WindowWorks Blog

It’s human nature to judge a book by its cover—or in the case of a house, its front door. When we look at a house from the curb, the front door is usually where our eyes tend to focus, which means it's our first clue as to what we think might lie behind it. If you’ve ever browsed through front doo...

Once you’ve made the decision to take on a siding replacement project, it can feel completely overwhelming knowing where to start. As a leading Chicago siding company, WindowWorks has helped countless homeowners add curb appeal, efficiency, and value to their homes through high-quality products and...

Since WindowWorks started in 1996, the family-owned business has been committed to giving back to the community—and that promise is more than just words. The entire team is always on the lookout for ways to help enrich the lives and experiences of people in their community—and they jump into action...

Protecting your home against the harsh, Northwestern weather conditions is a necessary part of owning a house in Chicago. Siding is a particularly important part of your home’s defense against the elements and providing prompt maintenance is essential—especially if you’ve noticed some of the more co...

As one of the first impressions of your home, you exterior doors should reflect your home’s architectural style and your family’s unique tastes—particularly your front entry door. In addition, exterior doors provide security and protect your home from the elements. If you’re considering replacing...

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...