Recent studies show that high-quality, professional looking landscaping can add 5-10% percent to a home’s asking price. Where to start? Best to start simple. Clean up what you have. Here’s a quick guide to a fresh looking home exterior.

1. Weed, Edge and Mulch Beds. Start by weeding existing beds. Then add a three inch layer of mulch to all beds to create a colorful, fresh look. Mulch helps hold in moisture, so your plants and shrubs will than you later. Cut fresh edges where grass meets the mulch for a more professional look.

2. Fertilize Your Lawn. For lush, green grass your neighbors will envy, start regular fertilizer treatments and continue with a regular weed & feed schedule each season.  Try and popular brand like Scott’s that is easy to apply. Spend a little extra money to buy a spreader, which quickly and evenly distributes fertilizer over your lawn.

3. Add a Pop of Color. For about $2 per plant, you add colorful petunias, begonias and impatiens to accent sidewalks and beds.

4. Trim Trees & Shrubs. Cut back dead limbs or old growth to encourage new growth. A clean, trimmed landscape looks much more appealing than out of control trees and shrubs.

5. Improve Your Entry. The first thing your guests see is the entrance to your home. If the door is made of wood and in good shape, then a new coat of paint or refinishing it may be enough. But if you have a steel door and you notice it is dented, replace it with a new inexpensive steel door, a fiberglass door or upgrade to a nice wood grain door. Installing a new door can give you home a secure and updated appearance.

6. Check Your Roof.  Your roof is a major part of your home’s exterior and highly visible when passing by.  If your roof has torn or missing shingles, it might be time for a roof repair or new roof. Most roofs last 15-20 years. Installing a new roof on your Indiana home will not only spruce up your home’s exterior, it’s an important part of weatherproofing and saving energy on utilities.

Consider talking with a professional landscaper or home improvement company for more ways on updating your home’s landscape and exterior and improving the curb appeal. Many of these improvements will also help increase the value of your home and make it easier to sell.

Trim A Seal installs energy efficient home windows and entry doors to improve the appearance of your home. Whether your Indiana home needs new vinyl siding, reroofing, awnings, seamless gutters or more – call the home improvement experts at Trim A Seal. We’ve been providing the best quality products and services for your home throughout Northwest Indiana for over 60 years.

Visit www.trimaseal.com for more information.

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Trim A Seal installs vinyl replacement windows, patio door systems, Sunsetter awnings, vinyl siding, steel doors and more. We’ve been providing the best quality products and service to the Northern Indiana and Northeast Illinois area since 1950.

The home improvement experts at Trim A Seal offer a full selection of Sunrise Vinyl Windows like double & single hung, sliders, bay and bow windows, garden and picture windows, and specialty windows as well. Call today for an estimate 800-217-6355 or  visit www.trimaseal.com today.

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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.

New Windows and Doors Add Value

Installing high quality vinyl replacement windows or new steel entry doors can help increase the value of your home. This will allow you to build equity in your home, and have a greater resale value should you decide to move.

Energy Efficient Windows and Doors Lower Energy bills

Did you know that windows are the main source of heat lost in homes? With new energy efficient windows and doors from Trim-A-Seal, you can become more energy efficient and start saving money off those costly heating and cooling bills.

Act fast to take advantage of up to $500.00 in tax saving on the energy efficient products that Trim-A-Seal has to offer.  Tax credits expire on December 31^st so act now! Click here for energy tax credit details.  Call Trim-A-Seal at 800-217-6355 for more information or visit us online at trimaseal.com.

We install new windows, entry, storm, and sliding doors throughout the following Indiana, Ohio and Illinois Cities:

Indiana:

Huntington, South Bend, Gary, Fort Wayne, Mishawaka, Crown Point, Valparaiso, Hammond, Munster, Merrillville, Highland, Warsaw, Portage, Griffith, St. John, Portage, Chesterton, Hobart, Schererville, East Chicago, Leroy, Huntington, La Porte, Hebron, Granger, Munster, Notre Dame, Milford

Illinois:

Orland Park, South Chicago, Calumet City, Prospect Heights, Oaklawn, Homewood, Lansing, Mokena, Alsip, Burbank, Harvey, New Lennox, Frankfort, Crete, Steger, Chicago Heights, Thornton, Hazel Crest, South Holland, Flossmore, Olympia Fields,

Ohio:

Cleveland, Maple Heights, Bath, Bryan, Findlay, Akron, Aurora, Edgerton, Hicksville, Antwerp Payne, Vanwort

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.

Sunrise Bow Window

There are many brands to choose from when it comes to installing vinyl replacement windows. If you’ve decided to get new windows installed, here’s 5 good reasons why you should consider energy efficient, Sunrise Replacement Windows.

1. Sunrise Windows are the most energy-efficient, technologically advanced replacement window systems on the market.

2. Every new Sunrise window installed comes with a transferable, full  lifetime warranty. Most window companies only offer a 5 year warranty.

3. Sunrise vinyl windows are custom-manufactured to fit each home.

4. Our vinyl windows have been awarded the ENERGY STAR® approval for outstanding energy efficiency

5. We only use the most environmentally friendly polyurethane foams to create the most energy efficient windows.

Trim A Seal offers a full selection of Sunrise Vinyl Windows like double & single hung, sliders, bay and bow windows, garden and picture windows, and specialty windows as well.  We install vinyl replacement windows, patio door systems, awnings, vinyl siding, steel doors and more. We’ve been providing the best quality products and service to the Northern Indiana and South Chicago Illinois areas since 1950.

Call today for an estimate 800-217-6355 or visit www.trimaseal.com.  We’re here to help with your next home improvement or vinyl window installation project.  Visit our coupon page for special savings and discounts.

Need new windows or doors for your Indiana home? Upgrade your home with new energy efficient windows and 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. And you win both ways. Not only do you reduce your energy cost when you install new windows and doors, but you c an also get up to $500 in tax credits too. 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

Energy Star approved vinyl replacement windows or doors  may 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. Call now for a free estimate on new windows or doors for your home. Trim A Seal of Indiana has been installing high quality home improvement products for over sixty years! Call 800-217-6355 or visit www.TrimASeal.com for more information.

Installing new energy efficient vinyl windows

Our professional window installation will save you money by reducing air infiltration and increasing the “R” value. Best of all you can lower your heating and cooling bill up to 40% by installing new energy efficient vinyl windows.  Whether you are looking for Double Hung, Bay, Bow, Sliding, Casement, Awning, French Casement, Garden Windows, or Sliding Patio Doors, we’ve got the right window to fit your home.

Sunrise custom windows help make your home more energy efficient. Our vinyl windows have been awarded the ENERGY STAR® approval for outstanding energy efficiency, ensuring you’ll save more on your heating and cooling utility bills. Sunrise windows are rated as some of the best performing, most energy efficient windows available today.

Ask about our special summer discount and get 15% off Sunrise Windows today! We install a full line of Sunrise vinyl windows are custom-manufactured to fit each home and every window we install comes with a Lifetime Warranty.

We’re the vinyl window company that’s been serving the area for over fifty years with high quality installation and service. Call Trim A Seal today for a free, in home window installation estimate in Northwest Indiana or South Chicago. Don’t forget to ask about our Low Price Guarantee. Click here to request an appointment. Call 1-800-217-6355 today.

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.