Window & Door

New doors can be a hard thing to manage on your own. Let us help you through the process by showing you all your options and ultimately implementing this for you. Contact us today for more information, by filling out our contact form or by giving us a call at 781-899-6353.

How Long Does Vinyl Siding Last?

Posted by admin on March 2, 2018

Vinyl siding has found its way into much popularity in the past few years, and for good reason. With its toughness acting as a primary advantage, vinyl siding is one of the most durable materials you can use for siding on your home, especially in areas where the weather has a huge effect on items such as this. In New England and Massachusetts, in particular, we have seen the weather take some violent turns this season, such as when the weather can go from being very warm to snow within a few hours.

Longevity of Vinyl Siding

Due to the way that it is made, vinyl is one of the siding materials which is the most resistant to almost all elements. These include the following:

Heat
Cold
Moisture
Winds lower than 110 mph

With the look of wood siding, vinyl provides all the important benefits that wood cannot, without any of the maintenance required.

Maintenance & Life Span

The maintenance can be a huge pain when you get sidings, such as wood siding, or cedar, or fiber cement. Having to constantly clean that amount of surface area can be very difficult. With vinyl siding there is little to no maintenance, the material never needs to be painted and it can maintain a fresh and new look with one wash a year.

Warranties can vary depending on the manufacturer, as well as the thickness of the vinyl siding. These warranties typically run 20-40 years, but some manufacturers have been making vinyl siding with a lifetime guarantee, which can be transferred to the next owner of the home.

In a short answer: Vinyl siding can last you a very long time, which can range from 20 years, all the way through a lifetime.

Contact Three Sons Window & Door

If you need new vinyl siding for your home or need a professional to look at your siding to determine how long it will last, feel free to contact us by filling out our contact form or by calling us at 781-899-6353.

Causes of Window Damage

Posted by admin on February 20, 2018

Window damage is a massive issue for many individuals. What usually happens is that there is an accident of types, where the window is left open like a wound of your home. From here, the air from outside can get into the home, causing issues like increased heating and cooling, as well as increased chance of pests, and animals getting into your home, not to mention potential break-ins if the hole or crack is in a spot easily-viewable from the street.

Let’s look at some of the ways that your windows can become damaged and how, and if, you will be able to avoid them from happening in the first place.

Weather & Climate

The weather is a huge influence on how your windows will do over time. If you live in a place like Arizona, you will need to deal with the heat, which can expand the frames if the temperature gets to a certain level. Similarly, and on the opposite of that, if you live in a place like Massachusetts, or New England, in general, you will see that there are a few more issues. One of these is the icy cold temperatures versus the hot summers, causing expanding and retracting of materials. Similarly, hail, rain, and snow can all have effects on windows.

Physical Elements

These elements will be attributed to things, such as a child playing catch and accidentally hitting the window. Similarly, something like a break-in or an intentional breaking of a window may occur (although we hope not). The summertime is the most likely time for a physical breaking of the window due to more children playing outside in the summer sun.

Age

Older windows will have a more likely chance of failing over time. While they may do the job of keeping out animals, bugs, and rain, they may not be up to standard when it comes to keeping the air flow from entering the house.

If you need new windows for your home or need a professional to look at your windows to help determine when you will need new ones, feel free to contact us by filling out our contact form or by calling us at 781-899-6353.

Vinyl Siding in Spring

Posted by admin on February 9, 2018

Vinyl siding is one of the best new materials to cover your house in, and there are so many reasons why this is true. Vinyl is a material that does not need to be painted, meaning that there is little maintenance to keeping your home looking as great as the first day you got this siding installed. Similarly, this material is perfect in almost all types of weather climates, meaning that whether you are living in New England or New Mexico, you will be able to revel in the benefits that are bestowed upon vinyl siding.

What Makes the Spring Different?

Did you know that springtime is one of the best times to install your vinyl siding? This is because it’s not too hot and not too cold. During the summertime, it can be so excruciatingly hot, and humid, especially in Massachusetts, and in New England in general. The heat can cause the vinyl to expand slightly. While this is probably more prevalent in the southwest of the United States, it is technically possible that it can happen here as well.

On the other hand, cold weather does the exact opposite. The vinyl material can contract slightly, making the measurements a bit off where they would be during a milder season.

Different Tendencies in the Spring

In the springtime, many people change up what they do. Typically, more time is spent outside, and since there is no snow, lawn work is always a must. Some of the things that may be beneficial to look out for are as follows:

Lawnmowers: Lawnmowers can cause problems only if you knock directly into the vinyl or a larger rock flies into the vinyl. This could cause a crack in the material.
Soccer Balls: Like above, soccer balls shot rather hard can cause more cracking to your vinyl. One of the things you can do is make sure that your backyard soccer net is not directly on the side of your home.
Grills: Grills can get very hot, and this could potentially cause a few problems with your siding, so similarly to directly above, making sure it’s not directly against your wall will be very beneficial.

If you need new siding for your home or need a professional to look at your siding to help determine when you will need new home vinyl siding, feel free to contact us by filling out our contact form or by calling us at 781-899-6353.