All-Weather Is Moving! Find Out How We’re Celebrating

February 18, 2016 Doug Bennett

It’s a bittersweet moment for the All-Weather team as we announce that we are moving from our Mission location! For 25 years, the yellow umbrella has served thousands of Kansas City residents in choosing the best windows, doors, or siding for them. So what’s next for All-Weather and how will we continue to deliver the best service to our customers?

Bigger & Better Showroom

Although we are moving, it’s not very far! We are headed less than 5 miles away from our Johnson Drive location, to our new and improved showroom off Shawnee Mission Parkway. With 3,000 more square feet, we will be able to share even more of the high-quality products that we recommend. From Andersen windows to ThermaTru and Andersen doors, our customers will be able to see more variety.

Same Great Team

The best part about moving is that our same great team is coming along with us! As with any decision that we make at All-Weather, we think through every little detail to ensure that quality is not lost for the customer. Our team of experienced Anderson installers and experts is still accessible to customers who come to visit our new showroom. With their dozens of years of experience there is rarely a question that they can’t answer.

Whether you’re looking for new windows and doors, or you’re just in the neighborhood, be sure to visit us at 7710 Shawnee Mission Parkway, Overland Park, KS, 66202. Hope to see you at our new location soon!

Windows

2016 Trends in Window Treatments

January 6, 2016 Doug Bennett

The home design game is changing. No more dramatic velvet drapes, or heavy ropes and cords. 2016 is ringing in a new era for window treatments. Since we are in the window installation and replacement business, we are very familiar with the way homeowners like to accent our products. Here are three of the biggest window treatment design trends to look for in 2016.

Au-Natural Window Treatments

Natural and organic materials are making a huge comeback in the home design world. With environmentally conscious ideas infiltrating every market, it’s not really much of a surprise to see it pop up in interior design. Look for natural fiber blinds and drapes, like natural wood slats, bamboo roman shades, and crisp, clean white linen drapes.

Image from Serena Remote Control Shades at Lowes

Smart Shades

Interior design is also having a huge love affair with technology at the moment. From high-tech kitchen appliances, to smart window shades, we are seeing a lot of high-tech window gadgets that can be programmed to automatically adjust to the sunlight by the time of day, or based on your personal preferences. If you’re not too keen on spending a lot of money on these smart shades, there’s a cheaper option on the market that allows you to do the proper adjusting, while still allowing more natural light in. These shades are open at both the top and bottom, and allow you to adjust them to block where the sun’s rays are harshest. This allows for a customized shaded experience, but still keeps your home filled with natural light, allowing you to use less artificial light throughout the day.

Child and Pet Safe Window Treatments — Image from Home Depot

Safer Windows

In the past year, there have been a handful of news stories about young children and pets getting caught in window blind cords. This has spurred many window blind manufacturers to vow to start offering more child and pet-safe options. We are now seeing many of these options debut on the market. These cordless and ropeless versions are also very aesthetically pleasing, with a wide range of color and design choices.

If you feel like new window treatments won’t do enough to beautify your existing windows, give All-Weather Window, Doors & Siding a call today at 913-262-4380. We can help you find the right window replacement options for you!

Doors

Upcycle Your Home’s Old Entry Door

December 7, 2015 Doug Bennett

If you’ve recently remodeled your home, you might have a lot of excess materials you need to dispose of. Instead of throwing all of your old things out, see if you can upcycle or repurpose some of them. Old doors are one item that you can reuse in other ways, especially they have unique or interesting characteristics. One of our favorite ways to upcycle an old door is by making it into a table. These are great for unique dining or kitchen tables that spark conversation at dinner parties. All-Weather explains how you can create a DIY table with your old door.

Materials You’ll Need

Old door
4 wood posts
Drill and screws
Pocket-hole jig
Power sander and sandpaper
Chop saw
Paint and brushes
Four 1x3x8′ plank boards
Beveled-cut glass the size of door/tabletop

Get Building

Cut your wood posts to length. The height of most dining tables is 29 inches. Subtract the thickness of the door and the glass covering, and what’s left over should be the height of your wood posts.
Use 1×3 plank boards to make the skirt boards. The skirt is the wood overhang that spans the length between the legs and holds the tabletop up. To determine the size of the skirt pieces, measure the length and width of the door (tabletop), then subtract the thickness of the posts (legs), then subtract another 2 inches to give the tabletop a 1-inch overhang on all sides.
Drill three pocket holes on the inside ends of skirt boards. This is where you will attach the skirt to the posts.
Drill single pocket holes along the inside of the skirt board spaced about a foot apart. These will be used to attach the skirt boards to the underside of the tabletop.
Assemble the table base by screwing the legs to the skirt through the side pocket holes.
Sand, prime and paint the table base. Let it dry completely.
Attach the table base to the top, then screw through the single pocket holes on the inside of the skirt boards.
Last, lay the beveled glass on top of the door.

On the flipside, if you’ve recently had an All-Weather door installed in your Kansas City home and don’t want to reuse your old one, we will dispose of it for you free of charge. Call us today at 913-262-4380 to install your new doors.

Doors

The Best & Worst Doors for Increasing Energy Efficiency in Your Home

November 24, 2015 Doug Bennett

When the cold air moves into the Kansas City area you know it because you can feel it start to seep into your home through undetected nooks and crannies. One of the best ways to keep your home energy efficient during the winter months (and year round) is with high quality windows and doors. Stop cold air in its tracks this winter with one of these three energy efficient door picks from All-Weather Window, Doors & Siding.

Steel Doors

Steel doors have some of the highest energy efficiency ratings, usually just behind most fiberglass doors. Since many steel doors are manufactured for the utmost security, they’re usually tightly fitted to the door’s frame and lock shut securely. Newer steel doors don’t look like the cold, bland doors we’ve seen in the past. Newer steel doors have increased style, but you still don’t get quite as many options as with fiberglass or wood doors.

Fiberglass Doors

Considered some of most energy efficient options on the market, fiberglass doors, from brands we carry like Andersen and Therma-Tru, are a great option to keep your home nice and cozy this winter. Decked out with properly fitted weather stripping and door sweeps, these doors are almost totally resistant to winter weather from wind to sleet to snow. Fiberglass doors are also among the most durable door materials. They get fewer dings than steel, and don’t require restaining or repainting like wood.

Wood Doors

Wood doors are beautiful and still a classic look, but they are not the best at insulating your home from the elements. Wood allows more heat to pass through than steel or fiberglass doors. Wood doors can still do a decent job though, especially in more temperate areas. If you love the look of wood, make sure you add weatherstripping and a door sweep to maximize its energy efficiency. While they aren’t the most energy efficient doors, they still have a lot of pros. Wood doors are less likely to get dinged than steel doors, and are also very easy to repaint or stain when you decided to change the style of your home.

All-Weather can help you find the right door for your home in one of our showrooms conveniently located throughout the Kansas City area. Call us today at 913-262-4380 to set up an appointment to find your perfect door with one of our product specialists.

Doors, Windows

The Importance of Storm Windows in Kansas City

November 11, 2015 Doug Bennett

The inevitable chill of winter is not far off. Before it gets here make sure your home is prepared to fend off the elements efficiently and able to keep you and your loved ones nice and toasty. While your mind might immediately think about calling your furnace technician, you might actually want to take a second to think about your home’s windows and doors. Up to 40% of your home’s energy costs in the winter can be spent combating air infiltration through windows and doors. Infiltration is the air leaking around and thru older and poor fitting windows and doors. At All-Weather, we know that one of the best ways to keep air infiltration to a minimum in your home is by installing storm windows and installing front doors in Kansas City. Here are just a few reasons they’ll help keep you warmer and your energy bills lower this winter.

Reduce Drafts and Leakage with Storm Windows & Doors

Storm windows are secondary windows installed on the interior or exterior of the primary windows. They can help buffer extreme temperatures by blocking the amount of outside air that reaches the inside of the home. A properly installed high performance storm window can virtually eliminate air infiltration by creating a barrier outside of the primary window. The result is much less pressure on the primary window and the reduction of air leakage.

They’re an Economically Smart Decision

Not only will installing storm windows and doors help decrease your energy bills, but they can also be a less expensive alternative to installing all new energy-efficient windows. While energy-efficient replacement windows in Kansas City are still your best bet to cut costs and increase the longevity of your windows, it’s not always in everyone’s budget. Storm windows can cost as little as a quarter of the price of a quality replacement window, and they can help reduce heat loss by up to 20% or more if you currently have single pane windows.

Storm Windows & Doors Reduce Maintenance Needs

Since storm windows and doors add an extra barrier, they also help protect your primary windows and doors from the elements. Besides harsh winds, storm windows also help protect against rain, snow, sleet, hail, and other debris that gets hurled through the air by heavy winds. This can help reduce the amount of maintenance you’ll need on your windows and doors, which will also help increase their lifespan.

Not any old storm window or door will do though. Make sure you look for a quality product that can be installed by a company that knows what they’re doing. Call All-Weather Window, Doors & Siding today at 913-262-4380 to check out your storm window options before winter gets here.

Doors, General News, Windows

Preparing Your Kansas City Home for Fall

October 20, 2015 Doug Bennett

With the changing leaves comes a change in season as well. Before winter’s chill sets into the Kansas City metro area, make sure you’ve got all your ducks in a row. Taking a few preventative steps now towards winterizing your home can save you a lot of time, money, and hassle later on down the road.

Take Care of Leaky Windows & Doors

Take these extra steps to keep your home more comfortable and your energy bills lower this winter. Check your windows and exterior doors for air leaks near the edges and frames. Put your hand an inch or two away from your window or door near edges and feel around for a draft of wind. If you find any leaks, use caulk to seal them up. You can call a window and door expert from All-Weather to come out to your house and test the energy efficiency of your windows and doors for a more thorough evaluation. If you’ve been on the fence about replacing any windows or doors, now is also the time the bite the bullet while the weather is still nice out.

Clear Out the Gutters

All the foliage is beautiful this this time of year, but it can get stuck in some hard to reach places when it falls for the season, like in your gutters. If you don’t already have gutter protectors, now is the time to clean out leaves and debris. Leaves and other debris can clog your gutters, causing water damage to your roof, dislodging gutters, and creating ice dams in the winter that can be downright dangerous.

Winterize Outdoor Faucets

You’re probably watering your lawn less and less now, but pretty soon it will be time to leave it be for the season. At that point it’s important to drain your outdoor faucets and hoses of all water and disconnect them for the season. If the water supply is kept on, you could risk frozen water still in the system bursting some of your pipes, which can be a costly repair.

Clean Out the Chimney

Make an appointment to get your chimney cleaned before your start using your fireplace again this season. This will ensure that your chimney is clear of any debris that might have gathered in the flue since last winter. Animals can build nests and soot can build up over time. These can become a potential fire and smoke hazard if left uncleared and clogging your chimney.

Test Smoke Detectors

You should always test your smoke detector twice a year, and the fall should be one of those times. When the holiday season gets here you’ll have all types of potential fire hazards, christmas trees and lights strung up, the oven baking, a fire in the fireplace, the list goes on. Make sure your smoke detector has full batteries and is working correctly leading into this busy time. It’s better to be safe than sorry.

Get a Furnace Tune-Up

Now is also a great time to get a furnace tune-up to ensure a more comfortable season. Furnace tune-ups keep your system working efficiently, which helps keep your heating bills lower, and helps decrease the likelihood of breakdowns when you’ll need your furnace the most this winter.

Call All-Weather Window, Doors & Siding today at 913-262-4380 to help you prepare your home for the cold season in Kansas City.

Windows

5 Ways to Reuse Old Windows

October 7, 2015 Doug Bennett

Have you recently replaced your old drafty windows with new energy-efficient windows just in time for the cooler season? If so you’re one smart cookie, but you don’t have to throw away your old windows, you can recycle them! We don’t mean in a compost pile. We mean, there are several ways you can reuse old windows that can add charm to your home.

Create a Unique Chalkboard

Use your old windows, panes and all, in new and creative ways that you can use to add a little pizzaz to your house. Try using chalkboard paint to paint over the glass in between panes. Hang the old window in your office, kitchen or foyer and use as a place to leave notes or reminders.

Shadowbox Coffee Table

Another option is adding hinges to one side and attaching it to an old dresser drawer and adding legs to create your very own shadow box coffee table! You can use it as a way to creatively display items, while also using it as storage.

DIY Picture Frame

Use double sided disappearing tape to place pictures in different grid panes of an old window. Then hang it for a rustic shabby-chic display.

Framed Mirror

Replace the glass in the old window frame with a custom fit mirror for an unexpected decoration. This unique look is a great way to also bring more light into a room. Reflective objects disperse light, which is great in rooms with fewer windows.

Greenhouse

If you’ve got a green thumb, you’ll love this one. Use hinges to attach the old window to a plywood box so that it opens on one side. Then add soil and plant herbs or vegetables that grow in the winter. The window will allow your plants and herbs to get much needed sunlight, while also shielding them from the harsh wind and snow.

If you’re going to be replacing your windows soon, these are some great ways to recycle. But many of these ideas require some DIY. If DIY projects aren’t for you, All-Weather Window, Doors & Siding can also dispose of your old windows for you, free of charge. No worries. Call us today at 913-962-4380 .

Doors, Windows

All-Weather Windows, Doors & Siding Saves Energy Bills

October 1, 2015 Doug Bennett

When it comes to windows, doors and siding in Kansas City, All-Weather Windows, Doors & Siding has you covered. Each one of our projects is carefully handled from the time the homeowner asks for an estimate to the time of its completion. Our customers love the work we do, and we love to do great work for our customers. We also like showing off the work we do for our customers. Here’s a recent project we wrapped in Leawood.

Modern Upgrades for a Dated Kansas City Home

These Kansas City homeowners had owned the house for more than 10 years, living with the same original windows in the 17-year-old structure. They were starting to become drafty and inefficient. All-Weather’s team replaced 14 windows in the back and a sliding glass door with products from the Andersen 400 Series.

Upgrade to Andersen Windows for Unmatched Energy Savings

Their old windows had become drafty over the years, which had really affected the comfort level of their home as well as their heating and cooling bills year round. With their new Anderson replacement windows installed, the homeowners house has become significantly more energy efficient. Drafts are kept at bay, allowing the home to feel cooler in the summer, and warmer in the fall.

Kansas City’s Home Exterior Experts Since 1986

The All-Weather Windows, Doors & Siding team were very happy to serve our customers’ needs, and thrilled the project has been such a success. Here’s what the homeowners had to say about their experience working with the All-Weather Window, Doors & Siding team:

“They were very professional, considerate and nice to work with…from the owner to salespeople to installers. They always cleaned up every day.”

Replace your old, drafty windows with newer energy efficient ones today! Call the window and door replacement experts: All-Weather Windows, Doors & Siding!

Siding

Diamond Kote Pre-Finished Siding Will Impress

September 3, 2015 Doug Bennett

Siding isn’t something you change very often on your home. It’s a big decision that you’ll see every day for years on end. So do your research before you choose a siding option you’ll have to live with. All-Weather Window, Doors & Siding has been in the business of helping Kansas City homeowners install quality products that are beautiful and that stand up to the elements for more than 25 years. We only suggest products we know you’ll be happy with. One that we’ve recently added to our product line-up is Diamond Kote pre-finished siding in the Kansas City area. Here’s why we know you’ll love it.

Advanced Color Technology Keeps Siding Fade-Free

Diamond Kote’s pre-finished siding is specifically designed to hold up to the day-to-day elements. It starts by using only the purest raw materials, like naturally derived color pigments found in the earth. Then, a computer applied robotic spray guarantees an even coating of color. From there, a state-of-the-art oven curing process produces a durable, scratch-resistant finish. This process helps protect against blistering, peeling, and flaking for long-term, low-maintenance performance.

Custom Color for a Unique Look

And it’s not only the technology of Diamond Kote pre-finished siding that you’ll be impressed with, but you’ll also fall in love with your color options. Offering several color collection options, from neutrals to nature-inspired, to dramatic bold, to premium rustics, you’re sure to find a vibrant, rich, and luxe color that is perfect for your home. And if not, you’re in luck. Diamond Kote can also combine colors to create a custom blend just for you. The freedom to create your dream home is within arm’s reach.

Check out the amazing pre-finished siding options by Diamond Kote Siding at All-Weather Window, Doors & Siding today. Drop by one of our showrooms, or call us today at 913-262-4380 to set up an appointment or in-home consultation.

Doors, Windows

Wincore Products at All-Weather Windows, Doors & Siding

August 27, 2015 Doug Bennett

All-Weather Window, Doors & Siding is proud to announce our new partnership with Wincore Windows & Doors. We will now carry their replacement windows and entry doors alongside our other outstanding products. As a company that has made its name on quality products and service, we can assure you that our latest partnership follows our deep-rooted standard for excellence. Here are just a few reasons to consider Wincore vinyl replacement windows and Kansas city entry doors for your home.

Superior Window Technology

Wincore’s vinyl replacement windows are crafted with the latest technological advances. You can expect things like contoured vinyl frames that truly replicate the traditional appearance of wood, as well as Low-E glass coupled with warm-edge technology that ensures state-of-the-art modern performance and most importantly energy efficiency. These replacement windows are manufactured to really stand up to the elements and perform at a high level.

Beautiful Doors That Perform

Wincore entry door systems create beautiful entry doors that greet your guests with classic elegance and style. These doors are made with top quality materials and construction, and also come with a Lifetime Limited Transferrable Warranty. You can also expect nearly every door in Wincore’s line to come with the EnergyStar label. These doors seal your home off from the harsh elements outside and help keep your energy bills low each month. And you won’t have to sacrifice beauty for performance. Wincore gives you a wide variety of options when it comes to hardware, color, glass, etc., so it’s easy to customize your door exactly the way you want it.

Call All-Weather Window, Doors & Siding today at 913-262-4380 or come into one of our showrooms to get more information on Wincore products for your Kansas City area home. We know you’ll be just as impressed as we are with these new products.

The Best Windows, Doors & Siding in KC. Guaranteed!

Bigger & Better Showroom

Same Great Team

Au-Natural Window Treatments

Smart Shades

Safer Windows

Materials You’ll Need

Get Building

Steel Doors

Fiberglass Doors

Wood Doors

Reduce Drafts and Leakage with Storm Windows & Doors

They’re an Economically Smart Decision

Storm Windows & Doors Reduce Maintenance Needs

Take Care of Leaky Windows & Doors

Clear Out the Gutters

Winterize Outdoor Faucets

Clean Out the Chimney

Test Smoke Detectors

Get a Furnace Tune-Up

Create a Unique Chalkboard

Shadowbox Coffee Table

DIY Picture Frame

Framed Mirror

Greenhouse

Modern Upgrades for a Dated Kansas City Home

Upgrade to Andersen Windows for Unmatched Energy Savings

Kansas City’s Home Exterior Experts Since 1986

Advanced Color Technology Keeps Siding Fade-Free

Custom Color for a Unique Look

Superior Window Technology

Beautiful Doors That Perform

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