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What is builder grade?
By Laura Foster-Bobroff | Post date: 10.06.2011
"Builder grade" or "contractor grade" is defined as inexpensive products made from low-grade materials, as opposed to quality grade or custom grade materials that are more durable. Some builder grade products are better than others, and trying to figure out how to cut the budget for an improvement project isn’t as straightforward as making price comparisons....
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Assessing Your Home's Security
By Steve Graham | Post date: 09.08.2011
All homeowners want to protect their loved ones and their assets. However,...
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Translucent, but Not Transparent, Glass Options
By Steve Graham | Post date: 12.11.2010
From front entryways to shower doors, there are many reasons you might...
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Making Skylights More Energy-Efficient
By Steve Graham | Post date: 11.30.2010
A skylight may seem like a sustainability no-brainer. It provides daytime...
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Autumn Storm Window Guide
By Philip Schmidt | Post date: 11.02.2010
If the onset of cooler fall weather is reminding you of how much your old...
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Comparing Energy Efficiency of Windows
By Cris Carl | Post date: 10.10.2010
One outcome of federal stimulus initiatives has been a higher standard...
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Energy Efficient Window Frames
By Steve Graham | Post date: 09.17.2009
Old, drafty windows can cause up to 50 percent of heat loss in the winter,...
