"Installers arrived on time, introduced themselves and started work. First measured all windows to make sure that they had the correct windows to match my house. they then took out the old windows an installed the new windows. They continued to work throughout the day taking out a window and replacing the new window. then cleaned up all the old stuff and took it away. they did a good job and explained what they were doing as they did it. The two guys completed the job in day."
Revive Exteriors specializes in top-quality roofing, siding, window, and gutter solutions for residents of Northwest Lower Michigan. With a focus on craftsmanship, durability, and affordability, we are dedicated to enhancing the beauty and functionality of your home. Our experienced team ensures every project is completed with the highest standards of service, providing long-lasting results that you can trust. Revive Exteriors is here to deliver exceptional exterior replacement solutions for your home.
Welcome! I’m Kimberly, owner of North Edge Cleaning Solutions LLC.\n\nThank you for considering North Edge Cleaning Solutions LLC. I’m a lifelong Michigan resident, an Alpena local for more than 20 years, and a proud mom of two teenagers. After spending much of my career in healthcare, I built my business around reliability, attention to detail, and treating every home and business with the same care and respect I would my own.\n\nWhether you need routine cleaning, a deep clean, or commercial services, my goal is simple—to give you a clean, comfortable space and one less thing to worry about. I look forward to earning your trust and helping make your life a little easier, one clean at a time.
"I wanted to reduce the solar effects of the southern and western exposure windows in my new house not only because of the heat in the summer, but also because of the harmful UV light and the fading it would cause to my new furniture. My realtor recommended Michigan Glass Coatings and wow, I'm so glad he did! From the start of the in-home quote by Jordan to the installation by Jordan and Aaron today, I'm beyond happy! I found them to be friendly, knowledgeable, professional and neat and also VERY accommodating when I made a change midway through the installation. An added benefit of the film I chose is that the skin cancer foundation recommends it as an effective UV protectant. It's no wonder Michigan Glass Coatings have been in business for over 40 years. I highly recommend Michigan Glass Coatings!"
"Mr. Ferrell first connected his computer to my computer via internet and worked for quite a few hours trying to determine what exactly was wrong. The next day he continued working from his computer for several hours. He determined he would have to have my desktop tower to complete the repair. He and my son met in Huntsville to exchange the tower. He then cleaned up a lot of what was wrong and reloaded Windows 10. He deleted the D: drive which had way too much memory allotted to it. The tower was returned and I plugged it all back together and it is working better than it did when I first purchased it. I would use him again and I recommend him highly to anyone needing computer updating and/or repair. His work is warrantied and he is very personable, knowledgeable, and helpful."
"Install was easy. Up front cost was pretty low with Angie's List coupon. Monthly price is a little high compared to competing companies. Response time with alarms is excellent. I was advised to use glass break alarms within 10 ft of my first floor windows, which we installed correctly. I asked prior to installation if having one in the kitchen would cause false alarms due to dishes clanging, etc. I was told the glass break alarms are configured to a precise frequency that alarms with breaking glass. So, not a "no", but not really an answer. Well, every time we cook dinner, wash dishes or empty the dish washer, the kitchen glass break alarm gives a warning which would sound the alarm if it was set. This has caused us a number of false alarms while we've been away due to shifting bowls or plates in our drying rack. For the first several we've had to pay our police department $120 to check the house, and I was only notified after the first alarm that there was a cheaper option for a security company to drive by to check for a break in."
"The crawlspace of our house we purchased about a year ago was damp and often had standing water in it. Because the house is near a lake, the water table is very high and water is not uncommon. Unfortunately, all the standing water drove the humidity of the house very high to the 60s and 70s year round! I contacted Stay Dry to give me an estimate along with another provider. Wayne from Stay Dry provide me with great information about the problem and how it could be solved. The cost of doing this work is not cheap, but the risk of damage to the structure of our home is what convinced me to move forward. In the winter, the window would have a great deal of condensation around them which isn't good for them either. The cost was on par with the other provide I met with, but this solution seemed more complete. The work took about four days to complete. Stay Dry sent a great crew of five men, led by Spencer, who made residence in the three foot high crawl space for the next four days. First they lined the carpet and walls with protective materials. The entrance to the crawl space was in one of the bedroom, down a hall of white carpeting. Once lined the work began by clearing out all of the fallen insulation and any other random debris from down below. Next all of the wires were cleaned up and tidied up. All the debris had to be carried out in five gallon buckets through the house as there isn't external access to the space. Next, they dug by hand a 110 feet of trench, lined it with fabric and then stone (stone was carried in a five gallon bucket at a time) and finally the drainage pipe itself. Once that was complete the entire space was lined with and sealed with a heavy duty liner (think swimming pool liner material). The crawlspace was unbelievably clean when they were finished. The liner is white so instead of dark sandy/mud floor, it was white liner. No more rain boots to go down in the space. The sumps were installed and set to drain to the exterior of the house. The pumps that were installed have a battery back up as well as a system that will text me if there is a problem with the pumps. It also tells me the amount of water that is pumped out of the space each day. I am floored by how much it pumps! When the work was done in January, it was too cold to do the final part of the job which was to foam the rim joists. The crew came back in April once it warmed up and completed the rest of the work. Humidity in the house has dropped to the mid-30% range. The crawl space is actually usable for storage and going down there for wiring or mechanical work is a breeze. Once all of the protective materials were removed from the carpet and walls, everything was spotless. Everything was in the exact same shape as before the project. The crew worked incredibly hard in what are not desirable conditions. The solution did everything I wanted it to do and everything Wayne said it would do. It is not inexpensive, but for the interior of our house and the overall health of our house, it was well worth it. While I hope I don't have to ever do this project again, I would use Stay Dry again if I did. "
Vinyl windows have a few cons to consider before installing. For instance, while vinyl windows are energy efficient in terms of maintaining your home’s temperature, the actual process of making vinyl windows involves chemicals that are harmful for the environment. Vinyl windows are also less customizable than some other types of windows.
Impact windows are absolutely worth the money if you live in an area prone to hurricanes. Though expensive, impact windows are built to withstand hurricane winds up to 200 mph and theoretically won’t break even if flying debris, such as mailboxes and lawn chairs, is smacked against the glass. A single broken window during a hurricane can destabilize the pressure inside your home, which can cause walls and the roof to collapse.
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.
Visibility through tinted house windows or privacy film depends on the lighting. During the day, the tint or film typically prevents people from seeing inside. However, at night, if you have lights on inside your home, the interior will be brighter than the outside, which allows people to see in. You can choose from various shades of privacy film, from lighter to darker, to optimize the level of privacy you want.
The Posen, MI homeowners’ guide to window services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
The cost of new windows heavily depends on their size, but other factors come into play as well. This guide breaks down window costs based on various factors so you can make an informed budget for this project.
Buying windows can be complex. There are a ton of things to consider before buying to ensure you’re making the right choice for your home. Explore more here.
