- Corner Boards
- Decks, Balconies, Stoops, Steps, Areaways, Porches, Patio/Cover and Applicable Railings
- - Deck Attachments
- - Deck Flashing
- - Deck Handrail Systems
- - Exterior Handrails
- Door Trim
- Eaves, Soffits and Fascias
- Exterior Doors
- Exterior Hose Bib
- Exterior Trim
- Flashing
- Stairs
- Vegetation, Grading, Drainage, Driveways, Patio Floor, Walkways and Retaining Walls
- - Flagstone
- - Grading
- - Retaining Wall
- - Trim
- - Walks
- Wall Cladding, Flashing and Trim
- Wall Finishes
- Windows
- - Window Flashing
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Windows
Windows are framed panes of glass inserted in the exterior walls of your home. Windows come in a variety of shapes and sizes. Common are double and single-hung windows that open from the bottom and/or top; transom windows, often used above doors; casement windows that open with a crank; and bay windows that jut out from the house. Window frames can be made of wood, aluminum or fiberglass.
Windows do more than just light up your rooms and add architectural interest. As part of the exterior of your home, they help to keep out the wind, rain and snow. Improperly-installed windows can lead to gaps that allow heat to escape your home, wasting energy and increasing your fuel bills. A bad window installation can also cause moisture to seep into your walls, leading to mold and mildew problems.