Are you thinking about selling your Livermore, CA home? Warning: please do not just list it without preparation. Now, most of you reading that warning are thinking “correct—who would just list it without making preparations?!” You’d be surprised. Here’s the thing, prepping your home to be ready to be put on the market does not […]
Category: Windows
Vinyl vs Wood Windows – The Facts
Real talk: a LOT of installation companies will try to convince you to purchase vinyl windows over wood windows and vice versa. Everyone has an opinion and, unfortunately, in0house promotions/sales pushes and cost can affect the angle a salesperson takes with you. Here at R&M Quality Windows & Doors, we’re not about that. Our focus […]
Creating a Home Office You Can Use Effectively!
More and more people these days are working from home. Is this true for you? It is for me. You see, I started working from home about three years ago and it was the best decision I have ever made. It did, however, come with a few hiccups—all of which I addressed with a few […]
Beach House Reno
Here in Dublin, CA, the “beach house” is a common sighting. If you live here, you know how sunny and beautiful it is most of the year. I love it here! That said, if you are you looking for renovation ideas for yours—we want to help! You see, our professionals at R&M Quality Windows & […]
4 Tips for Renovating a Small Space
The notion of “small living” has swept the nation in the last 5-10 years due to major economic shifts. Further, at least in my experience, I’ve noticed so many homeowners moving toward a more sustainable lifestyle—which, of course, includes living with less space, fewer bills, and smaller incomes. Especially here on the West Coast (I’m […]
Which Windows are Best for Me?
When choosing a window material for your home replacement project, there are four major contenders: Wood Vinyl Fiberglass Aluminum Choosing the “right” one for your home is a tough decision. There’s a lot to weigh: cost, energy efficiency, appearance, maintenance… Mostly, your choice will come down to personal preference and specific home needs. Here at […]
FAQs: R & M Windows and Your Home
When it comes to home renovation projects, sometimes, you just do not want to visit a professional to ask questions as a first step. Even chatting with the most honest salesperson or design expert can feel overwhelming when all you want to do is gather a bit of info to get your wheels turning. We […]
Wood VS. Winyl Windows: 4 Comparisons
Wood windows used to account for close to half of all window sales nearly thirty years ago and, now, only account for less than 20%. Guess what replaced them? Vinyl. Now, this does not mean wood windows are lower quality or lacking in something we need—it simply means there are features homeowners sometimes prefer that […]
The 4 Most Common Mistakes Homeowners Make Regarding Their Windows
Becoming a homeowner is exciting, isn’t it? Finally, you get to make all the decisions: what wall color to choose, when to build a deck or pour cement for a patio, and which windows to upgrade and replace. And, here in Pleasanton, CA, there is so much vibrancy and scenery to draw from and bring […]
I Knew It Was Time To Replace My Windows When…
I moved into my home a little over ten years ago. Back then, it was just me, my husband, and our two small Yorkies. We didn’t have much, but we had our new-to-us home in the neighborhood we’d prayed for—and it was in good shape. Not too long ago, we experienced a cold snap unusual […]
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