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Replacing Your Windows? Try These Design Recommendations

If you’re replacing the windows in your Kansas City area home, you know that you have many options. While performance is always a top priority, design can often be overlooked when it comes to the big picture. While you might like the style of one window, it might not have the right design aspects to mesh with your home. All-Weather Window, Doors & Siding has lots of experience with this sort of problem. Check out these window design recommendations from the Kansas City window experts.

Bright WindowsCapture More Light

A common complaint among homeowners is that they can’t get enough natural light to illuminate the inside of their home. Natural light not only makes everything look better and more welcoming, but it naturally attracts people. One way to harness the power of sunlight is to create a window design that captures more of it. Choose a window installment that includes transoms and sidelights to maximize the amount of light that comes into your home.

Fresh Windows Stacked AwningUse Windows To Freshen Up Your Home

Windows don’t just have to be a way to add light into you home. When installed correctly, they can also increase the amount of fresh air that ventilates throughout your home. Installing roof windows directly above wall windows creates updrafts that funnel warm air outdoors and away from living areas.

Window Placement FoyerProper Window Placement Is Key

Window placement is very important to get a more aesthetically pleasing look, both inside and out. Installing windows in a way that complements the layout of your home can take a room from drab to fab. Placing a window on a wall opposite your front doorway creates a warm, welcoming effect. When your exterior view isn’t the most desirable, proper window placement can focus your sights on the more appealing part of your surroundings, and keep the unwanted views hidden from sight.

Stained Glass Window PalcementPersonalize It

Lastly, personalizing your windows is a great way to ensure that you’ll always enjoy looking at it. Little things like grille patterns, a splash of color, even latches and handles can make a huge difference. Play around with combinations until you find the one that suits your style and your home.


For more design ideas, take a peek at our  guide to 112 Ways to Make Your Home’s Windows Stand Out.

Doors, General News, Windows

Summer Energy Savings: Windows & Doors Checklist

When the Kansas City temperatures start rising, so do your cooling bills. But just because All-Weather isn’t a heating and cooling company doesn’t mean we can’t help you save money on your monthly energy bills. Here are a few things we can help you do today to help you save on your bills tomorrow and beyond.

Energy Efficient windowsInstall Energy-Efficient Windows

One of the biggest ways we can help you save is by helping you choose the right windows for your home. We offer many styles and options, but if you’re looking to save on your summer cooling bills, you should look at our energy-efficient windows. Our Andersen Windows come with a variety of glass options, many of them having superior thermal and UV-shielding properties. Plus, their weatherstripping and closing functions are airtight, meaning you won’t feel a draft.

Pick the Proper Window TreatmentsWhite Window Blinds & Drapes

One way to help you keep the sun’s warm rays from heating up your home like a greenhouse is by installing the right type of window treatments. Utilizing your window treatments during the day can help you deflect the light and heat, and keep your home cooler, thereby decreasing the need for your air conditioner to keep running on high. Install white or light colored blinds or shades that won’t absorb the heat from the sun. Also, the more opaque your window treatments are, the less likely the sun’s rays are to seep through.

Sturdy Front DoorDitch the Drafty Door

Your doors are meant to keep many things out of your home, from intruders, to debris, to wind. Don’t let that hot and humid summer air leak into your home and make you uncomfortable and a few dollars poorer. If your current door isn’t up to par, replace it with an energy-efficient door from All-Weather that can withstand the elements. We only sell the best quality doors from Andersen Windows and Therma-Tru. These doors have great insulation and thermal properties that shield your home from the exterior temperature changes. They also come installed with airtight weatherstripping and framing.


Bet you didn’t think of turning to a window, door and siding company to keep your energy bills down? Call All-Weather Window, Doors & Siding at 913-262-4380 to install your energy-efficient windows and doors today.

Doors, Windows

8 Personal Touches You’ll Appreciate When You Choose All-Weather

8 Personal Touches PhotoAt All-Weather Window, Doors and Siding, we go out of our way to make sure all of our customers are satisfied. That’s one reason we have so many repeat customers. We believe personal service is what sets us apart from our competition. Of course, we realize that if you don’t know what to expect from a window and door company, you may not know what you’re missing when you choose someone else. We came up with this list of extras you get when you choose to purchase your doors and windows from us. When shopping around, don’t forget to ask the others about these personal touches that we always provide our customers.

Match Replacement Window Paint/Stain Color

Many window companies offer 3 or 4 colors to paint or stain your windows. These colors rarely match your interior trim. With All-Weather, we can take a sample of your existing trim and match the color exactly for a professional and seamless look. We even use color matched wood putty so your door and trim looks flawless.

Door Painting/Staining Done Before Installation, In Our Shop, Not In Your Home

When you buy a new replacement door, did you think to ask if it comes painted or not? Most people don’t. An unpainted door, installed in your home requires you to paint it yourself or hire a painter. Either solution involves days of sanding, sealing,
painting, topcoat, drying time, etc. not to mention the mess and inconvenience of not being able to close the door until the finish dries. At All-Weather, we let you select the stain color ahead of time, we finish it our shop with paint you provide, and install it in your home ready to use – no odor, sanding, painting or mess. We spray our doors instead of using brushes for a perfect finish. We even cut all the trim outside to eliminate sawdust in your home.

Match Door & Window Trim Styles

There are dozens of different trim styles available. We take the time to match your new trim to your existing trim so your doors and windows fit seamlessly into your décor. We even have access to companies who specialize in old trim. They have the original knives used to create trim decades ago so they can match trim styles
from the turn of the century! You can even get specific species of wood that aren’t popular today. If you have an older home in Brookside, for instance, we can most likely still match the trim.

Schlage Hardware on All Entry Doors

In industry tests, the part of your door that gives way to let intruders in is often the hardware. Even a deadbolt can be bent if enough pressure is applied. That’s why we use Schlage hardware, the most stylish and secure brand. Schlage has been in business for over 90 years and is one of the most trusted brands in the industry.
All of our doors are installed with Schlage strike plates, deadbolts, knobs and locks, and can usually be keyed alike to minimize the number of keys you need to keep on your key ring. For you minimalists out there, Schlage also offers a keyless entry deadbolt that just needs a number that you enter on a keypad to unlock the door.

Jamb Brace Installed with All Entry Doors

The entry door is only as strong as its weakest point. Usually the first thing to give way when an intruder tries to kick down your door is the wooden jamb surrounding your door itself. Your door and hardware may stay intact, but it will swing open when the wooden jamb is broken. Wood is much softer than metal. That’s why almost all of our exterior replacement doors are installed with a Jamb
Brace. Jamb Brace is a strong metal plate that reinforces your door’s deadbolt with something much sturdier than wood. Simply put, your door cannot be kicked down with a Jamb Brace installed. We recommend a Jamb Brace on every exterior door we install, and many cities require it by code.

Employees with Years of Experience

Experience is a quality that you can’t appreciate until you’ve worked with someone and they ask you the right questions – questions you wouldn’t have even thought to ask because you had no idea they were important. The All-Weather team has over 200 years of collective window, door and siding experience. Our service manager, production manager, and general manager have all been around Andersen windows and doors for over 20 years each. Add our other employees, sales reps and installation crews, and you’ve got a team of smart, savvy, experts on your side.

Running Down Old Window and Door Parts

Andersen windows have been around for 110 years and because they are quality windows, they last. So if you have an older home with older Andersen windows, you may need to replace a part occasionally. All-Weather is the company to call. We once helped a lady find a replacement crank from a 1939 Andersen window! We stock many of the most common replacement parts, and even some not-so-common parts for many different brands as well.

The Only Andersen Showroom in KC Designed for Homeowners

We are proud to be Kansas City’s premier Andersen Circle of Excellence showroom displaying the finest Andersen windows and patio doors. Your other choices are big box stores or showrooms designed for builders and contractors, not homeowners. At All-Weather, we work exclusively with homeowners and we have remodeling oriented knowledge and experience.

At All-Weather Window and Doors, we’ve been installing replacement windows and doors for almost 30 years. Give us a call and experience the difference with All-Weather. Call us at (913) 210-8810 or (816) 673-2480, experience our personal service, and become one of our 40,000+ happy customers.

If you’d like to make your homes windows stand out, download this free guide.

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5 Window Upgrades You’ll Love

With All-Weather Window, Doors and Siding, replacement windows are anything but boring. When it comes to replacement windows in Kansas City, we offer many, many options for homeowners. You never have to settle for a plain old basic window. Our Andersen line offers a plethora of choices for you to personalize your windows to match your style. Just to whet your appetite for style, here is a brief taste of some of the choices you get when you install new replacement windows.

Energy Efficiency Saves Money

Not all glass performs the same. The glass in your new replacement windows affects energy efficiency more than any other component. Andersen offers one of the industry’s widest arrays of glass options, enabling you to find the right choice for your home.

Low-E4 SmartSun Glass PhotoLow-E4® SmartSun™ Glass Offers our best overall thermal performance. It gives you the benefits of Low-E4® glass, plus it helps shield your home from the sun’s heat and filters out 95% of harmful UV rays while letting sunlight shine through.

 

Andersen Low-E4 Glass photoLow-E4® Glass Offers outstanding thermal performance for climates where both heating and cooling costs are a concern. Up to 56% more energy efficient than ordinary dual-pane glass.

 

Andersen Low-E Sun Glass Photo

Low-E4® Sun Glass Offers outstanding thermal performance in southern climates where less solar heat gain is desired. It’s tinted for maximum protection from the effects of intense sunlight while providing all the benefits of Low-E4® glass.

 

Andersen Dual Pane Glass PhotoDual Pane Glass Dual-pane glass is available for projects where codes allow its use. See local code official for requirements in your area.

 

Patterned Glass Adds Privacy with a Decorative Flair

Besides type of glass, patterns are another option to consider. Patterned glass is available in any of the performance options, yet adds another layer of personality. Patterned glass still lets light in, but it obscures vision providing privacy with a unique decorative touch. Cascade and Reed patterns are available in horizontal and vertical orientations.

Cascade Patterned Window Glass Obscure Patterned Window Glass Photo

 

 

 

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Fern Patterned Window Glass Photo Reed Patterned Window Glass Photo

 

 

 

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Add Architectural Style with Window Grilles

Custom Window Grilles Photo
Grilles add personality to your windows plus an architectural touch as well. Andersen 400 Series windows offer a variety of grille patterns to choose from. They can even create custom grille designs. Here are some patterns for casement windows, but grilles are available for other styles of windows too.

Hardware Adds a Touch of Class

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Hardware will affect how your windows look and how they operate. You can choose hardware in a wide array of styles like these pictured here. Andersen offers many different finishes as well including polished, distressed, oil rubbed, antiqued, matte, brushed, satin, and stone in brass, bronze, chrome, nickel, stone, white, and black.

Add Color and Style with Art Glass Windows

Art Glass Window Photo
Add uncommon elegance and a touch of surprise with Andersen art glass window. They are available in a wide variety of patterns classic, artisan, historic and even a Frank Lloyd Wright series. 

Replacement Windows Choices Are Endless

As you can see, at All-Weather Window, Doors, and Siding, the replacement window choices go on and on. Interested in seeing more options? Click the button below to download our guide 112 Ways To Make Your Home’s Windows Stand Out to see dozens of customizable options.

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Windows That Add Pizzazz to Your Home

Adding new windows always makes your home look nicer. But which types of windows really make people step back and say wow? We’ve installed replacement windows for years and while our customers are happy with the look, convenience and energy savings, the thing that excites them the most is when a window really makes a difference in their lives. There are several styles that seem to accomplish this whenever we install them.

Architectural Windows Are the Ultimate in Beauty

Architectural windows are windows that have unexpected shapes to them. They can be hexagonal, rounded at the top and many other configurations. The aesthetic effect is breathtaking. Most architectural windows are in visually prominent areas like front rooms, above an entryway, or in a living room or great room. Like bay and bow windows, they let lots of light in as well as provide an expansive view. The shape, however, adds another dimension of elegance. When you decide to upgrade your windows, consider adding a bay, bow, or architectural style window and add some extra pizzazz along with it. We can even transform an entire wall that may have smaller windows or just a couple of windows. Our cut-through installation can create an entire window wall in just about any configuration you can imagine. The blog post below showcases a replacement job on one of our most dramatic window walls.

Related Read: Helping Homeowners See More Clearly: All-Weather Window Project

Bay Windows Transform a Room

Bay windows are one of the most attention-getting styles we install. Adding a bay window automatically adds drama and elegance to any room. They let lots of light in creating a bright, open, airy feeling. There are many configurations you can choose, including three- and four-window styles. The large center window allows for an uninterrupted view while the side windows can be casement or double hung to allow for ventilation. Visually speaking, a bay window makes the room feel larger, and physically speaking it actually makes the footprint of the room larger as well.

Wrap It Up and Put a Bow on It

Bow windows are very similar to bay windows and deliver basically the same benefits – a light, open, airy feeling as well as a wonderful view to the outdoors. Bow windows are a great alternative to bay windows when you don’t have the space for a bay window. Both styles extend outward, but bow windows don’t extend as far as bay windows. For instance, if you have a window in front of a porch or walkway, a bay window may intrude into the space too far to make it practical, whereas a bow window may fit just fine.

More Ways to Add Style to Your Home With Windows

At All-Weather Window, Doors, and Siding, we’ve installed replacement windows in thousands of homes around Kansas City. Give us a call at (913) 210-8810 or (816) 673-2480 and we can fill you in on all of your options for adding beautiful windows to your home. Besides the style you choose, there are other ways to make your windows stand out. For more information, click on the image below to download our white paper “112 Ways to Make Your Home’s Windows Stand Out”.

 

Doors, General News, Insulation, Siding, Windows

Doug’s Top Tips to Keep Your Home Cozier This Winter

Winter Home Care TipsKansas City winters can be harsh and unforgiving. This year, don’t let the outside weather determine how comfortable you are in your own home. There are many factors that determine the comfort of your home, but many are small and easily overlooked. All-Weather Window, Doors & Siding’s President, Doug Bennett, lists off his top tips to keep your home cozy and comfortable this winter.

Reduce Window & Door Condensation

Condensation on windows and doors is often caused by poor insulation in these areas. It can also be a sign of high humidity levels. If your windows are in good shape but just have old glass, you might consider replacing the glass with more efficient energy saving low-E glass. If the condensation is between the panes, this is most likely due to a broken seal. We can replace the fogged glass with new clean class without having to replace the entire window in most cases.

Related Read: How to Detect Moisture in Your Windows & What It Means

Replace Damaged Weather-Stripping

Weather-stripping is an effective way to seal those nooks and crannies around doors and windows. But if you are able to see sunlight peaking around your door, or it’s leaking cold air into your home, you might need to adjust the door or install new weather-stripping. Weather-stripping can get smashed over time and lose its effectiveness. We can service you door or weatherstripping, which is something many window, door and siding companies do not offer.

Make Sure Storm Windows Are Closed & Windows Are Locked

Storm windows add another layer to your home that cold breezes can’t penetrate. If yours are broken or missing, call our repair shop. We can repair your old ones, or make you new ones. If your sashes are not locked, the weatherstripping cannot do it’s job.

Close Fireplace Doors & Flue

Lastly, close the doors and flues to your fireplaces when they are not being used. This will help reduce the drafts and keep heat loss to a minimum. An open flue will suck the heat right up your chimney. But always check to make sure you open them before kindling up a fire. Closed fireplace flues, when a fire is burning, can cause smoke and ash to overcome your home.

Call All-Weather Window, Doors & Siding to increase the comfort of your home today at (913) 210 -8810 or (816) 673-2480.

Windows

How to Detect Moisture in Your Windows & What It Means

Window CondensationDuring the winter months, it is more common to see condensation, or moisture on your windows. Sometimes it is a harmless side effect of nature, other times it can signal a big problem for your windows. Here’s a simple guideline for you to follow that will help you detect what type of moisture you have on your windows, and what it means for you.

Interior Moisture on Windows

This type of condensation happens when there is a lot of moisture inside your home and the temperature of the window is colder than the air inside your home. This is a common problem these days, with many new homes having whole-home humidifiers and being built to be more energy efficient. Energy efficient home-sealing can make it difficult for moisture to make its way out of your home. Interior condensation can damage paint, plaster, and wood window sills. You can prevent this issue by running your bathroom fan when you shower, your kitchen fan when you cook, and occasionally open a window to allow moisture to make its way out of your home.

Exterior Moisture on Windows

Moisture on the exterior side of your windows is caused by dew. This happens when the window is colder than the dew point outside. This type of condensation doesn’t really cause any damage to your home or windows.

Related Read: 3 Benefits of Window Replacement

Moisture in between Window Panes

Condensation on the inside of your windows, between the panes, happens when the seal between the panes is broken. This signals a real problem in your windows. Make sure to clean your windows thoroughly before jumping to this conclusion. Once you’ve determined that it is indeed condensation between the window panes, you’ll want to call the Kansas City window experts at All-Weather Window, Doors & Siding to replace your windows. New energy efficient windows will not only be clear of condensation between panes, but they will do a much more effective job at keeping the warm air inside your home this winter, thus keeping your utility bills lower.

Call us today at (913) 210- 8810 or (816) 673-2480 if you think your window condensation is due to a broken window seal.

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3 Ways to Bring Holiday Cheer to Your Windows

Window Decorations KCIt’s the most wonderful time of the year! So why not show your cheer to the world with beautiful window displays in your Kansas City area home. Many times your tree gets all the love this time of the year, but some tastefully decorated windows can add a significant amount of charm and warmth to your home and overall holiday displays. The window experts at All-Weather Window, Doors & Siding have rounded up our three favorite ways to display your festive joy in your windows this season without damaging them.

Use Those Candy Canes

Candy corn is the designated candy of the fall, but once winter comes around, it’s all about those candy canes. Instead of eating all of them (while tempting), why not put them to use in your holiday decorations. The red and white stripes are perfectly festive, and the cane shape is delightful. Make a Candyland window display, and hang your candy canes with festive red ribbon, or another of your choosing. Tie the ribbon to your curtain rod. It’s that simple. You can hang the candy canes all at the same length or at varying lengths.

Make Your Own Snowflake Window Clings

Want a fun inside winter activity with the kids? These next two window display ideas are perfect as crafts with the kids, too. Window clings are gel-like self-adhesive stickers that peel off of your windows with ease, and don’t leave any sticky residue that could damage your windows. All you need is wax paper and puffy paint. You can make your own holiday shapes on the wax paper with the puffy paint. If you have very small kids, or just want them to look really good, trace them on the wax paper first with a pencil, then follow the outline with the puffy paint. Let the paint dry overnight, then carefully peel the designs off of the wax paper. Now you’re ready to decorate those windows!

Let It Snow . . . Indoors

Another great decorating craft to do with the kids is to make your own paper snowflakes! Cut out your one-of-a-kind snowflake designs, and a lot of them. When you’re done, tape them to invisible fishing line of varying lengths. Tie the fishing line to your curtain rod, and watch as the paper snowflakes spin and sway in the window, like real snow. Your kids will find it magical, and guests will love the festive flair.

All of these ideas are simple, DIY crafts that won’t scratch or harm your beautiful windows. If you do happen to need window repair or replacement before the holidays, or anytime, call the window professionals at All-Weather at (913) 210-8810 or (816) 673-2480.

Doors, Siding, Windows

3 Damage-Free Holiday Decorating Tips for Your Kansas City Home

Binder Clip DecorationsWe all love festive holiday decorations, but not the damage many of them leave behind. This year prevent injury to your home, and make the post-holiday cleanup a breeze. All-Weather Window, Doors & Siding gives you three damage-free decorating tips for the holiday season.

Use Binder Clips to Hang Lights on Your Roof

Put the staple gun down. Don’t be a Clark Griswold and end up stapled to your roof. There are more efficient, and less damaging ways hang your holiday lights from your roof. This may seem a little out of the box, but binder clips are actually a perfect partner for your lights. They are the perfect size to hold your lights in place, and are sturdy enough to keep them there all season. It also takes very little time to hang your lights with this technique. Plus, you’ll love the easy cleanup, and your perfectly intact roof when the holidays are over.

Try Zip Ties to Hang Decorations on Porch Railings

Leave the tape in your arts and crafts drawer, and forget about the hot glue gun. This year hang holiday garland or other holiday decorations from your porch railing without having to fix the damage when the holidays are over. Use clear zip ties or fishing line to tie your decorations in place with little to no visual intrusion.

Related Read: DIY Holiday Wreaths for Your Kansas City Front Door

Use Over-The-Door Hooks to Hang Wreaths

Keep your new front door installed by All-Weather looking like new this holiday season. Skip the damaging 3M tape and nails this year. Instead choose over-the-door hooks that can support your holiday wreath without the harmful effects. You may even want to add a piece of felt to the part of the hook that touches the door in case the wind causes the wreath and hanger to swing back and forth possibly scratching your door’s finish.

Call All-Weather Window, Doors & Siding at (913) 210-8810 or (816) 673-2480 today to help you get your home ready for the holidays.

Windows

3 Benefits of Window Replacement

andersen-bow-windowIf your Kansas City home’s windows are getting tired and old, it might be time to replace them. Replacement windows have improved over the years, giving you more options and styles, and benefiting you and your home in many ways. Here are three of the biggest benefits of installing replacement windows with All-Weather Window, Doors & Siding in your home, and why it’s worth the investment.

Lower Energy Bills

We all dread that monthly utility bill that always seems to scam more money from our wallets. But there is a way to make it a little less painful every month. Replacement windows can combat the effects of old, drafty windows with uneven frames and cracked seals and glass. Replacement windows are much more efficient. They can save you up to 25% on your monthly heating and cooling bills.

Related Read: Winter Energy Savings Tips for Your Windows

Less Maintenance

Older windows require constant care when it comes to keeping them efficient as well as keeping them clean. By installing new replacement windows, though, you can avoid a lot of wasted time and money spent on maintenance. Durable materials like vinyl, advanced weather stripping, and insulated glass will help ensure you windows stay efficient for longer, and stay attractive longer too. No more painting window frames and caulking. These new windows will continue to add value to your home over time as well, since their lifespan is much longer thanks to more advanced technology.

Adds Resale Value to Your Home

Not only will you see more value to you home immediately, but you will also see added value when you put it on the market. Efficient, appealing, and long-lasting windows are a great way to increase curbside appeal. Newer windows also help insulate your home better in both the warm and cooler months, and a better insulated home is also more appealing to buyers.

Call All-Weather Window, Doors & Siding today at (913) 210-8810 or (816) 673-2480 to schedule a consultation for new replacement windows for your Kansas City home.

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