A Few Tips for Choosing Siding for Your Home

There’s no doubt about it — considering all of the various house siding options can feel a little bit overwhelming. How is the average person supposed to make a decision like this? Fortunately, the team at West Knox Windows and Siding is here to help. When it comes to siding installation in Knoxville, no one does it better than we do. With a number of colors and configurations available, there’s something for everyone.

But where should you start? As a matter of fact that’s the topic of today’s post, so if you’re on the fence about what the best option is for your home, hopefully the advice we offer below will come in handy. Whether you have a good idea of what you’d like done or you’re just starting out and hoping to get some ideas, this post is for you. Keep reading to learn more!

How to Pick the Right Siding

Consider a Color Scheme

First and foremost for many people out there is making a decision on the color of siding you’d like. If you’ve owned the home for awhile you might be thinking that it’s time for a change of pace in the color department; if the home is new to you and it’s in need of repairs, this is your opportunity to figure out what you want the exterior of your home to look like. Either way, this is a good thing!

It can be overwhelming, sure, but our advice is to simply drive around in your town and see which homes catch your eye. You’ll have to be careful to consider the fact that all you’re looking for is colors that pop out at you. This can be tricky to do, of course, because some homes combine color and style so perfectly that it can be hard to differentiate.

Our other advice about color is to look for advice online. You’ll find many style guides that will help you to choose colors that are appropriate for your style of architecture or the type of mood you want to create. Have a little fun with it!

Don’t Be Afraid to Mix It Up

Now there are quite a few ways that you can mix things up, but we’re talking in this specific case about the types of materials in use. If you’re redoing the siding on your home, it’s your opportunity to change things up in a way that makes sense to you (and falls under the guidelines of your homeowner’s association or metro district).

For example, if you’re making some changes, the team at West Knox Windows and Siding could do a combination of vinyl siding installation and stacked stone installation. Or, of course, if you have vinyl now, we can replace the whole thing with stone, or vice versa. The possibilities are endless and you’re only limited by your creativity. If you’d like some advice, we’d be happy to come out to provide you with a free estimate, answer any questions you might have, or provide an eye for detail that comes after years of being in this line of work.

Think About Curb Appeal

Perhaps you’re considering selling your home in the near future. You’ve already spoken with a realtor and gotten a basic idea of what you can sell for, but is there anything you can do to help improve your resale value, pulling in more potential buyers who are enticed by the fact that you’ve already taken care of some major updates?

The subject of this blog has to do with fixing up the siding, but our team can also handle everything from replacement windows to screen room additions to gutter installations. In other words, many of the things that will be attractive to a potential buyer are things that we can handle. The choice is yours, of course, but why not (to use a time-tested old phrase) kill two birds with one stone? Either way, a boost in curb appeal can only help you to sell your home more easily, and that’s never a bad thing.

Is It Time to Replace Siding on Your Home?

If you’re in need of a siding installation company in Knoxville or the surrounding area, look no further. We believe that our credentials speak for themselves, but if you’ll allow us to supplement them with a word of our own, we’d also like to note that we have quite a bit of experience in our industry and we consider ourselves craftsmen who are dedicated to getting the job done the right way the first time. An unbeatable warranty and a fair price are the icing on the cake.

When you want to know that you’re working with the best of the best, put your trust in the team at West Knox Windows and Siding. Contact us today to get a free quote. We look forward to hearing from you!

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Our Gutters Are So Good It’s Scary

First off, please allow us to apologize for the particularly bad title of today’s blog. Seeing as how it’s Halloween today, we felt compelled to write something that’s in the spirit of the season. Hey, stranger things have happened! Anyway, back to the topic at hand. When it comes to gutter installation in Knoxville and the surrounding area, we’ve already laid out the fact that there’s still time to clean your gutters before winter in a previous blog.

But what if your gutters need a little bit more than just a good cleaning? Not to worry, because at West Knox Windows and Siding, we also handle gutter replacements and gutter installations. In other words, if your gutters are looking a little bit worse for wear, put your trust in our team of experts to provide you with exceptional gutters at a fair price. Wondering what to expect when you choose us? Keep reading to find out!

Gutter Installation Done Right

As residents of Knoxville are well aware, winter weather in our neck of the woods means that there’s quite a bit of moisture. Although we don’t get the majority of our snow until January, the rest of the months that are just around the corner often mean that the gutters on homes in the area are being put to good use.

You want to keep your home safe, dry, and free from damage, and if you’re in the market for replacement gutters, we’d love to help. Our seamless gutter systems are designed specifically to deflect moisture away from your home. Each piece is assembled on site and customized to suit the needs of your particular home. Because every home is different, this is the way to go. Rather than risking a one-size-fits-all approach, we take the time to make sure that things get done the right way.

Choose From a Number of Different Colors

Available in a variety of different colors, not only can you ensure that your home is protected from the elements, but also that it’s looking its best in the process. Whether you prefer a classic white or you would rather opt for something a little more bold, we can accomodate you.

With nearly five decades of experience under our belts, we’re happy to offer a Lifetime Warranty on materials and labor. We know just how important peace of mind is to homeowners. There’s a lot to love about owning a home, but dealing with the little issues that pop up over time is not one of those things. That’s why we want to ensure that you trust us to get things done right the first time around. If for some reason something goes wrong, you can count on our Lifetime Warranty which means that we’ll make it right. It’s as simple as that.

Avoid a Real Scare With Quality Gutters

The gutter systems that we craft are made from heavy gauge aluminum to ensure that they stand up to anything Mother Nature decides to throw their way. Although it might look like a dark and stormy night is brewing on the horizon, we install downspouts to direct water away from your home’s walls and foundation. Because really, there’s nothing scarier than coming home to find that your gutters have failed and there’s a massive pool of water making its way through your foundation and into your basement. (Frankenstein’s monster’s got nothing on that!)

To sum it all up, we’d like to turn to an old phrase that’s served us well over the years: better safe than sorry.

Gutter Replacement in Knoxville

Between the high quality materials, the expert installation, and the Gutter Guard product that can help to eliminate future clogging or cleaning your gutters, there are plenty of reasons to have the team from West Knox Windows and Siding out to do some work at your home. With winter weather just around the corner, now is the time to make sure that everything is all set.

We’re Knoxville’s #1 home improvement team and there’s nothing we love more than to helping make homes a better place for people to live. Be sure to check out our credentials to get a feel for what makes us who we are, then contact us today to get a free estimate.

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3 Ways to Use Your Windows This Winter

If you’re considering having replacement windows installed in your home before winter rolls around, the team at West Knox Windows and Siding would be glad to help! Whether it’s double hung windows in a living room or a sliding door installation off of the dining room, having new windows in your home can really make a night and day difference—quite literally, as a matter of fact, because you might just be surprised at how much extra light new windows can let in.

Either way, window installation is something that we excel at (which is good, of course, because it is right there in our name). We represent more than five decades of experience in our industry. Combine that with the fact that new windows can save you up to 30% on your monthly utility bills and it can start to feel like a no brainer. Whether you’re craving a change of pace in terms of looks or your home is starting to show its age and you need to replace your windows because they aren’t functioning properly, we can help.

Window Installation Made Easy

When it comes to new windows, no matter the reason you need them you’ll likely find them a worthwhile investment. If your windows aren’t opening right, they’re letting all of the inside air out and the outside air in, or the style isn’t quite right, it might be time to make the upgrade. But with winter just around the corner, what can you do to make the most of your new windows? That’s the topic of today’s post, so keep reading to find out.

Let in Some Natural Light

We know, we know. Who would’ve thunk that a person should be using their windows to let the light in? The truth of the matter is that people tend to hibernate in the winter. The days are shorter, so it’s often dark out when most of us get home from work. Why open the blinds when it’s dark outside and bright inside? It kind of makes people feel like they are living in a fish bowl.

Unfortunately because we’re not in the habit of opening up the blinds, it’s something that we don’t do on the rare occasions that we’re home during the day. It’s time to break that habit! Whether you open the windows to enjoy the look of a winter wonderland or you’re simply being treated to a view of the neighborhood, keeping the blinds open can provide you with a little energy boost that you need to make it through such a long, cold period of darkness.

Pull Up a Chair and Enjoy a Good Book

Numerous studies have shown that reading without having enough light can cause long term damage to your eyes. Unlike windows, you can’t upgrade your eyes if they go out on you. Okay, sure, you can get a new pair of glasses, but you see the point we’re making here.

Rather than squinting at your book and hoping for the best, why not pull up a chair by your favorite window and do a little bit of reading with the help of the abundant natural light you’ll be letting in? A good book on a winter day sounds about as idyllic as it gets to us. Whether you’re diving into a Stephen King book (a plus to do with lots of light, because it will no doubt scare the pants off of you) or you are revisiting an old favorite, having a dedicated area to enjoy the view from a window while reading a good book sounds like a great way to spend some time to us.

Take Up Birdwatching

Whether you build birdhouses for fun in your woodshop or you just purchased a bird feeder to hang on the oak tree out front, why not make it a point to enjoy the fruits of your labor (or your purchase). From Carolina wrens to northern mockingbirds to cranes to hummingbirds, there is no shortage of winged wonders to enjoy in Tennessee. While you’re not likely to see a wood duck or a mallard unless you live on the water, a good bird feeder and the right bird feed might just allow you to see something amazing like a red-shouldered hawk or a ruby-crowned kinglet.

The point here is that there are a lot of creatures to keep your eye out for in Knoxville and the surrounding area and we think you should make the time to do just that. What better place to do it this winter than from the comfort of your own home while enjoying a view from your new windows? Sure, some of these birds will be flying south for the winter, but trust us when we say that the ones you catch a glimpse of make this a hobby that is completely worthwhile.

The Windows Installer You Can Count On

With an unbeatable lifetime guarantee, there’s no reason not to choose West Knox Windows and Siding for your next project. Before we know it, the winter weather will have arrived in our neck of the woods in full force. The most snow we get usually comes in January, so even if we’re not quite there yet it doesn’t mean it’s not a good time to start preparing for whatever moisture gets thrown our way this year.

Fortunately, if you’re using your new windows for one of the recommendations above then we think that this might just be your favorite winter yet. It’s the time of year that causes people to slow down and enjoy the little things. The holidays mean celebrations with family and friends. The weather means a change in scenery. Either way, winter represents the perfect time to find new ways to relax and enjoy the parts of life that you might not make time for otherwise.

If that sounds up your alley, new windows might just be the perfect option for you. There’s still time to have our team install replacement windows in your home, so contact us today to get a free quote!

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Keep the Weather Out With New Vinyl Siding

When it comes to siding installation in Knoxville, the team at West Knox Windows and Siding knows how important it is to get it done the right way. That’s why we offer house siding options like vinyl siding and stacked stone, allowing you to fully customize the look and feel of the exterior of your home. There is no feeling in the world quite like pulling into your driveway at the end of a long day at work and thinking, “Wow, my house looks great!” After all, when your home looks the way you want it to look, it makes you feel good about living there.

Fortunately you don’t have to have a huge budget and an on-call contractor to help you to get it just right. At West Knox Windows and Siding, we have plenty of experience in providing our clients with a look that makes their dreams come true. Whether you prefer a coastal look with deep blue siding and stacked stone accents or classic white siding with stone on the lower half of the front of your home, we’d love to help!

Is It Time to Replace the Siding on Your Home?

When it comes right down to it, however, vinyl siding is a great option for homeowners because not only does is look great, it can also protect your home from the elements. The people that live here in Knoxville and the surrounding areas know all too well that we get quite a bit of snow in the winter—most of it in January, it seems—but winters can be damp here throughout the entire season. It only makes sense to want to ensure that your home is prepared for anything that Mother Nature can throw at it.

We’ve already gotten a bit of rain recently, and this seems to be the time of year that homeowners start to realize that what is supposed to be outside is finding its way in. Our advice? Give us a call today to find out where the problem lies and let us come up with a plan to fix it before the weather takes a turn.

House Siding Options That Make Sense

When it comes to vinyl siding, we have everything from shake siding to straight lap to board and batten. In other words, no matter what the job requires, we have you covered—quite literally! We even offer a number of different choices for stacked stone to help ensure that you get a look that suits you. Versatile, affordable, and maintenance-free, stacked stone offers a classy look for any home, and it’s been designed from the get-go to stand the test of time.

Siding installation is a breeze when you choose to work with our team, and both vinyl siding and stacked stone are available in a number of different styles and colors. In short, if you’re looking for a great boost in curb appeal, this is the best way to do it.

At the end of the day, whether you’re choosing to replace siding on your home for aesthetic reasons or practical ones, the end result is a high quality product that is built to last, and it doesn’t get much better than that!

Craftsmanship You Can Count On

West Knox Windows and Siding is proud to offer a different way of doing business. We know just how stressful it can be to make the decision to get new siding—and all of the headaches that can come along with it. For one, calling in different contractors can often seem like the worst aspect of it. You inevitably end up with someone who is pushy, rude, or even dishonest.

That’s not how we do things.

Instead, we’ll come by to take a look, providing our clients with all of the information that they need to make an informed decision about what they want to do with their homes. We can take a no just as graciously as a yes, and if you choose to let us work on your home we’ll do our best to make certain that there are no surprises along the way. The value of a contractor who can get the job done on time and within budget is hard to measure, but we want you to know that if you choose West Knox Windows and Siding, you’ll be working with a team that is completely dedicated to making your project a massive success.

Peace of mind isn’t exactly an easy thing to come by in this day and age, but the good news is that peace of mind is exactly what we offer. We take craftsmanship seriously because we know the end result is that you’ll have a home that looks great and functions well for many years to come.

Schedule an Appointment Today

When it comes to siding installation in Knoxville and the surrounding area, look no further than our team to make sure that it gets done the right way the first time around. With winter just around the corner, there’s never been a better time to make sure that you are prepared.

No matter the project, you can count on us to be there for you with a smile on our faces. Reach out today to get a free estimate and let us prove to you that our credentials aren’t just an empty source of pride—they’re the way we actually do things. We look forward to hearing from you!

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There’s Still Time to Clean Your Gutters Before Winter

As every homeowner can tell you there’s nothing worse than having a bunch of water going where it’s not supposed to go. This is true for everything from flooding basements to overflowing dishwashers. It’s also true, of course, for your gutters. Having water that gets backed up in your gutters can cause a huge problem over time as it tears away at your foundation. That’s why it’s so important to keep your gutters free of debris.

With winter just around the corner, now is a great time to make certain that your gutters are clear because although the temperatures in Knoxville will inevitably drop it doesn’t mean that the snow that will no doubt find its way into your gutters won’t melt. As you know, melting snow means moisture and if it has nowhere to go it can create issues that no one wants to deal with. That’s why we’ll be sharing a few tips for cleaning your gutters in today’s post. Keep reading to learn more!

3 Tips for Cleaning Your Gutters

Don’t Neglect This Task

Although some people think that cleaning your gutters is something that’s best left for spring the truth is that it’s going to depend on a number of factors. Do you have a lot of trees in your neighborhood? It’s much more likely that you’ll end up with debris in your gutters. This means that cleaning them out a few times a year might be a necessity.

Wear Safety Gear

At minimum you should be wearing a dust mask and something to protect your eyes. Although this might seem like overkill to some, the truth of the matter is that little things can cause big problems. That’s why you’re cleaning out your gutters in the first place, after all!

Spray the Gutters Down

When you’re done getting the debris out of your gutters be sure to use a hose to rinse anything that’s leftover down the spout. Investing in a nozzle that offers high pressure is probably in your best interest and will make the task much simpler.

Is It Time for Gutter Replacement?

At the end of the day the truth is that sometimes gutters just stop working the way they’re supposed to. Whether it’s because they were improperly installed in the first place or just because they are several years old it might be time to call the rain gutter installation pros at West Knox Windows and Siding.

Our gutters come with a lifetime warranty on materials and labor. In other words, we proudly offer peace of mind in your investment! We know that spending money on home repairs isn’t something people want to do, but when you choose to partner with us you can rest assured that it’s money well spent because we get the job done the right way the first time around.

If it’s time to call a gutter installation company, look no further than West Knox Windows and Siding. We’ll provide you with a practical solution that looks great. Contact us today to get a quote!

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