The Department of Energy Resources estimates that the average cost of heating your home during this year’s winter in Massachusetts will range from $697 to $2,569, depending on your method of heating. The DOE also estimates that a typical home loses more than 25% of its energy through inefficient windows. If your windows are past their prime, those numbers will only climb. Older windows allow for heat to more…
Read more →It is never too early to start preparing your home for winter, especially after the kind of winters we’ve been experiencing in New England. Here are some helpful tips for preparing your roof to stand up to whatever Mother Nature throws at it this winter. Insulate Your Attic In the colder winter months, the inside of your home will be at a higher temperature than the outside air. Without proper…
Read more →For the first time ever, Hi-Tech Windows & Siding has been named to Remodeling magazine’s list of 550 top home improvement contractors. The Remodeling 550 is a list of the largest remodeling and home improvement companies based on residential remodeling revenue. The list groups remodeling companies into four major categories: full-service, replacement or specialty, insurance restoration, and franchise. Hi-Tech Windows & Siding was ranked #106 in the replacement and specialty…
Read more →The New England storm season is quickly approaching, bringing with it heavy rains, high winds, and other harmful weather elements with it. We may not be famous for them, but we certainly see our share of hurricane-like conditions, which can wreak havoc on your home. Storm damage to your roof and the walls of your home can lead to all sorts of problems, both aesthetically and structurally. Are you sure…
Read more →Anyone can purchase replacement windows off the shelf at their local hardware store. In fact, many contractors will do just that when replacing windows in a home, fitting these pre-fabricated windows into a window opening any way they can. This “one-size-fits-all” method of window replacement leads to shoddy installations, poor energy efficiency, and often damages both the window and the wall in which it is installed. The only way to…
Read more →Your standard, traditional deck is fairly straightforward. It’s a platform, generally attached to the home, that may have handrails and steps leading up to it. Simple stuff. But there’s nothing simple about a Hi-Tech deck! The latest innovation in deck design, a Hi-Tech deck offers a number of options that your standard deck cannot. These options are designed to make it easier to enjoy the deck, providing conveniences and comforts…
Read more →Many people hesitate to start a home remodeling or renovation project because they are unsure of the process, don’t know how to manage it, or are worried about being overwhelmed (and possibly taken advantage of) by contractors. At Hi-Tech Windows & Siding we have a step-by-step process that helps to guide you from the start of a project all the way to the finish. But to help get you started,…
Read more →Here in New England, most of the focus on replacing your home’s windows with new, energy efficient windows centers around keeping your home and family warm during the winter. But did you know that today’s thermally efficient windows can also help your home stay cooler when temperatures rise during the summer? The same thermal qualities that allow replacement windows keep the cold out and heat in during winter months can…
Read more →April showers are a part of life here in New England. But that does not mean that a homeowner has to suffer through leaks, drips and sagging gutters every time the skies open up. Spring rains are great for flowers and lawns, but can also expose damage that has been done to your roofing system during the past winter. The indications might not be obvious at first, but as the…
Read more →Every homeowner wants to protect and enhance the value of their home. The best way to ensure that your home will retain its value – and even grow in value – over the years is to invest in projects to maintain and improve the property. But which type of home remodeling projects offer the best “bang for the buck”? That is the question answered annually by Remodeling magazine, one of…
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Everyone wants to have an attractive home that will give him or her pride. Fortunately, Hi-Tech Windows and Siding Installations Inc. can provide with products and services that can enhance your home’s exterior appeal. These include: (more…)
Read more →One of the many advantages of living in New England is enjoying the fresh air and sunshine of the great outdoors. That’s especially true in the Merrimack Valley region, where the views can be spectacular and the weather cooperates from April through October. And there’s no better place to get the most from outdoor living than on a beautiful, spacious deck that is easily accessible from your home. If you’d…
Read more →Now that we are in the depths of winter you might expect that our crack team of window installers here at Hi-Tech are sitting around waiting for the Spring thaw. But you’d be mistaken. First of all, our window guys are not the type to sit around. They are active, high energy people who are always looking for the next job to do. And we work hard to keep them…
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Extreme climate can cause you to rely more on your HVAC units, leading to an increase in your energy bills. In addition, using heating systems produces carbon footprint, which is bad for the planet. A great way to fix these problems is to build green homes. In this article, Hi-Tech Windows & Siding, Inc. shares some of the reasons why homeowners prefer building green homes such as: (more…)
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Winter is best experienced inside a warm and toasty home, so make sure that you’ve done the necessary preparations to keep the chill out of your living spaces. If you haven’t already, let Hi-Tech Windows & Siding, your reliable home improvement company, help you get started. Here’s a handy winter preparedness checklist to make sure you’re well and prepared for this cold season: (more…)
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Though you can’t see it, you can feel it. The wind may feel nice as a breeze but when coupled with a storm, it can do real damage to your windows. (more…)
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Getting a window replacement is a significant investment that homeowners have to make. You’ve probably wondered how to choose among the many options available. After all, you may not know how to determine the best one for your home. (more…)
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Your front door serves as one of the first defenses of your house. That’s why it’s important to pick one that’s durable enough to withstand harsh weather. (more…)
Read more →We talked about how a door replacement can help you meet your goals and satisfy your needs in parts one and two. Now, to close this series, we examine the (arguably) most important part of the process: installation. (more…)
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Roof replacement is a serious matter. Given the costs and expenses, it’s important to get the right kind of roofing system the first time around. So, what makes a roof “right” for you? Hi-Tech Windows & Siding knows that there are many features to take into consideration. 1. Aesthetics When people think about new roofing in North Andover, MA, the first reason is based on looks. Fortunately, many roofing materials today…
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