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Spring Home Maintenance Tips

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Spring is in full bloom in Massachusetts. The leaves & flowers are coming out, the birds are
chirping, and the sun is sticking around longer every day! While New England is beautiful in the
springtime, it is also an important time for homeowners to take a look around their home’s
exterior. Massachusetts winters bring harsh weather conditions, including high winds, and bitter
frosts, which can deteriorate even the strongest homes over time. This makes it essential to
examine your home’s exterior each spring in order to assess the property for damage and make
any necessary repairs & replacements! If you’re interested in learning more about the home
maintenance you should be doing, keep reading below for more information!

Check Your Gutters

One of the most important bits of spring maintenance that you can do for your home is cleaning
your gutter system. For many homeowners, gutters are simply an afterthought, when in fact they
are a very important part of your home’s protection. Serving to safely route water away from
your home, having a clogged gutter system can cause considerable damage, as water pours
over the sides of the system, causing moisture damage to edge of your roof deck & starter
shingles, your fascia & soffit boards, and even your home’s foundation.

Be sure to clean your gutters at least once a year in the spring in order to ensure the system is
working properly!

Examine Your Shingles

Another piece of your roofing system that should be examined is your shingles. Your home’s
roof is exposed to all sorts of weather conditions, which eventually cause the shingles to
deteriorate. When the weather thaws, you should check on your roof’s integrity to ensure your
home won’t develop any leaks. Have a roofing professional examine the shingles for any
damage, as well as the flashing around your chimney & vents to ensure the roof isn’t leaking.

Checks Windows & Doors

Finally, you should be sure to examine your home’s windows & doors to ensure that they
haven’t absorbed any moisture. Due to the snow that lies at your door’s threshold, and window
sills, they are both exposed to standing water, particularly during the last month or two of winter
as everything thaws out. This can cause rot damage around the frames of both units, making it
essential to examine them both come spring. You can use a blunt, but pointy, object, such as a
screwdriver, to poke around the sills & thresholds for any sections of rotted wood. If you find
any, be sure to replace them in order to protect your home from additional water damage.

Contact Us Today

Interested in replacing your home’s siding, roof, windows, or doors this spring? Our team at
Three Sons Window & Door is ready to assist! Reach out to us today by calling at (781) 899-
6353 or by filling out our team’s online contact form! We look forward to hearing from you and
assisting with your remodeling needs!

Benefits of Replacing Your Home’s Windows

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If you’re considering remodeling your home’s exterior, one of the first areas you should consider replacing are your home’s windows. Your windows are one of the most important pieces of your home’s exterior. They provide your home with a number of benefits, including boosting your home’s curb appeal & resale value, as well as providing your home with protection from the elements and pests, and most importantly, providing your home with ventilation & natural light! With so much to gain from having well installed and maintained windows, it is important to ensure that your home’s windows are kept in good repair! If you’re interested in learning more about the benefits of replacing your home’s windows, keep reading below for more information!

Increased Energy Efficiency

If you’re considering replacing your home’s window, one of the greatest benefits is the improvement in energy efficiency that replacing your home’s windows can provide. Old windows tend to leak around their frames, which can severely reduce the energy efficiency of your home. If you’re interested in making your home more energy efficient, replacing your windows is often one of the best places to start!

Easier Maintenance

Another benefit of replacing your home’s windows is that they will be easier to maintain! From having double-hung windows that tilt inwards for easy cleaning, to between the glass blinds that help reduce allergens in the home, there are a variety of ways to make your window maintenance more straight forward! If you’re looking for a window that is easier to maintain, consider replacing yours today!

Noise Reduction

If you find that your home is louder than it should be, your home’s windows may be to blame. If your windows are leaking air, that means that sound is also able to pass through the cracks in the frame. If it sounds like the great outdoors, or the cars across the street, are in your home with you, replacing your home’s windows can significantly cut down on the noise pollution in your home!

UV Protection

Finally, if you’ve noticed that the fabrics in your home are looking a bit washed out, it may be because your home’s windows are letting to many UV rays into your home, which is causing deterioration to your home’s possessions. If your home’s windows are old, they may not have the UV protection that newer units are constructed with. Consider replacing your home’s windows to help reduce the amount of UV rays that your home is being exposed to!

Contact Us Today

If you’re interested in replacing your home’s windows this spring, our team at Three Sons is ready to assist! Reach out to our team today by calling us at (781) 899-6353 or by filling out our team’s online contact form! We look forward to hearing from you and assisting with your window replacement needs!

Winter Window Replacements

Benefits of Winter Window Replacements

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When it comes to making exterior remodeling repairs, most homeowners would assume that work should be done in the spring, summer or fall, with winter as the last resort or when they’re in need of emergency repairs. However, having your home renovated during the off-peak season can offer a number of benefits that you wouldn’t receive trying to renovate your home during the peak of the season. If you’re interested in learning more about the benefits of winter window replacements, take a look below for more information!

Discover Issues You Can’t Find In The Summer

When the winter cold is in full swing in Massachusetts, it can be downright bitter. Frigid mornings, icy roads, and Nor’Easters are commonplace. When the winter arrives, it becomes far easier to determine whether your windows are leaking, as the cold air can be felt leaking through the frames of your poorly sealed or insulated windows. If you’ve been having trouble determining whether your windows need to be replaced, all you really need to do is wait for the winter cold to set in and you’ll quickly and easily be able to identify which windows are leaking and in need of replacing!

Better Deals on Window Replacements

Another advantage of winter window replacements is that many companies offer discounts on window replacements during the winter months.  As homeowners hunker down for the winter, there are companies who are willing to offer deals during the slow season, making it a great time to replace your windows if you’re in need. Not only does the cold make it far easier to identify which windows need to be replaced, a discount is the extra incentive that many homeowners need to get started on their projects!

Flexible Installations

Another advantage that the slow season provides is quicker turnaround times on remodeling work. During the spring, summer, and fall, contractors are often backed up with work, making it difficult to get timely replacements if your home is desperately in need! It can also be difficult to find a contractor who has a schedule that lines up with yours during the busier months, as all of the desirable times & days are often chosen far before you’ve even booked your job. The winter, on the other hand, offers the chance to find a time that works for you, making it easier to get your project completed in a timely manner. If you’re interested in learning more about our team’s services, reach out today for more information!

Contact Us Today

If you’re interested in learning more about our team’s window replacement services, our team at Three Sons Window & Door is ready to assist! Reach out to our team today by calling us at (781) 899-6353 or by filling out our team’s online contact form! We look forward to hearing from you and assisting with your window replacement needs!

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New Siding & Windows In Sudbury, MA

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Our team at Three Sons recently completed a remodel on this Sudbury, MA home. The homeowners reached out to us looking for a siding replacement, as well as a few new replacement windows. The home’s old vinyl siding looked a bit weathered, so the homeowners decided it was time to replace it. In addition to their siding, their windows were beginning to leak and they decided that they should replace the home’s windows to ensure their residence could be as energy-efficient as possible. Our team was happy to assist with their exterior remodeling needs, and we discussed all of our available siding and window replacement options. After a bit of deliberation, the homeowners decided that the best option for their home was to install new Harvey Classic Replacement Double-Hung windows, as well as CertainTeed’s Monogram siding. After deciding on which materials they wanted to use, we put an order in for the materials and waited for them to arrive! If you’re interested in learning more about the materials that we used on this job, keep reading below for more information!

Harvey Classic Double-Hung Replacement Windows

The first thing our team did was install our homeowner’s new replacement windows. They decided on installing new Double-Hung Classic replacement windows from Waltham’s own Harvey Windows. Classic vinyl replacement windows from Harvey are a great choice for any home for a variety of reasons! First off, they are incredibly durable and long-lasting, capable of withstanding everything that New England has to offer, from high winds, to blizzards, to sweltering humidity. Furthermore, they are available in a wide variety of styles, ensuring that if you have a particular aesthetic vision in mind for your home’s exterior, you can find the perfect window to match your needs! 

CertainTeed Monogram Vinyl Siding

After installing their new replacement windows, our team got to work on their new siding. Our homeowners decided that they wanted beautiful new Monogram vinyl siding from CertainTeed. Many homeowners and contractors alike love Monogram vinyl siding for its durability and beauty. Not only is Monogram vinyl siding virtually maintenance-free, but it also provides incredible protection from the elements, offering protection from wind speeds up to 220mph! 

Furthermore, Monogram vinyl siding provides your home with tons of curb appeal. It is molded from real cedar wood, giving it a wood grain texture that homeowners love! It is also available in a wide variety of colors, ensuring that you can find the perfect option for your home’s exterior. If you’re looking for a siding material that will boost your home’s curb appeal, reach out to our team today to learn more!

Contact Us Today

Our team at Three Sons is happy to be able to offer our exterior remodeling services to Massachusetts homeowners in need! If you’re interested in learning more about our team’s exterior remodeling services, our team at Three Sons is ready to assist! Reach out to us today by calling us at (781) 899-6353 or by filling out our team’s online contact form! We look forward to hearing from you and assisting with your remodeling needs!

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Fall Home Maintenance

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Fall has arrived in New England, and with it comes a whole new set of home maintenance concerns and needs. Preparing your home for the winter is essential in Massachusetts, where our falls are rife with falling leaves and the winters with frost & snow. If you need to learn a bit more about how to get your home prepared for the winter season, take a look at our blog for more information!

Check Your Windows & Doors For Drafts

Our team at Three Sons recommends that the first thing you do to get your home ready for the winter is to examine all your windows and doors for drafts. A drafty window or door can often be easy to miss unless you are checking for it, but it can quickly run up your energy bills if left unaddressed. You can quickly check for drafts in your windows or doors by taking a look at the frames of both and examining them for any gaps. Another quick test you can do is holding a lit candle or incense by the frames of both and checking to see if the flame is moved by the air. If the flame is being blown around, it is obvious that there is a significant draft. Seal up any drafts by using weatherstripping, or reaching out to our team at Three Sons to assist you with installing new replacement doors and windows on your home.

Check Your Roof (& Gutters) For Debris

Another piece of your home’s exterior that you should examine for damage each fall is your roof, and gutter system. Check your roof for any damaged shingles. Damaged shingles run the gambit, from shingles that are slightly warped around the edges, to shingles that have broken clean in half or fallen from your roof. If you find that your home’s roof is damaged in any way, have it repaired before the winter in order to protect your home from potentially expensive repairs.

Another area that you should examine is your gutters. Your home’s gutters should be cleaned twice a year, once during the fall and once during the spring, in order to ensure they are working properly. If neglected, clogged gutters can easily lead to ice dams, which can, in turn, damage your roof by causing extensive water damage. Be sure that you clean your gutters before the debris freezes in order to protect your home from ice dams.

Contact Us Today

If you need assistance replacing your home’s roof, siding, windows or doors to prepare your home for the winter months ahead, reach out to our team at Three Sons today! We can be reached over the phone by calling us at (781) 899-6353 or by filling out our team’s online contact form! We look forward to hearing from you and assisting with all of your roofing, siding, window & door replacement needs this fall!