Portland weather can be brutal, so if you’re wondering which windows are best for stormy seasons, we’ve got proven solutions that will bolster your home’s insulation and protect it from the elements—without the hassle of adding storm windows. Some homes are equipped with storm windows, which are used to resist cool drafts and act as…
5 Reasons to Replace Storm Windows with Andersen Coastal Impact Windows
Common T1-11 Siding Problems & How To Fix Them
Advertised as T1-11 or T-111 siding, this common siding has been used for decades on homes due to its low cost and its fast and easy installation. Unfortunately, T1-11 siding doesn’t stand up too well to the elements, and over time will begin to deteriorate, opening your home up to damage from water, pests, and…
Protecting Your Home with Fire-Resistant Hardie Siding
The Portland area experienced a large number of destructive wildfires in 2020. When building or rebuilding your home, it’s important to protect your family and your biggest investment from the devastating damages fires can cause. When it’s time to replace your Portland home’s siding, take time to understand your options before deciding on your siding…
How to Identify (and Fix!) Water Damage from My Second-Story Windows
Did you know that 35% of houses in Portland are almost 100 years old? That’s right—many homes in the Portland area were built between the 1920s and the 1960s. Older homes, like the 1920s Bungalow-style and the 1960s Ranch-style, add charm and character to the Portland area. However, if you live in one of these…
James Hardie Siding: The Perfect Match for Cape Cod Style Homes
Faulty siding can compromise your home’s protective layer and cause moisture penetration, leading to wood rot and mold. You can avoid the costly problems wood siding causes by discovering the benefits of durable fiber cement siding. When looking for new siding for your Cape Cod style home, protect it well while you bring out the…
Will New Windows Help Reduce Outside Noise in My Home?
Ninety-seven percent of the U.S. population is exposed to harmful levels of noise. From heavy traffic to planes, lawn mowers, and garbage trucks, exposure to unwanted noise can contribute to unhealthy reactions like stress, and decrease your productivity in the workplace. Your home is a personal space to enjoy life with friends and family. It’s…
How to Modernize Your Ranch Style Home with James Hardie
Inspired in the 1930s by Spanish Colonial architecture, Ranch homes were designed with low rooflines, wide eaves, and cross ventilation to overcome the heat. They were looked at as a modern, casual home style. Today, a Ranch style home’s versatile ability to take on various looks makes it appealing to a wide variety of tastes….
How Important Is Window Efficiency?
10 Problems Homeowners Solve by Installing New Windows
Problems James Hardie Siding Solves for Your Home
Every home, especially the exterior, will have its share of problems. That is simply the nature of owning a property. But as a responsible homeowner, you’ll want to minimize the number of problems your home faces. Not only does this save you from unwarranted struggles but it protects the lifespan of your greatest investment. As…
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