If your south or west facing rooms feel like an oven every afternoon, it’s not just the thermostat, it’s your windows doing the hard work against the Texas sized heat, UV, and temperature swings. The right window won’t magically cut your utility bill, but it WILL help keep rooms more comfortable, reduce UV fading, and hold up better year after year.
Fresh exterior paint does more than update your home’s appearance—it strengthens first impressions, protects your investment, and sets your property apart in any neighborhood. In San Antonio, the path to curb appeal starts with careful preparation. With more than three decades serving this community, we’ve seen that lasting results always begin with a detailed, climate-aware approach to prepping your home’s exterior. We’re here to guide you step by step, drawing on our experience, best practices, and a deep commitment to craftsmanship and communication.
Refreshing your home's exterior paint is one of the most beneficial upgrades you can make as a San Antonio homeowner. However, the unique climate and local conditions in our region bring specific challenges that can turn even the most well-intentioned project into a source of frustration. After more than 35 years serving the greater San Antonio community, we've seen firsthand how avoiding just a few common pitfalls can save you time, money, and stress. If you want beautiful, lasting, and reliable results, knowing what to avoid—and how—makes all the difference for your home's curb appeal.
When you think about home security, your windows might not be the first thing on your mind—but they play a vital role in protecting your family, belongings, and sense of peace. In San Antonio, break-ins and severe storms are real threats. Older, standard windows are often a weak point, making your home more vulnerable to intruders and the elements. Upgrading to home security windows provides long-lasting defense, blending modern safety features, strong materials, and advanced technology to keep your home secure and comfortable.
Window replacement can completely transform your San Antonio home—improving comfort, curb appeal, and energy efficiency. When you start looking into the process, though, you’ll quickly find plenty of conflicting advice and stubborn myths. If you’ve ever avoided upgrades because of rumors about skyrocketing costs, weeks of construction, or minimal payback, you’re not alone. At Southwest Exteriors, we want to help you make every decision with confidence by cutting through false assumptions and helping you understand what truly matters for homes in our area.
A sudden chill in the air and a higher-than-expected utility bill are often the first signs of a drafty home. You may feel cool air where it doesn't belong, or see a curtain shift for no reason. These drafts are more than just a minor annoyance; they can significantly affect your comfort and drive up your energy costs, especially when the weather changes. Pinpointing the source of these drafts is the first step toward creating a more comfortable and efficient living space for you and your family.
Here in San Antonio, we only get a few truly cold days each year. But when that north wind blows, it doesn’t take long to notice if your windows are leaking. Suddenly that one drafty window you ignored all summer makes your whole living room feel chilly. Not only does it make your home less comfortable, but it also means your energy bills are higher than they should be.
If you have been shopping for replacement windows online, you have probably seen ads for “instant price quotes” or “quick pricing tools.” At first glance, it sounds like magic: answer a few questions, hit submit, and just like that, you will know exactly what your project will cost without ever talking to another human being. Sounds too good to be true, right? Well…
You’ve picked out your new windows. That’s exciting. But before installation day arrives, there’s one more step that makes a big difference: getting your home ready.