Avoid these common home issues during the summer

The summer heat has come back to the Valley in full swing. Get a jump on protecting your home and ward off excessive electricity costs by checking the first layer of your home’s defense system: its windows and doors.

In the summer, intense heat can cause these materials to expand, which results in swelling, buckling, or sticking frames. UV rays also can cause fading.

Fluctuating temperatures can cause contraction and expansion, leading to warping.

These common issues can permeate your home during hot seasons:

• Sticking and binding: Heat can cause your frames to expand and press against each other. This can make doors and windows difficult to open and close.
• Warping and bowing: Exposure to sunlight causes vinyl and wood to bend and lose their shape, which can break the airtight seal and send your electric bill skyrocketing.
• Crack caulking: Temperature fluctuations cause the exterior caulk to crack or shrink, which leaves gaps for hot air to enter.
• Damaged weatherstripping: Expanding frames and teacher weatherstripping, which would damage your home’s insulation.

A few ways you can repair and prevent these issues:

• Sand or plane: If a wooden door swells and sticks, sand or plane the edges so it can swing freely.
• Tighten hardware: Check the hinges on doors for loose screws rather than frame swelling.
• Lubricate: Apply a dry silicone spray to sliding tracks and hinges to keep them moving smoothly.
• Seal gaps and drafts with high-quality, exterior-grade polymer or silicone caulk.
• Replace weatherstripping: peel off flattened or torn weatherstripping and install new adhesive strips.
• Block the heat: Apply a reflective window film to reduce UV damage, fading, and thermal transfer. Use exterior shades to protect window frames from direct sunlight.

“The exterior shell of your house is the biggest defense mechanism you have for paying utilities,” said Karen Kendall, the general manager at Lasting Impressions Window & Door.

If it’s time to look for replacements, stop by local, family-owned window and door company, Lasting Impressions to view the products in person.

Seeing and reviewing products in person can boost your confidence that what you’re paying for is what you’ll get. That’s why Lasting Impressions Window and Door put your favorite house furnishings on display—so your decision is made easy.

From fiberglass windows to French in-swing doors—their showroom helps you visualize every piece of your ideal home.

“We encourage customers to stop by our interactive showroom and see the latest products,” said Lasting Impressions owner Mark Jacobson. “We offer energy efficiency for your homes and state-of-the-art architectural design.”

As a local family-owned business, Lasting Impressions prides themselves in making their customers feel right at home. By having their products on display homeowners can view their options in a real space instead of on a blank, digital backdrop.

“It’s so fun to help people get their dream homes, and have everything be exactly how they want it and not have to worry about it again,” said Karen Kendall, the general manager at Lasting Impressions.

One change to your front door or window could become the spotlight of your home. That’s why seeing all your options in store becomes vital. While you browse, a team member will be there to answer any of your questions—so you have confidence in what you’re buying.

Find your home’s “wow” factor today by visiting Lasting Impressions’ showroom. To learn more about Lasting Impressions, visit liwindow.com.

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