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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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What Excellent Service and Craftsmanship Means to Us

At West Knox Windows and Siding we take a lot of pride in offering our clients replacement windows, siding, gutters, and even screen rooms. There’s nothing we love more than a job well done and this is particularly true when it means that our clients are satisfied with the work that we do. As Knoxville’s number one home improvement team, we are proud to be the go-to company that people choose when they want to be certain that the job gets done the right way the first time around.

One of the things you’ll hear us mention often is that we represent over five decades of quality products and service. As a family owned business that loves to help improve homes in our neck of the woods we’re dedicated to delivering customer service that is second to none. That’s why in today’s post we’d like to highlight why these things matter so much to us. If you’re in the market for replacement windows, siding, or gutters, keep reading to learn more about what makes our team so unique!

Take a Look at Our Credentials

In this day and age we believe that it’s important to represent a different way of doing business. So many things these days are made inexpensively and just don’t stand the test of time, but we want you to rest assured that our team uses only the highest quality materials to make sure that the job is done well. All it takes is a look at our credentials to see that we have a different way of doing things.

With multiple awards from Angie’s List, Houzz, Energy Star, Home Advisor, and more, we show that we do things the right way. When you get a quote from us, we’ll listen to the details of your specific project rather than simply providing you with a generic estimate. We know that the work you want to have done is important to you and that’s why it’s important to us to do things the right way.

We take the time to listen to your needs, answer any questions you have, and give you an idea of the type of work we’ll be doing. From there, you can expect us to provide you with a timeline for the completion of the project. We know how important it is to stay in touch throughout the process and we’ll do that a well. One thing that truly sets us apart from the rest is the fact that we’ll give you an outline with an exact price for your project. At West Knox Windows and Siding there are no pushy salespeople or dishonest discounts. When you choose to work with us you’ll be working with a team that brings years of experience to the table.

Craftsmanship Is Key

In addition to doing our work honestly and efficiently we also take great care to do it the right way. You see, craftsmanship is key in our line of work; it means that we have taken great care to ensure that you’re satisfied with the end result. It’s sort of like your grandpa used to say–“buy it nice or buy it twice.” This is more true today than at any point in our history. The market is flooded with cheap goods that were imported cheaply. Planned obsolescence (or “a policy of planning or designing a product with an artificially limited useful life, so it will become obsolete after a certain period of time,” according to the folks at Wikipedia) runs rampant in everything from vehicles to smartphones to televisions to kitchen appliances and a number of other things as well. As a matter of fact, it would take days to list all of the ways that planned obsolescence affects our modern lives.

Because we care about providing our customers with things that will truly last the team at West Knox Windows and Siding is committed to being exceptionally good craftsmen in our line of work. We believe that this provides our clients with peace of mind that’s pretty darned hard to come by in this day and age, or as we like to say it, we provide a different way of doing business. It’s what defines us.

A Real Lifetime Guarantee

So what does our real lifetime guarantee entail? To put it simply, it covers all aspects of your project. From materials to labor to installation, everything is covered. It’s as simple as that. We’ll give you a copy of this guarantee with each of our quotes. If you decide to go a different route you won’t have to worry about pushy sales tactics trying to convince you that you should work with us. As we like to put it, we can take a no just as graciously as we can take a yes.

We know that homeowners have a number of decisions to make and we believe that it’s up to you to make the best decision for yourself. It’s as simple as that.

Schedule a Consultation Today

Whether it’s replacement windows for a home renovation project, a new patio sliding door, updated siding, or new gutters to keep your home safe when harsh weather strikes, West Knox Windows and Siding can deliver.

Contact us to schedule a consultation for your next project and rest assured that we’ll get the work done the right way. Reach out today. We look forward to hearing from you!

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What to Look For in a Window Replacement Company

Finding the right replacement window company can be a tricky process, but the team at West Knox Windows and Siding has a few tips for you in today’s post. When it comes to finding a source for replacement windows in Knoxville, we know that you have options, but at the end of the day our goal is to lend a helping hand so that you can know exactly what to keep an eye out for. We want to make sure that you end up with the right thing for your home.

As a matter of fact, we’ve put together a video that can help to clue you in on what to keep your eyes open for, but we’d also like to elaborate a bit on a few of the points that we made in today’s post. Check out the video below, and keep reading to learn more about what you should be on the lookout for when you’re looking for a replacement window company in Knoxville or the surrounding area.

A Few Things You Should Do When Searching for a Window Installer

Get a Warranty

First and foremost, get a copy of the company’s warranty. Many companies will not even cover the actual installation work in their warranties. Unfortunately, more than 50% of future problems for the homeowner are directly attributed to the install.

In many cases, the reason that other companies won’t tell you about their warranty is simple–they can’t afford for you to read it.  Most companies will not even cover the actual installation work. At the end of the day, wouldn’t you prefer to have your work covered? Getting a warranty means you know exactly what you can expect and that’s invaluable.

View a Copy of the Business License and Insurance Plan

Ask to see a copy of their business license and insurance. Due to rising expenses in the home-improvement industry, many companies are under-insured or have no insurance at all. So guess who is first in line to face legal action should a worker get hurt on your property and the company’s insurance is no good? That person would be you! Pretty scary, huh?

If the company you are considering has a business license and are properly insured, they should have no reason not to show you. Just ask because it is certainly not worth losing your home to a lawsuit, and when it comes right down to it, you want to know that the company you’re working with is reputable or you could get taken for a ride.

Beware Fake Discounts

Watch out for indicators that a company doesn’t have your best interest in mind. Look out for multiple “make believe” price drops or discounts, or the offering of “good, better, or best” services that indicate a willingness to compromise on quality.

What we mean by that is that you should be on the lookout for different grades of quality in their product and their work. If they’re willing to compromise, you could end up with a less than ideal outcome. Both of these are strictly fabrications. These key indicators are nothing but smoke and mirrors. These are individuals that have no interest in the well being of your family, property or your budget. Stay alert and you should be just fine.

Contact Knoxville’s #1 Replacement Window Team Today!

Are you considering replacement windows in Knoxville or the surrounding area? If so, we’d absolutely love to help make sure that you’re well taken care of at every step of the way. With a dedication to quality and a commitment to doing right by our clients, you can count on us to provide you with a quality product that’s installed by real craftsmen.

We represent 50-years of quality products and service and we hope that today’s post and its accompanying video have been helpful. No phony discounts or make-believe price drops with us. Every project includes our exclusive lifetime warranty that includes labor, installation, and even accidental glass breakage. Contact us today for a free estimate on your next project and rest assured that you’ll be in good hands with the team at West Knox Windows and Siding.

Real products. Real value. Real affordable. It doesn’t get much better than that!

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A Few More Ways to Make Your House Feel Like Home

At West Knox Windows and Siding, we’re known for offering exceptional work on everything from replacement windows to siding installation to gutter repair. But as you may have noticed if you’ve been following along with our blog, we decided to try our hands at offering a bit of interior decorating. We did this in a blog about how you can make your house feel like home and we have to say, it feels good to make a difference on the inside of the home because we’re so used to doing that on the outside!

Well, as luck would have it, we actually have a few more tips on how to improve the interior of your home. If you’re looking for ways to make your living space a little bit cozier, we can help! We mentioned this in our last post, but because our homes are where we retreat to at the end of a tough day, it just makes sense to do a few little things to make that living space a bit more enjoyable. Keep reading to see what you can do for your home!

More Tips for Making Your Home Cozier

Rearrange Your Belongings

Some of the best design tips are the ones that are absolutely free, and that’s the case with this particular tip! Has it been awhile since you’ve considered how your furniture is arranged? It might just be time to move a few things around and see what other configurations you can come up with. This isn’t possible in every living space, of course, but you’d be surprised by how rearranging the furniture can help to transform a home.

And in those situations where your furniture seems to be arranged in the only way that’s logical? In those instances, you can still rearrange a few things to great effect. For example, the painting that’s always been in the bedroom could be moved into the living space, the books on your bookshelf could be moved to the coffee table, or you could move a lamp from one room to another. The wonderful thing about rethinking the arrangement of items in your home is that the possibilities are pretty much endless!

Whichever route you decide to take, we think that you will be surprised at how well items that you had relegated to certain rooms fit perfectly into others and refreshing your living space every now and again is never a bad idea. After all, if it doesn’t work out, you can always move it back!

Consider Your Lighting

Another thing that people don’t give much thought to is how lighting can affect the mood of their homes. Many people have a preference for types of light bulbs. Whether you’re the type of person that prefers soft light or bright lighting in your light fixtures, have you considered how that light casts shadows around your home? It’s not an issue in the day, of course, but when night comes around, what does the lighting look like?

If you’re finding that you don’t love the vibe of your home when the sun goes down, new lighting could be the answer. Our suggestion is to have different forms of light on different levels. For example, you have your overhead lights, but you might also choose to turn on a tableside lamp, light a candle, or even hang a mirror near a light source to help bounce the light around the room a bit.

You could also take our “consider your lighting” suggestion literally and invest in different light fixtures throughout your home. The good news is that light fixtures are more affordable than ever, making it relatively easy to upgrade from the items that your home currently has. Your local home center is sure to have plenty of great options to choose from that suit pretty much any type of style out there, making new light fixtures a win/win.

In Need of New Siding or Replacement Windows in Knoxville, TN?

At West Knox Windows and Siding, our goal is to help make your home a better place to live, whether that’s with tips for what you can do to the inside or by offering our services for the outside. We offer a number of different services as well. From gutter installation and repair to siding installation to replacement window installation to sliding door installation, we know what it takes to get the job done the right way the first time around.

Of course we also offer a true Lifetime Guarantee that covers every aspect of your project including labor, materials, and installation. In short, we want to offer you peace of mind that when you choose to work with us, we’ll do exceptional work at every time. No matter the project, we’re here to help. Contact us today to get a free quote. We look forward to hearing from you!

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How to Make Your House Feel Like Home

You know that West Knox Windows and Siding is your source for replacement windows and siding in Knoxville, TN. With a reputation for doing exceptional work and a true Lifetime Guarantee, you can count on us to get the job done right. We know that getting new siding for your house can feel like a challenge; similarly, having replacement windows installed can be tricky. The good news is that once we’ve undertaken a project for you, you’ll be all set.

But with the focus on the exterior of your home all taken care of, there are things you can do to the inside as well to make it just a little bit cozier. After all, our homes are where we go at the end of the day for rest and relaxation. It just makes sense to want to make that space as enjoyable as possible, and the good news is that you don’t have to spend a fortune to do it!

That’s why in today’s post, we’ll take a look at how you can do just that. “But wait, is a window and siding installation company really qualified to do that?” We’ll let you be the judges. Keep reading to see our recommendations!

Our Tips for Making Your Home a Better Place to Live

Invest In Some Plants

One of the absolute best things you can do for any space that you spend time in is to bring some of the outdoors inside. We know what some of you are thinking–“I don’t have what it takes to keep a plant alive!” We would beg to differ. You don’t have to rush out and get the most exotic and expensive plant out there to enjoy what they have to offer.

Instead, a trip to your local home center or florist will get you started off on the right foot. A simple succulent requires a decent amount of light and very little water to survive. As a matter of fact, most succulents thrive when they’re deprived of water, so the less you water them, the better off they will be. If you want to go in another direction, grab a bamboo plant. They are the exact opposite in that all you have to do to keep them happy and healthy is keep their water topped off. As long as they have access to light and water, they will thrive for many years to come.

Of course you could also simply add flowers to your living space on a weekly basis. When you head out to get groceries, simply pick up a bouquet of flowers. In many instances, you can find something that suits your living space for under $10. Simply throw them in your favorite vase with a bit of water and they ought to last you until you can make it to the store to pick up some more.

Whichever direction you go, trust us when we say that having a few plants in your home will help the space to feel more grounded and comfortable while also adding some visual appeal.

Decorate Your Coffee Table

And speaking of visual appeal, have you considered how your coffee table looks lately? If you’re anything like most people, it might have a coffee cup, a recent magazine or newspaper, and your keys on it at any given moment. We’ll get this out of the way here out the outset–there’s nothing wrong with that. You’re allowed to use a coffee table as a utilitarian item in your home. That’s what they’re for! When it comes to making your house feel a little bit cozier, however, putting some extra time and thought into the little things can make a massive difference.

Our recommendation is to add some coffee table books. It’s not exactly the most original thing a person could do to their coffee table, but the truth of the matter is that it can completely transform the way that your home looks.

What type of coffee table book should you choose, you ask? That’s a great question, and the good news is that there’s no wrong answer. Do you love photography? Display the collected works of a few of your favorite photographers. Are you a big music fan? The biography of a beloved musician will get the job done. Just like the way a particular coffee table book looks? That’s perfectly fine as well! It’s your home, so displaying something personal, or something that you find visually appealing, will always be a smart decision.

Hang Some Photos

If your home isn’t feeling particularly home-y, perhaps it’s because you don’t have enough personal touches throughout. One of the easiest ways to give it a more personal feeling is to decorate it with things that are important to you, and perhaps the best way to do that is with photos.

In this day and age, pretty much everyone has several photo albums’ worth of photos right in the comfort of their own pockets. We are, of course, talking about the introduction of smartphones which have made it easy for people to take high quality pictures more easily than ever before. In the past, people decorated their homes with professional family photos, but those days are over. (That’s not to say that you can’t do that, however!)

All we’re saying is that the beautiful trip you took from your visit to Maine last year? The selfie you took with your spouse at the Christmas party? The super cute picture of your family’s beloved dog? You can have those printed out and framed, easily adding a person touch to any home. At the end of the day, photos are as unique as it gets, so why not take the opportunity to print out some of your favorites?

Your Source for Siding Installation and Replacement Windows in Knoxville

Perhaps your home is in need of a little love on the outside. Fortunately for you, at West Knox Windows and Siding, we’re here to provide you with everything you need to make your home the best version of itself. Whether you need replacement window installation, vinyl siding installation, or even gutter installation and you’re in Knoxville or the surrounding area, you can count on our team to take great care of you.

At West Knox Windows and Siding, we take pride in a job well done and regardless of what your home needs, we would be happy to help. Feel free to browse our website to learn more about our services or contact us today to get a quote for your next project. We look forward to hearing from you!

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