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Welcome to the Trust Build Windows Blog — your trusted source for expert advice, home improvement tips, and the latest trends in windows, doors, and blinds.
Whether you’re planning a renovation, upgrading for energy efficiency, or just want to keep your home looking its best, we’re here to help with:
What Are Transom Windows? Benefits, Uses & Combinations with Casement Windows
Advantages and Disadvantages of Casement Windows: What You Need to Know Casement windows are among the most efficient window systems available, offering excellent ventilation, security, and ease of maintenance. They provide a strong seal when closed, making them highly energy-efficient. However, like any window style, they also have some limitations.
Masonry Cut Out Basement Windows with Costs and Tools
Masonry Cut Out Basement Windows: Everything You Need to Know Why Cut Masonry for Basement Windows? Adding or expanding a basement window in a masonry wall is a smart investment for homeowners. It improves natural lighting, ventilation, safety, and property value. Many homeowners undertake this project for egress compliance, basement
Garden Door vs Patio Door: What’s the Difference?
Garden Door vs Patio Door: What’s the Difference? Understanding the Differences Understanding the difference between a garden door and a patio door is crucial when deciding which is best for your home. One of the key advantages of a patio (sliding) door is its space efficiency—it doesn’t require additional room
Fixed Casement vs Picture Window – What’s the Difference?
Understanding the Difference Between Fixed Casement, Casement, and Picture Windows in Ontario Last week, a homeowner in Allandale called us frustrated. She’d just had windows installed, and something looked wrong. The issue was difference between fixed casement and picture windows. The contractor had put in two picture windows on the
Triple-Glaze Windows in Ontario: Stop Summer Heat & Winter Cold
Triple-Glaze Windows: Why Homes in Ontario Feel Too Hot in Summer and Too Cold in Winter The problem most homeowners don’t see—until it’s too late Your home overheats every summer. Triple-glaze windows Ontario homeowners install are designed to reduce summer heat and winter cold when built correctly, yet many homes
Before & After: Bay Window Replacement in Oshawa
Before: Original Bay Window Condition The original white bay window with colonial grills had deteriorated seals, brittle caulking, and visible frame movement. The old unit allowed constant drafts and condensation along the edges, making the sitting area uncomfortable and energy inefficient—especially during colder Oshawa winters. After: New Energy-Efficient Bay Window