How to Prepare Your Home for Summer with Windows

Summer Preparation with Window Repairs & Installations

While the summer months may not stick around WNY for long, the warm weather and temperature increases are sure to affect homeowners across the region. With average temperature heights reaching above 80° F and humidity levels sticking around 70%, many residents look for relief at nearby beaches and community pools. While these sources may be good for the short-term, it is possible to prepare your home through windows. Below, are a few window solutions to consider as the peak of summer approaches.

Window Repairs

Unfortunately, over time windows are exposed to a variety of conditions outside. From the snowstorms off Lake Erie to large amounts of rain and wind, windows can become damaged and weathered. With 24/7 access to outside forces, your windows can experience rotted frames, cracked glass and/or damaged window seals. Whether we realize it or not, any instability in your windows system can further change your home's internal temperature. Through a high-quality window repair, any previously damaged pieces of your window can be restored leaving behind a barrier of protection from the sun. Additionally, repairs further increase the energy-efficiency of your home, in turn lowering energy bills and ensuring better ventilation.

Window Installations

On average, the lifespan of windows can reach 30+ years. No matter the number of repairs or type of windows, you may need to begin considering new windows. Through a replacement or installation, the windows can be accurately measured and outfitted to match the specifications of your home. This process ensures that your new windows are tightly sealed, providing protection from the outside warm air, while trapping all cool air inside. This energy-efficient solution is an investment for homeowners, but in the long-term utility bills will begin to decline.

Contact a Reliable Window Company Today!

With summer in WNY closely upon us, we encourage you to plan and prepare your home for the hot and humid months. At M.H. White Roofing, Siding & Windows Co., we are proud to be that go-to window company to call. With over 40 years of experience, our team can supply you and your family with quality window repairs and installations if necessary. Our contractors can provide an assessment of your current windows and offer you additional energy-efficiency information. Protect your home and those inside it, schedule an initial appointment or contact us today! We’re proud to assist homeowners throughout Amherst, Lockport, Williamsville, Cheektowaga, Tonawanda & Wilson, NY.

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Spring - A Great Time to Replace Your Roof?

April 4, 2021

Here in Buffalo, NY, when you think “spring,” probably one of the last things you think is “roof replacements.” After all, spring is a cantankerous, unpredictable season in Western New York. While we have days of glorious, perfect 60-degree days with sunshine, they’re often surrounded by weeks of rain or even snow. Most people would think it’s better to wait until later in the year to schedule roofing repairs. But actually, this isn’t the case! Working with a roofing company in spring can be a great idea. Here are three reasons why it makes sense to get your roofing project underway in spring. i. Roofing contractors have relatively clear schedules. In Western New York, many people prefer to wait until summer or fall to get their roofs fixed - which means that roofing contractors’ schedules fill up fast during those months. By scheduling your roof replacement for spring, you beat the rush and can often get your roof job done even faster (weather permitting). Depending on how busy your contractor is, you might even get a better deal. ii. The weather might actually be better for a roof repair. The ideal temperature for a roof replacement is 50-70 degrees - perfect spring weather! While humidity and precipitation can be issues, here in Western New York, those issues are likely to strike at any time of year. Even a gloomy, cloudy spring day can be great for a roof repair since you don’t want direct sunlight hitting your roof during the replacement process. iii. Your roof will be taken care of well before winter. Even if you think the weather is better for roof replacement during summer and fall, there’s a danger: your roofing company might not be able to get to your job before the snow flies. The last thing you want to do is suffer through a long Western New York winter with a leaky roof, hoping it lasts until the spring comes. Get that roof fixed now so you don’t have to worry! These are just a few of the reasons why we think it’s best to have your roof replaced in spring - there are many others! And of course, if you’re ready for roofing repairs, be sure to call on your friends at M.H. White Roofing, Siding & Windows Co. Our team would be happy to take on any roofing repair or replacement job that you might have. Call us today!

Is It Time For A New Roof?

By lemaster • April 14, 2020

As much as we’d like it, roofs don’t last forever. The typical shelf life of an asphalt roof is around 20 years. At that point your roof may be posing problems that have started to impact the interior of your home. In order to maximize the benefits of having a solid roof over your heads, check out the 5 indicators below that may signal it’s time to invest in a replacement.