Jeff Somers is a freelancer who has been writing about writing, books, personal finance, and home maintenance since 2012. When not writing, Jeff spends his free time fixing up his old house. He has ...

Window and door screens are the most effective way to let fresh air into your home while keeping pests out. Unfortunately, the thin screen material commonly used on windows and doors can be ripped or ...

Updating the look of your doors and windows can be as simple as replacing the hardware. Aesthetics play a big part in choosing door handles, locks and hinges, window handles and cranks. There are many ...

Replacement window shopping involves time, patience, and the willingness to do the research. It also requires people-management skills—as in, how to say “no” and “good-bye” to a perky and persistent ...

The average cost to replace a window, including installation, typically ranges from $300 to $1,500. Frame materials like vinyl are cost-effective, while wood and composite frames are more expensive ...

Generally, windows have a lifespan of 15 to 20 years, before the seals start to break down and cause air leaks. Windows over 20 years old, are drafty, are hard to open, and show lots of wear will ...

CR's wind- and rain-resistance tests reveal top performers from American Craftsman, Andersen, Jeld-Wen, Marvin, Pella, Preservation, and Reliabilt To test the quality of window replacements, CR ...