"Needed custom blinds installed on two bedroom windows, and the job was completed right on time and turned out perfect. We will use 3 Day Blinds for all of our future window projects. Process was easy-peasy from start to finish."
"The customer service from choosing the window treatments to having them installed was excellent. The communication was always prompt and professional. We would definitely recommend their services."
Handyman with 30 years of DIY, renovation, repair, and remodel experience. I have fully renovated 3 houses, and built a 25-acre homestead from scratch including building cabins, decks, roads, barns, coops, water catchment, greenhouse, and gardens. I grew up on a farm and have a knack for understanding how mechanical things works. I have also assembled over 40 unique pieces of IKEA furniture for myself, family and friends, and love woodworking.\n\nI have the ability to do most home repair and improvement projects including: furniture assembly and repair, install or remove flooring, painting, baseboards, drywall repair, some appliance repair, replace outlets, install new lighting/fans, and toilets/faucet install.\n\nI have a truck and trailers to do demolition and junk hauling, garbage cleanup, landscaping, dirt work, tree trimming and pruning, small pressure washing jobs, and gutter cleaning.\n\nI will consider all jobs within 100 miles of metro Richmond.
"Made an appt. with Castle Rep, James, for 17 windows and vinyl siding. He spent 1 hour talking about how great his company and windows are before finally getting down to the issue. We were told that CASTLE makes and services their own window, with all the best technology and technicians available. The price per window for energy efficient came out to over $1,200 per double-hung window! And since they make their own products, we could not find a way to compare quality and price with other manufacturers. But his per-window price exceeds the average price of $500-700 by A LOT! When we balked, he made a call to his "manager" to see if we qualified for a "special promotional" discount. If we were to commit right there on the spot, we would get an additional 10% off! Still way to high. We said we would think about it (he got sad and snippy), and that we wanted to hear about the vinyl siding quote before we made any decisions. He told us he could not give us a siding quote until his company did an "eagle view" measurement, which would require another appointment! We had no intention of sitting through ANOTHER high-pressure appointment. High pressure, long-drawn out presentation and he would not leave us with anything in writing! No brochures, prices, nothing! He refused to put anything in writing and we could not have a break down of labor and costs. I even asked him if I could have a copyhh of the window warranty and he said "only if you purchase right now." And they did not come prepared with references or previous job locations! When we further researched the company, we found they did make very excellent products, but the #1 complaint was by far that they did not honor their lifetime warranty and that customer service was horrible. In the end, we chose not to do business.."
"They came and installed the windows last October, and I have not been too thrilled with the quality of the windows. Bruce told me that I had a lifetime warranty, but was never given anything in writing. I was never show how to operate these windows as swell. As of right now, when you bring the window in to clean it, you have to be very careful so that the window does not fall off. One of the windows did actually fall off as one of the clips would not allow me to push the window up or down. I am now not able to operate that window without the window falling off. When they came back to inspect the work, I was told that they did not cap the base of that window correctly. Because the window was not capped correctly there is water coming in. They said they would cap the base of that window on my next install. They are coming back out today to fix the window that will not open without falling off and they said they will cap the base of the other window as well. Bruce told me that I would not be charged for any of these problems. When I spoke to the company they said there would be a charge as Bruce was no longer working there anymore. I feel very strongly that I should not be charged for the capping of the window that they forgot to cap."
"Castle called to set up measurements for window manufacture. Their rep showed up on time and was a relatively quick procedure to measure. They called again once windows were ready to install, to set up installation date. Superb job performed by the removal/install team. They called the day before their arrival and then again the morning of arrival. Went straight to work and were productive from start to finish. I had two sets of double windows replaced with double slider windows and you cannot tell the new windows frames are different from what was originally installed. Thoroughly cleaned the work area, to my satisfaction, when they were done. The only problem was they provided only half screens instead of full screens for the double sliders, however they rectified this when informed."
"This is pretty much as good as it gets without having the designer come to your house. We received detailed recommendations for lighting, accessories, fabric types, window treatments, lots of good details in the recommendations. The actual remodel changed the room, but most of the recommendations still apply. I'm not sure about the prices of the items they recommend, but it does give you practical ideas for furniture you may already have or how to shop in a retail store, etc. "
One Stop Home Improvement is owned and operated by Michael Baker out of Silver Spring MD. With over 35 years of experience in the industry, Michael provides reliable home improvement services for both residential and commercial projects. He can handle any and all types of work from small repairs to large projects. His services cover appliances, drywall, painting, tile, window coverings, doors, and general handyman work. Michael is a highly motivated professional who takes pride in delivering quality craftsmanship and dependable solutions for homeowners and business owners.
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Costs depend on hardware type, labor rates, and the extent of the repair.
The best thing to clean windows with is a mixture of white vinegar, warm water, and dish soap. This will remove dirt, pollen, and grime without destroying any tints or protective films on your glass. You can also use a commercial window cleaner, but make sure to choose one that doesn’t have ammonia in it, as this can damage window coverings and frame materials over time.
The type of casement window you have depends on where the hinges are located, the number of sashes, the style, and how the windows open. Single casement windows are popular casement windows that use a handle or crank to open. If you have two casement windows side by side, you likely have double casement windows.
Windows that swing inward can tip you off to having in-swing casement windows, while windows that open from the bottom and swing outwards are top-hinged. If you can open your windows by pushing them outwards like a door, you may have a type of push-out window.
To ensure the longevity and smooth functioning of new windows, regular maintenance is essential. This includes cleaning the glass and frames, inspecting seals for leaks or damage, and reapplying caulking as needed. It is also important to lubricate all moving parts and operating mechanisms to ensure they continue to operate smoothly.
Yes, including the frame instead of just referring to the glass opening for window dimensions is the standard. However, some manufacturers may refer to the rough opening instead of the framed opening when listing sizes. Always confirm which measurement a manufacturer is using before ordering windows.
The Clements, MD homeowners’ guide to window treatment services
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