These new windows are already making a statement and will look fabulous when the work is finished. We will sand down the trim and add caulking when we paint the exterior.

We have replaced the windows in several homes, including our own. These windows fit the best and were the easiest to replace of all the projects we have worked on. Based on our experience, we had allotted to weeks to this task, and it was completed in three days.

This was a busy week. The sheet rock team was working in the loft, Mr. Rozelle was laying tile in the new upstairs bath and roofers pulled off the two layers of old shingles and installed a new architectural shingle roof. While all this was going on, Evan pulled out the old aluminum frame windows and installed new, made-to-fit replacement windows.

When original windows are still in place on a house, we most often return them to working order (Evan has become quite expert at this), caulk up any holes, and then add custom-made storm windows. This preserves the original character of the home while improving energy efficiency. However, in this home the many of original windows had been replaced. Some had storm windows, some did not, leaving a mismatched mess. So, out with the old, in with the new.

The new windows are Energy Star rated. If you are not familiar with Energy Star and why it is important, learn about it here. This is one of the best resources available.

We looked at the other homes on the street to make sure that we were choosing the correct style for the period.

And meanwhile… We anticipate that the sheet rock work in the loft will take the better part of two weeks to complete. You can see that insulation has been added to the walls so that the space will be cozy and energy efficient. Tarps protect the pine plank floors that will be finished once the sheet rock and painting are done.