Passive Heating: How To Maximize South-Facing Windows

You may not be aware of it, but If you have any south-facing windows in your house, you are actually helping your home’s overall energy-efficiency by utilizing an ingenious little trick that is favored by designers and replacement window installation companies known as passive solar design. In this post, Renewal by Andersen® of Rapid City digs deeper into …

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How To Choose Windows for Each Room in Your House

Whether you are in need of a replacement window installation or are building a new home from scratch, it is difficult to choose windows for an entire house at the same time. After all, we want them to last a very long time and we can’t just simply decide later to change it on a whim without …

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Leave Window Installations to Window Installers

For standard window replacements such as a picture window installation, it may be tempting to simply hire a general contractor to handle the job. If you’re already remodeling other parts of your home, it makes sense to add replacing a window on your contractor’s to-do list. However, these types of replacements are still best handled by …

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Things to Do When Preparing for Window Replacement

A replacement window installation is best left in the hands of the professionals, but that doesn’t mean you no longer do your part in making this home improvement project a success. Before the scheduled date of installation, you have to do some preparations in your home. Read on as we discuss the things you should do to …

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Comparing Vinyl and Fibrex® Window Frames

When it comes to energy-efficient replacement windows, vinyl continues to be a top choice among homeowners. It doesn’t require extensive maintenance and has high thermal resistance, making it one of the most cost-efficient options in the market today. However, Renewal by Andersen®’s exclusive Fibrex® window frames provide a great alternative to vinyl windows.