Our area (the towns of Adair and Casey and surrounding rural area) was hit by an extremely severe hail and windstorm June 30th, 2014. Every home and commercial business in the Adair area had severe damage in the form of roof and shingle damage, broken windows and siding and sheet metal...
Blackstone Exteriors LLCStart with skylights! At VELUX, our mission is clear: we're dedicated to transforming your space with natural light and fresh air with skylights. Whether you're looking to replace old skylights or install brand-new ones, we will guide you every step of the way. Why Choose VELUX? =================== When it comes to skylights and roof windows, VELUX is the global leader. Here's why you should trust us to transform your home: 1. Innovation and Quality: VELUX skylights are renowned for their innovation and unmatched quality. They're designed to let in abundant natural light while keeping your space leak-free and energy-efficient. 2. Huge Product Selection: You’ll have access to a wide range of skylight options, from fixed to vented skylights. And we are here to help tailor the selection to suit your specific needs and style preferences. 3. Expertise: We take pride in what we do at VELUX, and our team is highly trained to guide you through the entire process. From selecting the perfect product for your space to providing valuable recommendations, we're committed to making sure your skylight project is a complete success. 4. Professional Installation Partners: We don't stop at product selection and recommendations; we also match you with a VELUX-trained installer who will handle the installation of your skylights with precision and expertise.
Start with skylights! At VELUX, our mission is clear: we're dedicated to transforming your space with natural light and fresh air with skylights. Whether you're looking to replace old skylights or install brand-new ones, we will guide you every step of the way. Why Choose VELUX? =================== When it comes to skylights and roof windows, VELUX is the global leader. Here's why you should trust us to transform your home: 1. Innovation and Quality: VELUX skylights are renowned for their innovation and unmatched quality. They're designed to let in abundant natural light while keeping your space leak-free and energy-efficient. 2. Huge Product Selection: You’ll have access to a wide range of skylight options, from fixed to vented skylights. And we are here to help tailor the selection to suit your specific needs and style preferences. 3. Expertise: We take pride in what we do at VELUX, and our team is highly trained to guide you through the entire process. From selecting the perfect product for your space to providing valuable recommendations, we're committed to making sure your skylight project is a complete success. 4. Professional Installation Partners: We don't stop at product selection and recommendations; we also match you with a VELUX-trained installer who will handle the installation of your skylights with precision and expertise.
H Prairie Operations is an owner operated window and door distribution company that specializes in providing the ideal product for homeowners or contractors that meets their needs at an affordable price. We will consult with you, your customer, or your contractor and make sure you receive the products you need, at the time you need them, and within budget.
"The team at H Pairie are world class! Really knowledgeable. Helpful in every step of the process. Would highly recommend."
Rich L on January 2025
H Prairie Operations is an owner operated window and door distribution company that specializes in providing the ideal product for homeowners or contractors that meets their needs at an affordable price. We will consult with you, your customer, or your contractor and make sure you receive the products you need, at the time you need them, and within budget.
"The team at H Pairie are world class! Really knowledgeable. Helpful in every step of the process. Would highly recommend."
Rich L on January 2025
Replacement Window Installation, Replacement Patio Door Installation, Replacement Entry Door Installation
"We are extremely happy with how our new windows and new front door turned out. After some unexpected challenges with the way our home was built, our installation crew quickly and efficiently adapted to make sure our windows and door were installed with expert care. Every time we see our new beautiful picture window we are left breathless! And our beautiful front door is the perfect upgrade for the look of our home. Thank you RBA!"
JENNIFER S on August 2025
Replacement Window Installation, Replacement Patio Door Installation, Replacement Entry Door Installation
"We are extremely happy with how our new windows and new front door turned out. After some unexpected challenges with the way our home was built, our installation crew quickly and efficiently adapted to make sure our windows and door were installed with expert care. Every time we see our new beautiful picture window we are left breathless! And our beautiful front door is the perfect upgrade for the look of our home. Thank you RBA!"
JENNIFER S on August 2025
Titan Excavating is your local company you can trust. We have all the equipment necessary for any job you could ask for. No job too big or too small for us. We do everything from site clearing , driveways, grading , demolition and much more. We service a 100 mile radius and are open to working within the entire state. If you need us call today.
"Titan did a magnificent job on my property during the past week. I needed the following done: Grading work on my 3 acre property and three different types of rocks delivered. I also needed additional black dirt brought in to make it perfect. From start to finish the communication was excellent with Will. He let me know what time they would get to my job and everything that was going on during the work process. This is something that a lot of contractors just fail to do in my past experiences. They provide top notch equipment, with many different attachments for various types of jobs during the entire process. This ensures that the job is done correctly, the first time! Lastly, customer service could not be better. They (Will and Tim) stayed with the job until I was completely satisfied. Always keeping a great attitude no matter how many questions I asked. Even going the extra nine yards finishing the job better than I expected. "
John B on September 2025
Titan Excavating is your local company you can trust. We have all the equipment necessary for any job you could ask for. No job too big or too small for us. We do everything from site clearing , driveways, grading , demolition and much more. We service a 100 mile radius and are open to working within the entire state. If you need us call today.
"Titan did a magnificent job on my property during the past week. I needed the following done: Grading work on my 3 acre property and three different types of rocks delivered. I also needed additional black dirt brought in to make it perfect. From start to finish the communication was excellent with Will. He let me know what time they would get to my job and everything that was going on during the work process. This is something that a lot of contractors just fail to do in my past experiences. They provide top notch equipment, with many different attachments for various types of jobs during the entire process. This ensures that the job is done correctly, the first time! Lastly, customer service could not be better. They (Will and Tim) stayed with the job until I was completely satisfied. Always keeping a great attitude no matter how many questions I asked. Even going the extra nine yards finishing the job better than I expected. "
John B on September 2025
We are a home improvement company who has been serving Southwest Iowa for 25 years strong. We utilize only the best quality products, and our purpose is to set the standard for excellence in quality, performance, and professionalism. Our main office is located in Clarinda, Iowa and our secondary office is in Crescent, Iowa. We serve within 70 miles of both locations. Contact us today to see how we can improve your home!
"They did a terrible job on installing the siding on our home in January of 2023. They had short pieces and one piece even slid down and had to be moved up and reattached. They tried to hide nail holes on our trim with a dark putty but left them as big globs. The foreman of both crews never did show up at our home. He was working with a crew at an apartment house two blocks from us. This apartment house was owned by an attorney here in town. Tim came and listened and looked at our concerns but when they tried to fix everything it was still a disappointment to us!! I would never recommend them to anyone. We bought news doors from them, also. He replaced the patio door with a smaller door so now the wheel chair will not fit through the door. We had to rent a nail detector to find all the nails all around the house. We are still finding them two years later!"
Susan W on February 2025
We are a home improvement company who has been serving Southwest Iowa for 25 years strong. We utilize only the best quality products, and our purpose is to set the standard for excellence in quality, performance, and professionalism. Our main office is located in Clarinda, Iowa and our secondary office is in Crescent, Iowa. We serve within 70 miles of both locations. Contact us today to see how we can improve your home!
"They did a terrible job on installing the siding on our home in January of 2023. They had short pieces and one piece even slid down and had to be moved up and reattached. They tried to hide nail holes on our trim with a dark putty but left them as big globs. The foreman of both crews never did show up at our home. He was working with a crew at an apartment house two blocks from us. This apartment house was owned by an attorney here in town. Tim came and listened and looked at our concerns but when they tried to fix everything it was still a disappointment to us!! I would never recommend them to anyone. We bought news doors from them, also. He replaced the patio door with a smaller door so now the wheel chair will not fit through the door. We had to rent a nail detector to find all the nails all around the house. We are still finding them two years later!"
Susan W on February 2025
As an owner-operated business, we offer many services from window repairs and replacement to home caulking, tile and grout, drywall repair and installation, painting, minor plumbing and more. With over 15 years in residential and commercial construction, we offer many services. Contact us for a quote today.
As an owner-operated business, we offer many services from window repairs and replacement to home caulking, tile and grout, drywall repair and installation, painting, minor plumbing and more. With over 15 years in residential and commercial construction, we offer many services. Contact us for a quote today.
"Your Car Part Solutions. We specialize in ALL makes and models, QUALITY used auto parts. We are a wrecking yard located in Sacramento, CA . Thousands of parts in stock ready to ship and many vehicles in stock ready to be dismantled."
"Your Car Part Solutions. We specialize in ALL makes and models, QUALITY used auto parts. We are a wrecking yard located in Sacramento, CA . Thousands of parts in stock ready to ship and many vehicles in stock ready to be dismantled."
general construction, concrete finishing and stamping, installing, demo, large or small we get dirty doing them all. we do it all in one call making your dream home and improvements to give you the memoiys that make you completely love your home
general construction, concrete finishing and stamping, installing, demo, large or small we get dirty doing them all. we do it all in one call making your dream home and improvements to give you the memoiys that make you completely love your home
We specialize in the construction of sunrooms, patio enclosures, screen porches, and decks. We customize the sunroom accordings to the needs and wants of the customer. Sometimes mother nature can inflict damage to sunrooms, we are also insurance claim specialists and can assist in with claims. Our other services offered are roofing, siding, windows, and gutters, allowing us to provide turnkey solutions when selecting a home improvement project.
"Did what I asked except that paid for a deck made of aluminum that wasn’t supposed to leak on my patio below. The deck leaks at each rain, called to have someone to come a check it, promised they would come. No one showed up and never got a call bac. Very disappointed"
Mike O on July 2024
We specialize in the construction of sunrooms, patio enclosures, screen porches, and decks. We customize the sunroom accordings to the needs and wants of the customer. Sometimes mother nature can inflict damage to sunrooms, we are also insurance claim specialists and can assist in with claims. Our other services offered are roofing, siding, windows, and gutters, allowing us to provide turnkey solutions when selecting a home improvement project.
"Did what I asked except that paid for a deck made of aluminum that wasn’t supposed to leak on my patio below. The deck leaks at each rain, called to have someone to come a check it, promised they would come. No one showed up and never got a call bac. Very disappointed"
Mike O on July 2024
If you have a problem with your window, such as broken glass, minor leaks, or a problem with your window being stuck, repairing the broken part might be a cheaper option than replacing the entire window. However, if you have a deteriorating window frame or major leaks, buying a new window will be the better long-term solution.
Installing glass block windows has benefits and disadvantages, as with most materials. The pros and cons can vary depending on the type of glass block and the window location.
Pros
Maintains privacy while letting light into the bathroom
Energy efficient
Sealed to prevent drafts
Aesthetically pleasing
Strong and secure
Cons
Costly to install
Challenging installation
Challenging repair
Window replacement costs between $180 and $410 per window, or an average of $280 per window. However, your specific replacement job could cost as little as $100 or as much as $750. Factors such as frame material, the number of windows you need, and the type of glass you order all impact the overall cost. For example, simple double-glazed windows will cost $3 to $6 per square foot, but the stronger tempered glass ranges from $12 to $14 per square foot.
Glass block installation can be relatively expensive due to the range of material costs and the labor time to assemble this type of specialty window. The process proceeds slowly as the glass does not absorb moisture from mortar and silicone caulk takes longer to harden, leaving spacers to hold up the structure until the caulk or mortar begins to cure. Plus, if your current windows have structural issues or damage, you’ll need to repair them before beginning the project, increasing your bottom line.
The average cost to install glass block windows is about $710, ranging from $460 to $1,000, depending on the size and design of the window, installation type, and location. Different styles of glass blocks also impact the cost:
Clear glass blocks: $10–$30 per block
Colored glass blocks: $25–$40 per block
Acrylic glass blocks: $15–$25 per block
Wavy glass blocks: $10–$30 per block
Alpha glass blocks: $15–$25 per block
Ice glass blocks: $20–$35 per block
Diamond glass blocks: $20–$75 per block
Frosted glass blocks: $30–$35 per block
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