Your weathered windows and dated doors could be costing you money Replacing windows and doors may seem like a costly endeavour, but not replacing them may actually prove to be more costly in the long run. On average, windows and doors should be replaced every 15 to 20 years; however, age is not the only indicator that it’s time to upgrade. Our Canadian elements, combined with wear and tear, can shorten that lifespan. Understanding when to upgrade Late spring, summer and early fall are ideal times to upgrade your windows and doors. This will help avoid the winter weather taking its toll on your windows and your energy bills. Not sure if it’s time? Start by assessing the look and feel of your windows and doors, their functionality and if they are meeting your home’s needs. A simple visual inspection of your windows and doors can spot damage, including cracks…
Your Front Door Can Do More Your front door is the gateway to your home, and the introduction to the style you will find once you walk inside. Your door welcomes people to your property…
JELD-WEN’s five tips for a successful window and door installation It is important to have ENERGY STAR® rated windows and doors on new home builds and renovations, but it’s just as important to have them properly…
JELD-WEN has a door to suit every need One of the best parts of being a homeowner is being able to create a space that reflects your personal style. The last couple of years have…
How the pandemic is continuing to influence trends It’s been quite the couple of years. Life inside your home has most likely shifted dramatically since the pandemic took hold. Every single Canadian has spent more…
No matter where you live – a city, suburb, overlooking pristine mountains or oceans or parks or your next-door neighbor – windows are the one part of your home that offers views in and out,…
You don’t need to watch home improvement shows to know that energy efficiency already tops most people’s lists of ‘must-haves’ on new home purchases. Windows offer the biggest opportunity to improve the building envelope (i.e.…
With the rise in popularity of bringing back traditional interior design styles into the modern day with a twist, it is no surprise that people are loving modern farmhouse and rustic luxe design. These two…
While Scandi and Japandi interior design styles have been loved for ages they have gained a recent surge in popularity over the past year. With people being at home the need for spaces that focus…
Entry door is the gateway of your property, where house meets home. It sets the tone for what the outside world sees when they look at your house, and what inspires your design within. For…
The ability to buy online has been around for a long while now, but there remains a large contingent of the population who prefers brick and mortar to digital shopping. That contingent shrunk over the…
With the active 2021 building season and in honour of World Photography Day we are bringing back our “Project with JELD-WEN Canada” photo contest for the second year! The aim behind this contest is to…
Get great savings through Canada Greener Homes Grant Our unique Canadian climate offers homeowners all sorts of challenges. In an ideal world, you would be warm in the winter, cool in the summer, and comfortable…
How your doors impact your home’s efficiency and comfort It probably goes without saying that every homeowner wants their home to be as energy efficient as possible. The benefits are meaningful and certainly well documented,…