Tips From Our Supplier: Top Questions to Ask Your Window Salesperson
Investing in new or replacement windows is a significant decision that impacts energy efficiency, comfort, aesthetics, and long-term value. With so many options available, knowing the right questions to ask your window salesperson can help you make an informed choice and avoid costly mistakes. Below are ten essential questions every homeowner should ask before making […]
HAVAN Spotlight: Kris Alexander (Homebuilders Association Vancouver)
We wanted to share our recent interview with Dawn at HAVAN, (The Homebuilders Association Vancouver). We recently joined this year, and are in good company with our friends at Jamie Banfield Design and Vinyltek Windows to name a few. HAVAN provides both industry and consumer education, and actively liaises with local municipal governments with […]
How To Know When It’s Time To Replace Your Windows
Signs To Look For When Deciding If It’s Time To Replace Your Windows. By Guest Blogger: Kaitlin Krull Kaitlin Krull is a professional home improvement writer and mom of two girls living the expat life. She enjoys writing for the window leads professionals at Modernize with the goal of providing expert knowledge on home renovation projects and […]
5 Signs It Is Time To Replace Your Windows
Article credit: Homestars Blog written by Jessica Greaves Sometimes it’s obvious you need to replace your windows. If a baseball comes flying through your front window and lands on your carpet, you know you’ll need to replace it sooner rather than later. Other times our windows can be broken or need repairs but because there are no […]
Understanding the Different Style of Windows
Below are the most common types of windows: At Long Life Windows and Doors we offer many different styles of vinyl windows. With the variety of openings available we can find the right fit for each room in your home. Factors to consider when deciding which window style is best can depend on air flow, view, security […]
How to Remove and Re-Install Window Screens With Videos
Do you want to remove your screens to clean them so they look shiny and new or remove them for the winter months to let in more light? We’ve created videos to show you exactly how to do so without damaging your screens! Click on the Images Below for Easy to Follow Videos Showing You How […]
Attraction is Better Than Promotion for Long Term Success
Consistent Customer Satisfaction More Important Than Profit Many years ago my good friend and original business partner, Peter Nugent, made a simple comment: “no matter how big the profit is on any one project it won’t be enough to retire on”. We were discussing our business philosophy shortly after starting Long Life together in 1989, […]
Moisture On The Outside Of Your Windows?
Condensation on The Outside Of Your Windows? It Might Just Mean They Are Working! Every year at this time we receive calls from homeowners about moisture appearing on the outside of their windows, often when the sky is clear but the humid fall air is cooler. The information below is courtesy of Cardinal Glass, who […]
Welcome The Sunshine With High Performing Windows
Your Windows Can Help You Get The Most Out Of Your Home Several years ago I was driving through the British Properties in West Vancouver on my way to see a client early in the afternoon. It was a lovely, sunny spring day, and most of the homes in this area have great views of the ocean, […]
Things to Know About Wintertime & Your Windows
Every year at this time we receive several calls from homeowners concerned about their cold, wet windows. They are understandably nervous that water is damaging the structure of exterior walls, or rooms are difficult to keep comfortably warm, or both. It is not always easy to provide accurate advice without a site visit, but we can […]