With urban sprawl and building developments reaching an all-time high in Canada. There has been a major need for noise solutions. Many Canadians are hoping that builders take more accountability to combat noise pollution when developing and planning for a new build. Unfortunately for home and condo owners most builders only meet the minimum STC requirements. Until more serious action is taken by the Canadian government noise pollution will continue to grow and affect millions of Canadians

Over the last 10 years we have seen a great increase in demand for casement windows. Currently, our most popular selling window is the casement window. For past years operating windows such as a hung or sliding window have dominated the market. In the last decade home owners have demanded more energy efficient products. Hung or sliding windows are good for allowing airflow into the home however these windows are outperformed by the casement window in regards to energy efficiency and security.

Over the last 10 years, we have seen a great increase in demand for casement windows. Currently, our most popular selling window is the casement window. For past years operating windows such as a hung or sliding window have dominated the market. In the last decade, homeowners have demanded more energy-efficient products. Hung or sliding windows are good for allowing airflow into the home however these windows are outperformed by the casement window in regards to energy efficiency and

Windows and doors are the most susceptible areas to energy loss in your home. Each year Canadians have to deal with temperatures as low as -30 degrees Celsius and as high as 35 degrees Celsius. Each and every month you are either paying to heat your home or to cool your home. Without energy efficient windows and doors that money is being thrown out the window. Encore Windows has made great strides in crafting energy efficient vinyl windows along with some of the most air tight door systems

  Toronto, ON — March 6, 2019 — Encore Windows and Doors announced today that they have been selected as a 2019 “Best of Award” Winner by HomeStars. Hailed as HomeStars’ highest honor, the Best of Awards, presented by DEWALT, Canadian Contractor, and RenoRun, recognizes the most trusted home service professionals in HomeStars’ network of over 60k pros, vetted and crowned for their commitment to consistency, integrity, and unparalleled customer service. Encore

The window and door industry has become very saturated. With such a high number of companies offering a wide variety of products, customers often become confused and misled. With urban sprawl hitting record highs in downtown Toronto and across Canada, homeowners and tenants are searching for a real soundproof window. Triple pane windows are excellent for energy efficiency. A triple-pane window will provide homeowners with a low U-Value. The lower the U-Value the less heating/cooling the

The Benefits of a Good Night’s Sleep As a physician and psychiatrist, I am especially aware of the importance of a good night’s sleep. Sleep plays a vital role in promoting physical health, longevity, and emotional well-being. After a good night's sleep, you feel better, your thoughts are clearer, and your emotions are less fragile. Without adequate sleep, judgment, mood, and ability to learn and retain information are weakened. Chronic sleep deprivation may lead to obesity, diabetes,

When it comes to improving the look of your house, replacement windows and doors are a great place to start. When renovating a room in your house, always make sure to include the windows in the rooms. Upgrading your windows and doors will provide you with several benefits. Increase Overall Curb Appeal Old windows with rotting wood, peeling paint, and out-dated designs can make your home look much less appealing. Replacing old windows & Doors with new designs will

Most homeowners will usually spend a significant amount to repaint their windows if they see that the paint inside or outside their windows is faded or peeling.   A better option is usually to replace these old wood windows with new energy efficient vinyl windows which are virtually maintenance-free. PVC or commonly referred to vinyl is one of the most recommended materials for windows you should consider today if you want to replace your current ones. They offer a variety of benefits

If you can’t remember when the windows in your home were replaced, it may be time to order new ones. Here are five signs that it might be time to look into new replacement windows. You Need Plenty of Elbow Grease to Open and Close Your Windows. It’s a chore just to open your windows. Over time, wear and tear causes a breakdown of the window's mechanical components, which can make using them a challenge. Windows that often get stuck indicate a hardware or balance problem, which means that