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

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.

Safe Energy Efficient Vinyl Siding
Why is vinyl siding considered a “green” building product? There are a number of factors that make vinyl siding an eco-friendly choice. For one, the materials used to make modern vinyl siding are more environmentally friendly and healthier to the environment. Also consider the fact that the manufacturing process for vinyl siding produces limited amounts of waste in comparison to other exterior siding options.

Another great benefit of insulated vinyl siding is that it can boost a home’s R-value by up to 16%, making it more energy efficient. The less energy used, and the less energy used, the better it is for our planet.

The vinyl siding Trim A Seal installs are manufactured using polyvinyl chloride or PVC. This is made from the chlorine extracted from salt, combined with the ethylene made from natural gas. Salt is one of the earth’s most abundant and sustainable compounds. Most of the natural gas that is used to manufacture the ethylene used in vinyl siding comes from domestic sources, so it does not rely on imported oil. Using domestic products rather than those imported internationally cuts down substantially on the negative effects to the environment.

Vinyl Siding’s Eco-Friendly Benefits:
• Vinyl siding has been shown to consume less than half of the energy during manufacturing as compared to what is required during the manufacturing of brick and mortar.
• Vinyl siding has also been shown to emit significantly lower levels of toxic chemicals, such as mercury and silver, into the environment than other exterior home siding products do and its completely lead free.
• Because vinyl siding is lighter in weight than almost any other siding option, the transportation costs and the amount of energy consumed to transport the materials are lower
• There is minimal waste produced during the installation of vinyl siding in comparison with other exterior siding options. Vinyl siding waste is substantially less than that of masonry siding, such as brick or stone, and is also less than wood or stucco siding options as well. Less waste means more of the product is used as intended and doesn’t wind up in landfills, which is good for the environment.
• The materials used in vinyl siding production have also been shown to not be harmful to homeowners, installers, builders, or the general public. On the other hand, silica-based fiber cement siding can cause adverse effects on health.
• There is virtually no maintenance required to maintain vinyl siding, other than maybe an occasional cleaning with water and a bit of soap. That means no painting, staining, sealing or caulking. All of these products can emit harmful chemicals, fumes, solvents or toxins into the environment.

For more information about vinyl siding installaion for your Indiana home visit www.TrimASeal.com or call 800-271-6355 for a free vinyl siding installation estimate. We carry Alcoa, Certainteed and Variform Vinyl siding.

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.

Depending on where you live, the cost of seamless aluminum gutters can range from $5 to $15 per linear foot. Also comparing different metal gutters, seamless aluminium gutters may cost less than seamless copper gutters, seamless steel gutters or seamless zinc gutters.

Seamless Gutter Installation

Seamless gutter installation require trained seamless gutter installers. The gutter installers bring seamless gutter machine to the site because the seamless gutters need be manufactured onsite before installation.

Since gutters can be formed in different shapes, gutter installers have to know ahead of time what type of seamless gutter machine to bring onsite. Like any other work, gutter installation costs vary from different gutter installer services. It will be a good idea to get installation estimates from gutters installers and compare. This might save you some money reason being the cost of seamless gutters vary from one installer service to another.

Seamless Aluminium Gutters

Seamless aluminium gutters are widely used in many seamless gutter systems. Aluminium low cost is one of the benefit that makes seamless aluminium gutters land in many homes guttering systems compared to other metal gutters. Other aluminium benefits include its rustless property and it can last up to 25 years if well maintained. Another added advantage of seamless aluminium gutters is colors. To match your house roof or siding color, you can find aluminium gutters different colors.

One thing you have to keep in mind is aluminium strength. Far from seamless steel or copper gutters, seamless aluminium gutters will not be able to stand extreme weather conditions. So, when selecting seamless aluminium gutters, it is important you select primary and not secondary aluminium which is made of scrap aluminum.

Interested in a no obligation quote on new seamless gutters? If you live in the Northern Indiana or Chicagoland, contact Gutter Helmet of Indiana today for a free estimate. We’ve been serving the region for 60 years with the best service and lowest prices available. Visit www.GutterHelmetofIndiana.com for more product information or call 800-217-6355. Covering Cook, Lake, Porter and Will Counties.

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.

Check out these easy energy saving tips from Trim A Seal, Your Home Improvement Source and start saving money today on your home’s utility bills. 

Energy Saving Tips:

• Turn off all unnecessary appliances and lights. Keep them unplugged and put your computer and monitor to sleep when it’s not being used.
• In hot summer months keep window shades and drapes closed to keep your home cooler.
• Close windows at night to allow cool air in. Close the windows the next morning to keep house cooler longer without using a/c. 
• Keep traditional fireplaces closed and the dampers shut when not in use.
• Take shorter showers; cutting your shower time in half can cut your water heating costs by up to 33%.
• Start using energy saving settings on refrigerators, dishwashers, washing machines and clothes dryers.
• Wash only full loads of dishes and clothes. 

Short Term Inexpensive Fixes:  

• Install low flow showerheads, again saving on hot water expenses.
• Replace your furnace’s air filter before every heating season begins.
• A programmable thermostat can save you up to 15% on your heating bill.
• Insulate hot water pipes and ducts.
• Make sure your water heater has an insulating blanket.
• Replace incandescent bulbs with compact fluorescent lamps.

There are also some long term investments you can make that will help you save money all year long, by making improvements to your home. Only 20% of homes built before 1980 are efficiently insulated. Replacing your windows and siding with energy efficient windows and vinyl siding,  may reduce your heating and cooling costs significantly and pay for themselves in the long run. Right now you can take advantage of tax rebates for home owners. Last years tax rebates were extended to encourage energy-efficient home improvements.

Certain type of window and door replacements 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. Installation costs are not included
   
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.

If you’re a homeowners who’s been wanting to replace your old windows and doors, now’s the time! Receive Up To $500 or 10% of the Cost of new energy star approved windows and doors by December 31, 2011

Tax credits have been extended to encourage energy-efficient home improvements. Energy Star approved window or door replacements and new roofing may qualify for this tax credit. 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 and roofing. Installation costs are not included.

Check out the Energy Star website for guidelines on what exactly is covered. It’s your safest bet for information on how to get the credit. For a free estimate to have replacement windows or exterior steel or storm doors installed, contact Trim A Seal at 800-217-6355 or click here to request an appointment. We install a complete line of doors by Indiana doors, Albany, Gerkin, Fox Weldoor and steel security storm doors by Home Guard, plus energy efficient vinyl windows by Sunrise, Great Lakes and more!

Visit www.Trimaseal.com for more information today. We service all of Northern Indiana and South Chicago. Ask about our low price guarantee.

Trim A Seal of Northern Indiana and South Chicago has a great selection of storm doors, patio doors, and steel security doors to suit your home’s style.

We install a complete line of doors by Indiana doors, Albany, Gerkin, Fox Weldoor and steel security storm doors by Home Guard. We offer hundreds of different door styles in dozens of colors. Our home remodeling experts can help you pick the right door for your home no matter what your need.

Home Guard doors feature solid construction, tempered safety glass, heavy gage metal door frames and steel hardware to prevent forced entry. A durable powder coat finish is standard on all Home Guard steel security storm doors.

We also feature Albany doors in over 200 different door styles, 25 different paint colors and 12 different stains. Two thirds of all illegal home entries are made through doors. Albany’s masonite steel edged doors have been proven to be more secure than tradition wood edged doors. Plus masonite steel doors are energy efficient and can lower your home’s heating and cooling bills.

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.