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Proper Window and Door Replacement Fights Weather Damage

(PRWeb) February 22, 2007 -- Homeowners can fight back against the potentially damaging effects of weather by replacing damaged or ill-fitting doors and windows, reports LocalPlusNetwork.com, the home of contractor search tools. Poorly installed replacement windows and doors can result in high energy costs and long-term home damage, according to LocalPlusNetwork.com's featured article, "Saving Energy with Window and Door Improvements" (http://www.localplusnetwork.com/Doors/article/door3.jsp).

The article advises homeowners to look for leaky windows and doors that allow moisture and mold into the home while allowing heat or cooling to escape. Seals and caulking materials warp or become brittle, writes LocalPlusNetwork.com columnist Gabby Hyman. If homeowners find air leaks or increased noise pollution, "Bringing in an expert for a free estimate won't hurt at this juncture," Hyman writes. "You need to know whether you're looking at a simple repair or complete installation of a replacement window or door."

Whether people install new doors and windows as a home improvement project or call in professional window installers, the job has to be done correctly if the homeowner is to retain value and usability, he adds. Even professional remodeling projects can involve slipshod labor, according to writer Mike Blanford of Housingzone.

"Many window and door performance problems stem from incorrect installation because many contractors fail to follow the manufacturer's directions. If installers only check the packaging after the job is underway or completed, various components intended for moisture resistance -- such as gaskets, flashing components and clips -- have been thrown away," Blanford adds.

Hyman advises homeowners to evaluate contractors carefully to ensure that "the professional is licensed and insured. Make sure that the company offers certified, energy-compliant windows and doors for installation and that all the products carry warranties" (http://www.localplusnetwork.com/Doors/article/door3.jsp).

"Even the best and most expensive doors and windows can contribute to air leaks and water problems if not properly installed," said Allison Beatty, founder of RenovatorsPlace.com, a premier online home improvement resource. "Consumers should visit LocalPlusNetwork.com to find qualified local contractors."

LocalPlusNetwork.com connects homeowners to window and door replacement and repair contractors by specialization and location through combining a search engine with a rating system that provides feedback on contractors from the people who engage them.

LocalPlus is an established and respected online network that puts businesses in front of thousands of local homeowners who are actively looking for specific home services.

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