ALC - SW Exteriors

In areas where sun exposure, humidity, and sudden storms are common, siding serves as the shield that protects your home’s value and beauty. Staying ahead of seasonal challenges safeguards not only the appearance of your house but also its long-term integrity and efficiency. At Southwest Exteriors, we guide homeowners through every step, ensuring siding care is manageable, stress-free, and tailored to your home’s needs. Let’s explore the specifics of siding maintenance, address what truly matters, and help you keep your biggest investment in top shape all year round.

You’ve probably seen it before: the giant stack of “replacement windows” at Home Depot, Lowe’s, or Costco. Grab a “standard size,” schedule an install, and boom, new windows.

When you’re investing in replacement windows, it’s easy to get caught up in glass ratings, brand names, or energy labels. But at the end of the day, your choice of window frame material plays a huge role in how much value and efficiency you actually get.

When homeowners start shopping for new windows or doors, the flood of quotes, product names, and fine print can feel overwhelming, and the wrong hire can cost you time, money, and headaches down the road. By arming yourself with these five simple questions, you’ll cut through the noise, compare apples to apples, and emerge with confidence that you’re choosing a contractor who truly has your best interests at heart. 

Recently, we noticed a major national window brand claiming that a full window replacement can boost your home’s market value by a whopping 15%. On paper, that sounds like a slam-dunk upgrade. But when we tried to track down independent verification, all we found were internal surveys and anecdotal realtor quotes. Nothing you could point to and say, “Here’s the proof.” 

As summer stretches on in San Antonio, storm season is far from over. Late summer and early fall can still bring some of the most intense weather of the year, including tropical storms, lingering high winds, and sudden downpours. While you may have already faced your share of summer weather, now is the time to evaluate how your siding has held up and whether your home is still protected.

You may have caught ads promising a “Window Relief Program” that offers free whole-home window replacements through government funding. Unfortunately, that’s misleading. While there are legitimate state and federal weatherization programs, they’re carefully targeted and, at most, cover minor repairs or partial replacements for income-qualified households.

When you’re shopping for new windows, it makes sense to want the lowest price. New windows are a significant investment, and at first glance, many options look alike.

When it comes to upgrading your home’s windows, black frames have become one of the most popular and stylish choices. Their sleek, modern look can dramatically boost your home’s curb appeal and complement today’s architectural trends. But if you’ve shopped around, you’ve probably noticed one thing: black windows typically cost more than their white or neutral-colored counterparts.