In homes, as in personal relationships, nothing beats a great first impression. High quality windows and doors set a welcoming tone and raises the perceived value of your entire home as well as providing added security.

Your choice must complement your home’s architecture with an appropriate window and door style including moldings and trim

The vendor links on this page represent only a small portion of the information available. Start with these sites to begin pulling together your ideas and plans.

There is a huge selection of windows and doors to choose from.  Understanding your specific requirements will help you select the best materials, style and operation for your needs.

This selection should be focused on environmental factors (passive Solar Design), Security, and Privacy, in addition to complimenting the architecture of your home.

 

The key to good solar design is to orient your house so the ridge, or the longer axis of the house, faces south. this can cut your total energy use by 30 to 40 percent. If your site doesn't allow for this orientation, the type of glass used becomes important. You can also adjust your roof overhangs for shade or exposure accordingly.

Garage doors have come a long way since the metal dinosaurs of the past. Not only are they more energy efficient, but they now compliment the architecture of your home. In neighborhoods with covenants that frown on "street-exposed" garage doors, these doors have met success with variance approval.

Where privacy is an issue with an adjacent home, or for natural lighting in a bathroom, Glass Block can be the answer. Today's Glass Block integrated with fiber optics, contrasting patterns, or even ventilation fans are becoming more popular.

 

You will want to make sure your window and door package compliments your style of home and needs.