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4 amazingly smart projects to winterize and add resale value to your home

By Mike Foti on November 11, 2016. 4 Comments

Don’t even begin to use that “w” word. Dare I say it…. winter! The image of tightly gripping the steering wheel navigating icy roads, shoveling mountains of that evil white stuff with my long red shovel makes me want to get on the next plane to sunny Florida. Even global warming can’t totally stop... Continue reading

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Can a garage window be architectural and elegant?

By Mike Foti on March 10, 2016. 4 Comments

When you think about a garage window does the term elegant come to mind? If I’m a betting man (which I’m not) the answer is no way. The words most often associated with garage windows are nasty, bug-infested, leaky and downright disgusting! Most garage windows are included in a home to either make... Continue reading

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How to Fix the Top 5 Basement Window Problems

By Mike Foti on June 13, 2015. 20 Comments

Updated January 20 2019 “My basement windows are nasty!” Ellen said to me on a recent appointment. The reality is when people talk about their basement windows the adjectives they use are not flattering (they’re drafty, ugly, bug-infested, rotten and unsafe are just a few examples). Whether... Continue reading

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Stylish and Practical Exterior Doors and Windows add Curb Appeal

By Mike Foti on March 23, 2015. Leave a Comment

Looking for a unique and stylish entry way or exterior window? Exterior products are more than just a door or just a window; these products add personality and curb appeal to your home. An artistically designed door not only allows visitors to come in but it invites them in. Doors Doors can be customized... Continue reading

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Interior Storm Windows Save Energy and Cut Outside Noise

By Mike Foti on January 31, 2015. Leave a Comment

Winter is still present and snow season is now upon us. Old and new houses alike have windows that let in outside air and let inside air escape. In the summertime that is not a big problem, but since we are knee deep in the throws of winter it can be a real challenge. Letting heat escape through windows... Continue reading

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5 Quick Tips for Freshening Up Your Small Bathroom

By Mike Foti on November 18, 2014. Leave a Comment

Feeling cramped as you walk in to your petite-sized bathroom? Whether it’s an issue of overcrowding in the small space or you just aren’t sure how to make it more functional and aesthetically appealing, Innovate Building Solutions has some tips that can help! Continue reading

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Avoid Being Haunted by Outrageous Utility Bills this Winter

By Mike Foti on October 10, 2014. Leave a Comment

Does your basement currently look and feel like a dungeon? It may only be October, but if you’ve taken a look at the latest winter weather outlook, you know that cold, snow-filled days aren’t far away for many parts of the country. If your basement is home to old, drafty single-pane windows, you have... Continue reading

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Glass Block Windows in Commercial Buildings Add Style and Energy Efficiency

By Mike Foti on September 26, 2014. Leave a Comment

Cold weather will soon be here and if the windows of your current office, commercial or factory space are in desperate need of an update, glass block not only makes great first impression, but offers the added benefit of being more energy efficient than metal or wood framed windows. As a nationwide... Continue reading

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7 Ways to a More Energy-Efficient Home this Fall

By Mike Foti on September 12, 2014. Leave a Comment

Steel Front Entry Door Painted with Decorative Glass The official start of fall is just around the corner and has many homeowners considering ways to prepare their homes for the cooler temperatures ahead. The good news is that there are many simple ways to make your home more energy-efficient without... Continue reading

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Innovate Employee Spotlight: Design Consultant Lille Burton

By Mike Foti on September 8, 2014. 1 Comment

Lille Burton has been a member of the Innovate Building Solutions team in the Columbus, Ohio division for the past four years, and chances are, if you stop by the office, she will be there to greet you! When it comes to her job, Lillie enjoys the family-like atmosphere and working with a variety of... Continue reading

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