Castlegate Entry Doors

Need new replacement windows, exterior doors or a new roof installed on your Indiana home? This is your last chance to take advantage of 2011 government tax credits. Install a new roof or new energy efficient windows or doors and receive 10% of the cost, up to $500 now through December 31, 2011.

There’s never been a better time to make energy efficient improvements to your home.  Save onutility and energy bills this winter and reduce heating costs when you install new windows, doors or replacement roofs, PLUS get up to $500 in tax credits. The federal tax credit can also be combined with state and utility incentives. See below for the list of tax credits available to homeowners this year:

• High efficiency furnaces and boilers – $150
• Air Conditioners and heat pumps – $300
• Main air circulating fans – $50
• ENERGY STAR Windows/Doors – $200
• Energy efficient water heaters – $300
• Roofing – $500

Energy Star approved vinyl replacement windows or doors qualify for this tax credit. The incentive has been reduced to the pre-Economic Recovery Act level. Consumers can claim a credit of 10% up to $200 of the purchase price of qualifying windows, and 10% up to $500 for qualifying exterior doors.

Visit the Energy Star website for information on available tax credits for roof replacements, then call the roofing contractor you can trust in Northern Indiana. Trim A Seal has been providing the highest quality home improvement products and services for over 50 year. Call today for a free estimate 800-271-6355 or visit www.trimaseal.comtoday. Serving all of Lake, Porter, Will and Southern Cook counties.

Energy Saving Tips & Tricks:

1. Turn off all unnecessary appliances and lights. Keep them unplugged and put your computer and monitor to sleep when it’s not being used.
2. Keep traditional fireplaces closed and the dampers shut when not in use.
3. Take shorter showers; cutting your shower time in half can cut your water heating costs
4. Start using energy saving settings on refrigerators, dishwashers, washing machines and clothes dryers.
5. Replace your furnace’s air filter before every heating season begins.
6. A programmable thermostat can save you up to 15% on your heating bill.
7. Insulate hot water pipes and ducts.
8. Make sure your water heater has an insulating blanket.
9. Replace incandescent bulbs with compact fluorescent lamps.
10. Only 20% of homes built before 1980 are efficiently insulated. Replace your windows, doors and siding with energy efficient products that reduce heat loss.

Visit www.Trimaseal.com for more information on our energy efficient windows, doors and vinyl siding products or call 800-217-6355 for a free in home estimate. Click here for special discount offers. We’ve been serving Lake, Porter, Will and Southern Cook County with quality home improvements products and services since 1950.

1.       Completely self-sufficient

The solar powered attic fan solely relies on the power of the sun. During the say, the fan gathers energy and stores it to be used through the night.

2.       It is self-operating

Because the solar powered fan has a built in thermometer, the fan will automatically turn off when the temperature drops to a certain level, and turn back on when it rises to a certain level.

3.       Saves money on energy bill!

While the solar attic fan has an initial investment, there is a very large return.  As well as keeping your house cooler, the solar attic fan can save up to 30% on your energy bills. With the help of the solar powered attic fan, your central heat and air will function more efficiently.

4.       Easy Installation

The fan goes directly into the exterior of the roof, with an installation that takes 1 day.

5.       It’s Green!

The green movement is the wave of the future. More and more we see society striving to find ways of alternative energy. This, along with other various small home improvements, is the first step in the green movement on a small scale.

Contact Trim A Seal of Indiana today for more information about installing a solar attic fan and watch your heating bills drop this winter! www.TrimASeal.com. Trim a Seal has been serving the Northern Indiana area with quality home improvement services since 1950.

Protecting your gutters from being clogged is only one problem you are facing. The other is the hazard invovled with cleaning gutters yourself. Many people today live in 2 story homes. Cleaning gutters can be downright deadly.  If you’re climbing dangerous ladders to clean gutters – you don’t have to! Stop the damage that clogged, overflowing gutters can cause and never clean your gutters again. Gutter Helmet of Indiana stops leaves from entering your gutters, guaranteed. That’s the Gutter Helmet promise and why over one million American’s homeowners have installed this patented gutter protection system. Safeguarding your home and health is easy with Gutter Helmet’s unique gutter guard system.

Gutter Helmet was the very first gutter guard cover developed and it’s  the best gutter cover system in America today. The product’s patented horizontal-rib design is engineered specifically for strength. It’s installed using reinforced heavy gauge brackets that support and strengthen your gutters to also help prevent ice dams and damage to gutters from heavy snows.

For more information or a free consultation, call the gutter pros in Northern Indiana at Gutter Helmet today 1-800-217-6355. Gutter Helmet gutter guards keep rain gutters free from leaves and debris forever. Never clean your gutters again®. Visit www.GutterHelmetofIndiana.com for details or to request a free quote. Ask us how you can save $250 off Gutter Helmet today!

Gutter Helmet of Indiana serves: Porter and Lake County Indiana, Merrillville, Gary, Crown Point, Hammond, Valparaiso, Munster, Highland, Griffith, St. John, Portage, Chesterton, Hobart, Schererville, East Chicago and New Chicago in Illinois.

To locate a Gutter Helmet dealer outside the Indiana area, please visit www.Gutterhelmetlocator.com.

Gutter Helmet's Patented Gutter Protection System

Tax credit limits and deadlines:
• 10% of expenditures, up to $500 for the year, for all energy improvements combined.
• Install a relevant roof by Dec. 31, 2011.
• Save receipts and labels.
• For roofs, installation isn’t covered.

Visit the Energy Star website for information on2011 available tax credits. Then call the roofing contractor you can trust in Northern Indiana. Trim A Seal has been providing the highest quality home improvement products and services for over 50 year. Call today for a free estimate 800-271-6355 or visit www.trimaseal.com today. Serving all of Lake, Porter, Will and Southern Cook counties.

Is your home safe? To find out, simply open your front door and look at the dead bolt plate. You’ll probably discover there’s just one inch of soft wood protecting your home from forced entry. This isn’t enough to prevent a thief from kicking in your door.

How can you make your doorway more secure? A good quality security door is your first line of defense against a home invasion. Protect your home and property from damage and theft with steel security doors from Trim A Seal. We install a full line of steel security, storm and entry doors by HomeGuard that deliver safety, quality and peace of mind. Plus our attractive security entry doors give your home an attractive, beautiful look. All Home Guard steel entry doors come with Lifetime and Beyond Limited Warranty. The exclusive transferable warranty gives peace-of-mind protection against warping, delamination and twisting of the door slab for as long as you own the door and beyond.

steel security door

Contact one of our Trim A Seal entry door installation professionals for a free in home consultation or for more information about our security and steel door styles and available brands visit www.trimaseal or call 800-217-6355. Trim A Seal carries a wide variety of steel security, sliding doors, entry and storm doors by Albany Door and Castlegate, Gerkin®, Indiana Door Co.®. and Home Guard® – many in stock and ready for fast delivery!

Trim A Seal serves Porter and Lake County Indiana and Will and Southern Cook County Illinois including: Merrillville, Gary, Crown Point, Hammond, Valparaiso, Munster, Highland, Griffith, St. John, Portage, Chesterton, Hobart, Schererville, Oak Forest, Tinley Park, South and East Chicago.

Generally, the first question is what kind of door do I want? To figure out what the answer to this question is, we must first ask… What is the main purpose of the door? An entry door can fall under many categories, such as security, aesthetics, or even convenience.

When we think about choosing an entry door, we typically want something that will add character and value to our home, while also allowing us to feel safe from intruders and environmental factors. The best types of doors to satisfy these concerns are made of wood or steel. Both options provide adequate security, as well as provide an opportunity to customize the product to your preference. While steel doors are usually inexpensive and require less maintenance, wood doors add value and a very unique style to your home. Based on which aspects are more important to you, the choice between a steel entry door or a wooden entry door can be found with relative ease.

When choosing a storm door, the main purpose tends to be functional. Storm doors are meant provide insulation to the home, saving energy and even protecting entry-doors from getting damaged. They tend to be a very worthwhile investment when considering the benefits, and the repercussions of not having one.  In addition to providing protection, a storm door can also add a nice touch to a home, increasing value and appearance. The best storm doors are often made of steel and glass, but are also available in wood and screen material.

Call the home improvement experts at Trim A Seal today at 800-217-6355 . Trim A Seal has been a leader in the home improvement industry for more than fifty-years. We’re Northern Indiana and South Chicago’s one-stop-shop for high quality home improvement products and fast, on time installation.

Visit us online at www.trimaseal.com or call today for a free estimate.

Below are a handful of some small home improvements that will satisfy all of these factors, while giving your home a sharp look that will impress the neighbors.

1)      Replace That Old Siding

Replacing your siding is one of the most cost-effective ways you can increase the value of your home. Not only will installing the right siding ensure the protection of your home, but it will also give your house a fresh look that is sure to catch some eyes. Your siding is the first thing people see when they look at your home, and it can make or break a sale. Vinyl siding is one of the best ways to approach this project. By using vinyl, you can save money on installation and the trouble of painting your house.  Choosing this project can get you up to an 80% return on your investment

2)      Install a New Front Door

Although we walk through it virtually every time we enter or leave our home, people sometimes forget how significant a front door can be to the image of their home. The golden rule of choosing a new entry door is to make sure it matches the style of your home. Be sure not to pick something to flashy, and if you do… make sure it looks good to other people as well. This will ensure that when the time comes to sell your home, you can get up to a 104% return.

3)      Improve Your Landscaping

Landscaping your home task can prove to be a daunting and time-expensive task, so it is important to make sure that you know what you are doing. It is hard to visualize a house with new landscaping, so be sure to get many second opinions on your plans. High-quality landscaping will capture a lot of attention, and can drastically improve the beauty and elegance of your home. With a descent amount of landscaping work, you can increase the value of your home by 14%.

4)      Remodel the Kitchen

Don’t be intimidated, remodeling your kitchen can prove to be well worth the time and money if planned and executed properly. One of the main points of interest when searching for a new home is whether or not the kitchen meets a potential buyer’s desires. Choosing one improvement such as installing new flooring, a new counter top, or even re-facing the cabinets can significantly change the appearance of your kitchen and increase the value of your home. You can get up to 74% of your money back by undergoing this project.

5)      Install Energy-Efficient Windows

If you are planning on living in your home for a long time, installing energy-efficient windows can be the perfect solution. This long-term investment will not only boost the value of your home, but it will save you up to 30% on your energy bills and get you a tax credit for energy efficiency. After a while, this investment begins to pay for itself in addition to increasing your home value.

If you live in Northern Indiana or South Chicago and are looking for replacement windows, vinyl siding, gutter protection or new entry doors, please call Trim A Seal of Indiana today at 800-217-6355 for a FREE Consultation.  We’ll help you choose products that qualify for the 2011 tax credit.

Visit www.Trimaseal.com for more information on our products and tax rebates and don’t forget to ask about our Low Price Guarantee.

Trim A Seal of Indiana offers Sunsetter Awnings with professional installation included. And now for a limited time only, save $200 on your new patio cover by Sunsetter. Call the home improvement experts at Trim A Seal to schedule an appointment today. Browse our selection of awnings here.

Call 800-217-6355 today for more information. We service Lake, Porter and Will County Indiana and Cook County (South Chicago), Illinois.

Spring is right around the corner and it almost time to start pulling your spring gear. What better way to enjoy the warm weather, than being out in it. With Trim-A-Seal’s 10% off sales on Awnings & Patio, they are making it even easier to use that old deck or patio in the coming months.

Give them a call at 800-2176355 for a free estimate or visit www.Trimaseal.com today.