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Looking to Cut Energy Costs? Consider a Retractable Patio Awning

admin — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 23:19:16 +0000

Usually, we choose an awning for personal comfort reasons only. Having an awning over the patio during the hot summer months is a relief and helps make outdoor spaces more enjoyable. And having a retractable awning is exceptionally convenient. However, something that you may not have considered is that because outdoor shade products, like awnings, reduce the amount of sun penetrating your windows, they actually help to reduce energy costs! In fact, a study by the American Society of Heating and Air Conditioning Engineers concluded that an awning reduces heat gain by 55-65% during the time of the day when the sun shines directly on southern facing window and glass doors. For western exposure, the reduction in heat gain is 72-77%. That’s a substantial savings, both in energy usage and costs.

Awnings and patio covers not only save money for home owners but they can also be good for the environment. How you may ask? Because using an awning contributes to a reduction in a household’s demand for energy which then directly reduces the impact of global warming from greenhouse gas emissions due to excessive energy use.

The energy savings benefit of retractable awnings isn’t just effective during the summer. It extends into the winter as well! The ability to retract the awnings in the winter (as opposed to fixed roof structures) allows the warmth of the sun to penetrate back through your windows and glass doors, helping to heat the house and once again reduce heating costs and energy usage.

Whatever the weather, you can’t go wrong investing in a retractable awning or patio cover.

Contact the awning installation experts at Trim-A-Seal today! For more information visit www.trimaseal.com or call 1-800-217-6355.

Trim-A-Seal of Indiana installs Gutter Helmet, replacement windows, doors, roofing, vinyl siding and awnings throughout Northern Indiana and Northeast Illinois including Ft. Wayne, Crown Point, Gary, South East Chicago, Orland Park and the surrounding areas.

Tips for Cleaning Vinyl Siding

admin — Sat, 12 Jun 2010 01:19:10 +0000

Remember how bright and new your vinyl siding used to look when you first built your house? It’s discouraging to see how dull the vinyl siding gets after months and years of dirt and wear. The good news is, you can get that shiny new look back without breaking the bank. You can do it yourself! You have two options: pressure washing or a traditional cleaning with a hose and bucket.

Why use a pressure washer?
Using a pressure washer is definitely faster and less labor intensive than scrubbing the vinyl siding. All you do is pull the trigger! However some concern has arisen that the force of the water could cause the water to go under the vinyl and through the seams causing potential damage and rot to underlying wood or cause mold and mildew growth. Also, if you use a pressure washer, make sure to use a cleaner that is environmentally friendly and won’t harm surrounding plants.

Why use a hose and buckets?
The old fashioned way to clean your vinyl siding is more difficult but definitely has its advantages. Simply washing the vinyl with soap and water with a strong brush eliminates the worry that water could be forced under the siding. It can also be considered more environmentally friendly because there’s no need for an electric or gas engine.

Vinyl siding is almost maintenance free, but like anything exposed to the elements, it will eventually need some cleaning. You just have to determine which method is best for you! And remember…if you’re thinking of installing vinyl siding, contact the professionals at Trim-A-Seal of Indiana!

Looking for a free vinyl siding estimate? Call the vinyl siding experts at Trim-A-Seal of Indiana today at 1-800-217-6355. They are standing by to answer your questions. Or visit us online at www.trimaseal.com Homeowners in Indiana have been choosing the professionals at Trim-A-Seal for over fifty years.

Trim-A-Seal 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.

Why Choose Gutter Helmet For Your Gutter Protection System?

Zack — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 00:57:34 +0000

As many of us know, there are many gutter protection services in Northwest Indiana available to us homeowners. The question is, why choose Gutter Helmet? What makes Gutter Helmet a preferred customer choice over other brands? Well, there are many reasons, but one is most prominent. The Gutter Helmet protection system has one quality that no other brand on the market offers, this being the patented “Nose-Forward” design. As you can see in the picture, the nose of the system extends over past the gutter, allowing debris (twigs, leaves, etc.) to flow far past the gutter and onto the ground, as opposed to into your gutters. Many other brands attempt to imitate this system, but none are able to replicate it, allowing the debris to penetrate their system in various ways. Another benefit from choosing Gutter Helmet, is it’s ability to keep out nests, hives, and pests from clogging your gutters. Many other brands of gutter protection have systems that allow easy access for insects and animals, making them prime spots to nest in. Because of the sleak and smooth “Nose Foward” design, the opening between the system and the gutter is too small for anything to get in. Make the smart choice when looking for gutter protection systems, and choose Gutter Helmet… The first, the best, the #1 gutter protection system in the world!

For more information about how Gutter Helmet gutter protection system works, visit us at our www.trimaseal.com or call 800-217-6355. For spring discounts, visit our coupon page. Serving Lake and Porter County Indiana.

Indiana:

Huntington, South Bend, Gary, Fort Wayne, Mishawaka, Crown Point, Valparaiso, Hammond, Munster, Merrillville, Highland, Naperville, 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, Wheaton, Mt. Prospect, Calumet City, Elmhurst, Lombard, Harwood Heights, Park Ridge, Lake Forest, Palatine, Oak Park, Lisle, Hindsdale, Wood Dale, Elk Grove Village, Westmont, Des Plaines, Skokie, Des Plains, Hillside, Prospect Heights, Oaklawn, Homewood, Hoffman Estates, Lansing, Libertyville, Homewood, Mokena, Vernan Hills, Woodridge, St. Charles, Villa Park, Bradley, North Brook

5 Reasons To Replace Your Aluminum/Cement Siding With Vinyl Siding…

Zack — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 20:40:28 +0000

1. Great quality that can withstand rocks from lawnmowers, weather, etc.
2. Significantly improve face value and appearance of your home at low prices.
3. Easily replace a single damaged piece of siding.
4. Only maintenance is to spray and wash twice a year.
5. Long lasting and durable.

In addition to these points, there are many other positive benefits from switching to Alcoa, Variform, or Certainteed vinyl siding. Homeowners have found that installing Alcoa, Certainteed, or Variform vinyl siding is an eco-friendly alternative. When compared with products such as cement with vinyl, vinyl siding leads the way in making an effort to produce a more energy-efficient home. One reason is that the home’s exterior doesn’t need to be repainted every few couple years like fiber cement siding. Because of the light weight of Certainteed, Variform, and Alcoa vinyl siding, less energy is used in transporting it vs. heavier, less fuel efficient products like cement or brick. Also, vinyl siding is recyclable!

Another bonus when it comes to having a green, energy efficient home is that insulated vinyl siding can add 10% – 25% additional R-value to wall systems to reduce energy bills and help the earth at the same time.

Lower Heating Bills in Indiana with Sunrise Vinyl Replacement Windows

admin — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 15:38:02 +0000

Sunrise vinyl replacement windows are not only low maintenance, but they can also help reduce your heating and cooling bills by up to 40%. Recent increases in home energy costs have prompted many homeowners to seek remedies for making their home more energy efficient. One of the best ways to lower energy and heating bills is to replace old single pane, drafty windows with high efficiency vinyl replacement windows. Installing new vinyl replacement windows by Sunrise can help you save money. Plus Vinyl windows are long lasting and never need painting or staining.

Whether you are looking for Double Hung, Bay, Bow, Sliding, Casement, Awning, French Casement, Garden Windows, or Sliding Patio Doors, we have the best selection of vinyl windows to improve the beauty of your home. Plus, Sunrise Vinyl Replacement windows are one of the very few windows on the market to come with a full Lifetime Warranty.

Visit www.StyledRite.com for more information or call us today 1-800-217-6355 throughout Northwest Indiana for a free in home estimate.

Styled Rite serves the following Indiana cities: Huntington, South Bend, Gary, Fort Wayne, Mishawaka, Crown Point, Valparaiso, Hammond, Munster, Merrillville, Highland, Naperville, Warsaw, Portage, Griffith, St. John, Portage, Chesterton, Hobart, Schererville, East Chicago, Leroy, Huntington, La Porte, Hebron, Granger, Munster, Notre Dame, Milford

Gutter Helmet Gutter protection on display at Porter County Show

GutterMan — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 04:15:17 +0000

It’s time for all of the spring home shows. Come visit us to see Cabinet refacing, Gutter Helmet Gutter Protection, Vinyl Replacement Windows, Vinyl Siding and many other products. This weekend we will be at the Porter County and Mishawaka home shows.

We service the following states and cities:

Indiana:

Illinois:

Orland Park, South Chicago, Wheaton, Mt. Prospect, Calumet City, Elmhurst, Lombard, Harwood Heights, Park Ridge, Lake Forest, Palatine, Oak Park, Lisle, Hindsdale, Wood Dale, Elk Grove Village, Westmont, Des Plaines, Skokie, Des Plains, Hillside, Prospect Heights, Oaklawn, Homewood, Hoffman Estates, Lansing, Libertyville, Homewood, Mokena, Vernan Hills, Woodridge, St. Charles, Villa Park, Bradley, North Brook

Kitchen Cabinet Refacing by Trim A Seal of Indiana

admin — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 19:03:35 +0000

Trim A Seal of Indiana is proud to introduce its newest product, Cabinet Restylers, kitchen cabinet refacing - the beautiful, affordable alternative to new kitchen cabinets.

There’s no need to replace old kitchen cabinets, resurface and reface them instead. Cabinet Restylers lets you remodel your existing kitchen cabinets and save hundreds of new cabinets.

Imagine having brand new customized kitchen cabinets installed in just 2 – 3 days. Cabinet Restylers is the best alternative to kitchen remodeling. Our kitchen cabinet refacing is fast and easy.

Cabinet Restylers Offers:
• Beautiful kitchen cabinet resurfacing options
• Replacement kitchen cabinet doors and drawers
• Custom kitchen counters
• Hundreds of cabinet colors and finishes
• Roll outs, lazy susans, decorative moldings, valances and hardware
• Complimentary kitchen remodeling design service
• Lifetime Transferable Warranty

REQUEST A CABINET REFACING QUOTE TODAY

Call the home improvement experts at Trim A Seal of Indiana for an in-home design consultation. Trim A Seal has been providing quality home improvement products throughout Lake and Porter County Indiana including Ft. Wayne, Crown Point, Gary and the surrounding areas for over 50 years.

Gutter Helmet Covers offer Winter Gutter Protection

admin — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 03:49:44 +0000

What is Winter Gutter Protection and how can my home in Indiana Benefit? Gutters that aren’t properly cared for can become a hazard in winter, especially if they’re clogged with leaves leftover from fall. When your gutters are protected by gutter covers, potential gutter problems caused by winter weather can be avoided. When snow and ice buildup, gutters become heavy and can tear away from the roofline causing costly damage.

Gutter Helmet gutter covers install over your existing gutters to prevent gutters from filling with leaves and debris that clog downspouts. If gutters are clogged, they will hold water, which freezes causing ice dams. Gutter covers also prevent gutters from filling up with heavy snow which can cause damage to your home’s gutter system. For more information about how Gutter Helmet gutter covers can protect your home this winter, visit us at www.Trimaseal.com or call 800-217-6355 for a free, no obligation consultation.

Gutter Helmet of Indiana and Trim-A-Seal service Illinois and Indiana: Will County, Southern Cook County, Porter County, South Bend, Fort Wayne, Merrillville, Gary, Crown Point, Hammond, Valparaiso, Munster, Mishawaka, Highland, Portage, Griffith, St. John, Portage, Chesterton and Hobart, Schererville, South Chicago, Orland Park and Oak Lawn.

Gutter Helmet Gutter Guard Systems – Does My Home Need One?

admin — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 15:49:26 +0000

Why do I need a Gutter Helmet Gutter Guard Protection System?
Because with Gutter Helmet, you’ll never have to clean your gutters again. If you’re climbing dangerous ladders to clean gutters – you don’t have to! Stop the damage that overflowing gutters can cause such as mold, rotting fascia boards, damage to siding and walls and landscape. It’s easy with Gutter Helmet.

Gutter Helmet Guard

Gutter Helmet is very first gutter guard cover developed and it’s the best gutter cover system in America today. Gutter Helmet has been installed by more than one million home owners to date. The product’s patented horizontal-rib design is engineered specifically for strength. The gutter protection system installs over reinforced heavy gauge brackets; that support and strengthen your gutters.

Can the Gutter Helmet Guard handle heavy snow and ice?
The guard’s patented technology is engineered to withstand even the worst snow and ice storms. Thousands of installations in Indiana are a testament to the strength and capabilities of the Gutter Helmet gutter protection system.

Will Gutter Helmet guards match my home’s exterior?
Eight stylish colors are available to match your home’s style and blend in with your siding and roof. Our professional consultants will choose a color or shade that best matches your home’s exterior decor.

Colors that Match Your Roof

When installed, Gutter Helmet blends in, while providing the best, most reliable gutter protection system on the market today. That’s why Gutter Helmet gutter guard systems are installed in more homes than any other gutter protection system sold today.

Gutter Helmet was originally developed in 1963. Patented system offers a lifetime of protection for your home – Guaranteed by our lifetime, transferable warranty.

So stop worrying about whether your gutters are clean and your home is safe. Call the experts at Gutter Helmet and install a maintenance-free gutter system on your home within days. Call now for a free, no obligation Gutter Helmet estimate in Northern Indian and Northeastern Illinois 1-800-217-6355.

Styled-Rite of Indiana installs Gutter Helmet gutter guard covers that keep rain gutters free from leaves and debris forever Never clean your gutters again®. Serving: 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.

Alcoa Vinyl Siding – Indiana’s Green Exterior Alternative

admin — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 15:15:34 +0000

One of the leading manufacturers of vinyl siding is Alcoa. siding is the home exterior treatment of choice for most homeowners. Nothing is as easy to care for as vinyl siding. It won’t rot or mildew. The life of vinyl siding is twenty to twenty five years. It will never need painting during that time. Aside from a yearly cleaning with a pressure washer it’s maintenance free.

Alcoa vinyl siding comes in an array of styles including Dutch Lap, Beaded Smooth siding,and Board & Batten. Cedarwood vinyl siding, with the look of real wood – is one of Alcoa’s most popular styles. One of their most popular vinyl sidings is Cedarwood siding. A Styled Rite siding consultant can help you choose the Alcoa siding that’s right for you.

Alcoa has more vinyl siding colors to choose from than any other brand of siding. With over 700 color options, you’re sure to find one that fits your home’s style and exterior decor. With Alcoa’s maintenance free exterior vinyl siding, rest assured your new siding will last a lifetime.

Is Vinyl Siding a Green Alternative? Homebuilders have discovered that installing vinyl siding is an eco-friendly alternative. When compared with products like cement with vinyl, vinyl siding leads the way in helping produce a more energy-efficient home. One of the reasons is that the home’s exterior doesn’t need to be repainted every few years like fiber cement siding.

Alcoa Vinyl Siding Meadowbrook Colors

In addition, because of vinyl sidings light weight, less energy is consumed in transporting it vs. heavier, less fuel effecient products like cement or brick.

Another bonus when it comes to having a green, energy efficient home is that insulated Alcoa vinly siding can add 10% – 25% additional R-value to wall systems to reduce energy bills and help the earth at the same time.

Looking for a vinly siding estimate? Call the vinyl siding experts of Styled Rite in Indiana today at 1-800-217-6355. They are standing by to answer your questions. Or visit us online at www.StyledRite.com. Homeowners in Indiana have been choosing the professionals at Styled Rite for over fifty years.

Styled Rite 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.