WindowWorks Blog

In Chicago, summertime can be a particularly difficult season for keeping windows in tip-top shape. Our Midwestern climate’s occasional rain showers, heavy pollen floating through the air, and falling tree sap are notorious for causing damage to older, hard-to-maintain window products. As a leadin...

With Chicago summer in full-swing, you want to do everything possible to stay cool, especially inside your home. When that first summertime energy bill comes in, however, you might find yourself deciding between running the AC or saving money next month. There’s a better way! Instead of sweating it...

If you’ve ever been in a home that was built in the 1950s or 1960s, chances are you’ve admired a large picture window in the living room. While picture windows were commonplace in post-war era homes, they’ve made a resurgence in popularity with homeowners who desire a vast amount of natural light an...

In the not-too-distant past, doors were made entirely out of wood—a material that remains popular today for its traditional appeal and undeniable beauty. As classic and attractive as they may be, wooden doors can be expensive, hard-to-maintain, and a...

Sharon Hutchinson was home recovering from knee surgery and browsing social media when she spotted a contest on Facebook that piqued her interest. The contest offered a chance to win new windows and, while she didn’t think she really had a shot at winning, Hutchinson signed up. A few weeks later...

Spring is here—but in many parts of the country it still feels like winter. Don’t let the lingering cold prevent you from starting on your spring gardening. If you have a kitchen garden window, you can start today! Even though the space in your garden window is limited, you can grow a number of beau...

After a winter full of snow, ice, and frigid temperatures, you probably can’t wait to crack open the windows to feel the fresh air and sunlight flow into your home, but is your home ready? Spring is right around the corner and if you have home improvement projects to tackle, now is the perfect time...

Since we opened for business, WindowWorks has displayed a strong commitment to community service. That’s why when we heard about a family who could use our help, we sprang into action. About a year ago, a local man was diagnosed with ALS. As his disease progressed, they found it necessary to mov...