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Ontario Window and Door Rebate: Extended to March 31, 2027
Ontario homeowners can get $100 back for every ENERGY STAR® certified window and door opening through the Home Renovation Savings Program, now extended to March 31, 2027. Learn what it takes to qualify, how the process works, and what a typical job can return.
Read MoreDouble-Pane vs Triple-Pane Windows for Your Ontario Home
Triple-pane windows hold more heat, keep the inside glass warmer and block more outside noise than double-pane windows. A well-built double-pane window still handles an Ontario winter. See which openings in your home benefit most from each.
Read MoreSteel or Fibreglass Doors, Which One Is Right for Your Home?
Steel and fibreglass both make a strong entry door for an Ontario home. We compare steel vs fibreglass doors on look, durability and energy efficiency. We also cover why the parts around the panel matter just as much, so you can choose the right door for your entry.
Read MoreHow to Choose a Window Company in Ontario
Most window quotes look alike until you ask who employs the installer, what the warranty actually covers, and who answers the phone in year six. These seven questions surface all three before you sign, along with what a strong answer sounds like and what a vague one usually means.
Read MoreWhat does ENERGY STAR® certified mean for windows and doors?
ENERGY STAR® certification means a window or door was independently tested against a published Government of Canada standard, not rated by the company selling it. Here is what a product has to meet, why doors are rated differently from windows, and what the label can’t tell you about installation.
Read MoreWhat a Bay Window Replacement Adds to Your Home
A bay window pushes the wall outward and pulls in light from three directions, which makes it one of the bigger changes you can make to a room. See how a bay differs from a bow, how ours are built for Ontario winters, and what happens on installation day.
Read MoreWho Installs Your Replacement Windows and Doors?
Many window companies say they use their own installers when they mean subcontractors they have worked with before. Learn why the person installing your windows and doors matters as much as the product, and what changes when everyone on the job works for the same company.
Read MoreWindow Energy Ratings Explained: What U-Factor, SHGC, VT, and ER Really Mean
Four numbers on a window sticker tell you how it will handle an Ontario winter and summer. Find out what U-factor, SHGC, visible transmittance, and Energy Rating each measure, the scores that earn ENERGY STAR® certification, and how to read them together when you compare windows.
Read MoreWindow Quotes in London, Ontario: What That Low Number Is Really Telling You
When one London window quote comes in well below the others, something has usually been cut, most often the installation, the finishing work, or the warranty coverage. See what a complete quote should include and the questions that separate a thorough quote from a low one before you sign.
Read MoreHow to Choose the Right Front Door for Your Home
More than a simple entry point, your front door is one of the most important features of your home. It’s what shapes a first impression of your property, welcomes friends and family in, makes up a key element of security, and contributes to the home’s energy efficiency. What’s the Best Front Door for My House? […]
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