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When is the Best Time to Replace My Windows?

You might wonder if there are certain times of the year when you cannot replace windows. What is the best time to replace your windows? There is a proverb that says, “The best time to plant a tree is 20 years ago. The second best time is today.” The same might be applied to replacing the […]

Hail Damaged Windows

We have been a little overwhelmed at Clevernest lately by the number of calls we have received related to hail or storm damage of windows and siding. Even a small storm cell can cause a lot of damage in concentrated areas, affecting several houses in a neighborhood. For example, today, we got a call about […]

Window and Door Condensation | Is it a Problem?

One of the questions we are often asked at Clevernest is about condensation — moisture that appears on the inside or outside of the glass surfaces of windows and doors. Moisture on the surface of the glass can be annoying — blocking your view, dripping, or pooling. And condensation isn’t strictly a problem associated with […]

Grille Construction or Type

Grille Construction — between the glass, removable, permanent, simulated divided light. You have a lot of options when it comes to the grille construction or grid construction of your windows and doors. Whether you are shopping for new construction or replacing the windows or doors in your existing home, one thing will become abundantly clear […]

Grille Styles for Your Windows and Doors

Customizing Your Home to Express Your Style Whether you are shopping for windows and doors for new construction or replacing the windows or doors in your existing home, one thing will become abundantly clear to you right away — there are a lot of decisions to make! Rather than be overwhelmed, just take one thing […]

Standard Home Window Sizes

When a customer contacts us about replacing the windows or doors in his or her home, we get a lot of questions. Do you do window installation? Do you do window repair? Do you sell anything other than Andersen products? What is involved in measuring for and replacing windows? The fact is, most people don’t […]

Help! My Windows Whistle in the Wind!

Aging windows and patio doors are at least an inconvenience or eyesore. At worst, cracked, inoperable, or rotted windows allow water and air infiltration to penetrate your home. Windows or patio doors that do not operate properly could even be a potential safety hazard!

Andersen 200 Series Perma-Shield Gliding Door Introduces New Interlock Weatherstrip

Clevernest is proud to be a full line, Circle of Excellence dealer for the entire line of Andersen Windows and Doors. Among the choices of Gliding Patio Doors we offer is the 200 Series Perma-Shield Gliding Patio Door. Excellent Quality, Superior Value The frame and door panels of the 200 Series Perma-Shield Gliding Patio Door […]

Spring Cleaning Tips for Your Andersen Windows

Getting windows clean and sparkly doesn’t have to be that hard. Store-bought window cleaning solutions can work well, but are not necessary for great results. Old fashioned household cleaners are plentiful in most homes and inexpensive. We have some suggestions on how to clean your windows to the envy of your neighbors. First, begin with the […]

Fibrex — A Revolutionary Material

Builders and remodelers demand environmentally conscious products and materials. At Andersen, environmental responsibly is part of an established and ongoing commitment to sustainability. The development and introduction of Fibrex material over 20 years ago is just one of the many ways we demonstrate the importance of that commitment. So what is it? What Is Fibrex? If you […]