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You’ve decided to install new windows. Congratulations! Once installed, you will quickly see the benefits of new windows in your home. But, before you can reap the rewards of new windows, they need to be installed. We get a lot of questions about installation day. Naturally, you, just like the rest of our customers, want to know what happens on installation day. What can you expect? What does the day look like? You want to know what will happen so you can plan accordingly. This blog is all about the question homeowners usually ask “what happens on installation day?” To […]

As the leaves change during fall, it’s a sign that you need to start getting your home ready for winter. It’s time to replace the hose and lawnmower with a snow shovel. But before the snow starts to fall, it’s important to take steps to secure your home and keep the cold weather outside. This blog explains the 7 things you can do to prepare your home for winter. 7 Things You Can Do to Prepare Your Home For Winter A few proactive steps now can prevent bigger, and more costly, issues from happening over the winter. Avoid the headache […]

Thinking About Replacing Your Windows? Beat The Fall Rush! Can you believe fall is already upon us? The kids are heading back to school and before you know it, there will be snow on the ground. You may be thinking, “geez, there’s a lot of things I need to get done around the house before the end of summer.” You’re right. For many, this means installing new windows in their home. In this blog we will talk about the best time to replace windows. Whether you’ve procrastinated or you are thinking about waiting until the spring to install your replacement […]

There is nothing like spending time outside with your family over the summer. Outdoor dinners, relaxing on the deck, and hosting guests are great ways to spend warm summer days. This is made so much easier with a good patio door to get in and out of the home quickly. In this blog we are going to discuss the 5 best reasons to replace your patio door this summer. A patio door is a great feature to have. It provides you with easy access to your deck, patio, or backyard. The larger opening provides more space for natural light to […]

We all want to save money on windows. The Green Ontario rebate program offered this to homeowners in Ontario. Unfortunately, the new Ontario Progressive Conservative government has eliminated the Green Energy Fund. This fund offered thousands of dollars in rebates to homeowners who invested in energy efficient renovations, including the installation of energy efficient windows. Through the program homeowners could have received $5000 or $500 per window off of high performance windows. As of June 18th 2022, the program was officially closed. This blog is all about the different alternative of window replacement rebates. Green Ontario Fund Programs That Are […]

There is a lot to think about when planning a window and door project. You need to think about timelines, what windows to replace, the style of doors you like, important features you want to include, energy efficiency and many other considerations. You also need to think about how you are going to finance your project. In this blog we will talk about the top 5 financing options for window & door project in Ontario. Top 5 Financing Options for Your Window & Door Project in Ontario The good thing is there are many ways you can finance a windows […]

Having energy efficient windows all year round is important, but they definitely come in handy when the temperature is sweltering outside during the summer. When it’s hot and sticky outside, your home should be a place where you can get some reprieve from the heat – energy efficient windows help make this happen. In this blog we are going to discuss the “3 Benefits of Energy Efficient Windows During Summer” Here are a number of benefits of energy efficient windows throughout the summer months: They Keep the Hot Air Out Energy efficient windows act as a strong insulator in your […]

There are many ways to add value to your home, often without undergoing a major renovation project. One commonly overlooked area is your window and door openings. New windows and doors can immediately add to the curb appeal of your home, improve energy efficiency, and lower energy costs. Plus, you have countless design and colour options to choose from to match your home design and décor preferences. In this blog we discuss about the 4 ways EcoTech Windows & Doors can add value to your home. Here are 4 ways we can help value to your home: Windows First and […]