"The consultant was on time and had a lot of knowledge about window treatments that I plan to use in the future. I plan to use this company and consultant with the next widow project."
"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."
"I had a pleasant experience with my sales representative, Sade. She was friendly, honest, and thorough with her explanation of the blinds and the cost. I highly recommend her!"
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.
"The windows were manufactured earlier than we expected and we were promptly contacted about installation. Although we were told the installation was scheduled for two days, the four man crew that arrived was able to finish in a single day! Each window was installed with the same consistency in quality and efficiency. Furthermore, the crew did an excellent job protecting our floors and furnishings in every room. When it comes to evaluating the installation crew, we couldn't be happier. Regarding price, we probably paid more than we should, but that's on us. We advise getting several other quotes first and then get Castle's quote. This will definitely help in your negotiating. The windows have definitely helped to eliminate draftiness in our home and helped to maintain a consistent temperature."
"The windows in my home were very old and original to the home, so I could hear every sound outside as if it was coming from inside my house. The windows look good and keeps the noise out (I live on a bus route). I sleep like a baby now. The two man team arrived on time. They paid attention to detail. They matched the paint trim on the windows to my house. The lead installer was careful to ask me questions when necessary. I used Wheaton for this job because they also installed one window in my living room last year after the old window frame collapsed and the glass broke. I called seven different companies and no one would agree to do one window. They did a great job and I told them that I would call them back this year when I was ready to replace all the bedroom windows. Outstanding job Wheaton! I am very pleased."
"We contracted with Castle for window replacement in January. The windows were replaced within 2 months of signing the contract. The installations went smoothly and the windows made a huge improvement to our home. Problems did arise when they were unloading the windows from the truck. We had requested contoured grilles but the windows arrived with flat grilles. We opted for a discount rather than return the windows. The second issue was that we had requested full screens for the front of the house. Castle sent someone out measure after installation, not using the original measurements. This was 2 months after the fact. Then we received a call from the factory, that the order had been placed without the measurements. We had to supply them. 3 months later, we have still not received the full screens. We had an appointment for their install that Castle cancelled due to a technician calling out. Rescheduling was set for another month out. It will be a generous 4 months from the original installation to get the screens that we ordered. Pretty disappointed. For such a minor fix, it has taken too long to correct."
"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. "
"You know those contractors who never return your calls, don’t show up when they say they will, or push your project aside when a bigger one comes along? That is NOT Tilesmith. From my initial inquiry through the final stage of the project, they were the most responsive contractor I’ve ever encountered. Texts were answered within minutes. If I had a question or concern, it was addressed immediately. The quality of work was very good. They were dealing with a very old bathroom with misshapen walls and lots of quirks-the kind of bathroom in which you just want to do your business and get out. Tilesmith transformed it into clean, modern, polished-looking space with a heated floor that comforts & inspires lingering."
Expect excavation below grade, creating a well for access, weatherproofing, and thorough inspections during setup.
Windows last between 15 and 30 years on average. The glass tends to last for around 20 years, while the frames last up to 50 years. This varies by the type of window frame material, glass quality, location, and level of maintenance. Wood frames have the shortest lifespan and require repainting or resealing every couple of years, while fiberglass has one of the longest lifespans.
Basements are generally required to have windows for your safety. At a minimum, windows should provide an egress in the event of a fire. But basement windows do more than offer a way out; basement windows also offer natural light and ventilation in an area of your home that is otherwise dark and musty.
Yes, you can remove window tint from house windows. You can either use heat to loosen the film before peeling or scrape it away with a blade. You’ll also use a solution to wipe away any adhesive that still clings to the window.
Rotting wood, frame misalignment, or damaged seals often require attention.
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