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Author Archives: Melissa Brager
Severe Weather: Universal Windows Direct MN can help after Severe Weather Strikes
Did you do it? Yesterday when the severe weather sirens went off did you look at the sky? Or did you quickly try and remember what day and time it was? I did it. I heard the siren, I turned … Continue reading
Posted in Local thoughts
Tagged energy efficient, entry doors, patio doors, replace siding, severe weather awareness, sliding glass patio doors, storm damage, vinyl replacement windows
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Spring has Sprung at Universal Windows Direct!
Every year when it starts to feel like spring I think of something my 3rd grade teacher did in our classroom. She decorated the door with “GNIRPS” and challenged us to figure out what it meant. Of course, it was … Continue reading
Home and Garden Show: Tips for Visiting Companies at the Home & Garden Show
Are you ready? The Minneapolis Home & Garden Show starts today and extends through the weekend. This amazing show fills up the Minneapolis Convention Center with hundreds of companies poised to show you their best. It really is a massive … Continue reading
Posted in Customer Answer Center, Meet Universal Windows Direct
Tagged Home & Garden Show, home improvements, minneapolis, Minneapolis Home & Garden Show, Universal Windows Direct
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Love UniShield Windows: Reasons our customers love their UniShield Replacement Windows
Happy Valentine’s Day! Whether you love the holiday or you dread it, it happens. You don’t need to break the bank by buying overpriced flowers or purchasing a token gift. You don’t even need to choose the … Continue reading
Posted in Local thoughts
Tagged unishield, Universal Windows Direct, vinyl replacement windows, windows richfield
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Why are my windows fogging up?: 5 Ways to reduce indoor condensation on your windows
We all know that condensation between the panes of glass on our windows is a bad sign. We also all know that brand new windows will reduce drafts, making out home more energy efficient and keeping us more comfortable. So … Continue reading
Posted in Customer Answer Center, Replacement Window Guide
Tagged energy efficient, vinyl replacement windows, windows fogging
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Angie’s List Super Service Award: Universal Windows Direct earns Service Award for 2011
Universal Windows Direct, MN Earns Coveted Angie’s List Super Service Award Award reflects businesses’ consistently high level of customer service Universal Windows Direct, MN has been awarded the prestigious 2011 Angie’s List Super Service Award, an honor bestowed annually on … Continue reading
Posted in Press and Awards
Tagged Angie's List, Super Service Award, Universal Windows Direct
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Replacement Windows: 5 Reasons Why Choosing Replacement Windows is Like Choosing a Wedding Dress
Curious, aren’t you? Here is the thing. I am behind on my blogging because I have been caught up in the excitement of planning our wedding!! We are celebrating with 200 people we love and are planning the whole … Continue reading
Posted in Local thoughts
Tagged custom replacement windows, energy efficient, installation of windows, Universal Windows Direct, vinyl replacement windows, window terminology
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Busy Busy… What has Universal Windows Direct been up to?
It’s been a month, dear reader. Sadly we have allowed ourselves to get behind in our blogging but do not worry, we did not forget about you! We are back at it and ready to get caught up. Business has … Continue reading
Posted in Local thoughts
Tagged energy efficient, home show, replace vinyl siding, unishield, vinyl replacement windows
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UWD MN at a Summer Events: A behind the scenes look at UWD working outdoor events
Raise your hand if you’ve been to a Fair or Outdoor Festival this year. Raise both hands if you’ve been to more than one. Now smile because you feel silly with both your arms in the air. Summer … Continue reading
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Tempered Glass: Why do I need my windows tempered?
Tempered glass is a type of safety glass that is 4-5 times stronger than regular glass. Because of how its made (through a process of extreme heating and rapid cooling) it is a much harder and more brittle type of … Continue reading
Posted in Customer Answer Center
Tagged patio doors, replacement windows, safety glass, tempered glass, unishield
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Windows at the Fair?: Top Questions asked about Windows at the Dakota County Fair
How many replacement windows and siding companies are at the Fair? If you are anything like me you’re freaking out about the fact that its mid-August. County Fairs mean that summer is coming to a close. As much … Continue reading
Posted in Customer Answer Center, Uncategorized
Tagged energy efficient, installation of windows, replacement windows mpls, unishield, vinyl replacement windows, Vinyl Siding
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Windows Fogged Up: The Number One Reason Why Windows Fog up.
Are your window fogged up? Instead of peering through clear glass to enjoy the view outside are you stuck looking at dirty, drippy, fogging glass? Do you hate driving up to your house and being greeted by fogged windows? Have … Continue reading
Posted in Customer Answer Center, Replacement Window Guide
Tagged failed windows, fogged windows, super spacer, unishield, Universal Windows Direct, warm edge spacer
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Replacement Windows: How replacment windows are the same and different
Isn’t a windows just a window? Let’s clear this up once and for all. Yes and No. Every window you see is both the same and different. As you’re evaluating windows for your home, focus on what is different. Focus … Continue reading
Window Terminology Guide: Introducing Window Terms from Universal Windows Direct
Hello friends! If you’re anything like me then you’ve started a new job in a new industry and felt like everyone was talking a different language. It’s no different when you’re shopping for something you’ve never shopped for before. … Continue reading
Posted in Replacement Window Guide, Window Terminology
Tagged window glossary, window terminology, window terms
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Window Terminology: Window Terms Starting with “A”
Air Chambers Spaces built into a window frame that makes the window stronger and more energy efficient. UniShield windows offer a foam fill in the air chambers for additional insulation. Air Infiltration Measures how much air can get through a … Continue reading
Posted in Window Terminology
Tagged air chambers, air infiltration, aluminum spacer, argon, argon gas, awning windows, unishield, Universal Windows Direct, vinyl replacement windows
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Window Terminology: Window Terms Starting with “B”
Balance A mechanical device (normally spring-loaded) used in single- and double-hung windows as a means of counterbalancing the weight of the sash during opening and closing. UniShield windows come with a true balance system, and no weights for a cleaner … Continue reading
Posted in Window Terminology
Tagged balance, bay window, bow window, building permit, energy efficient, minneapolis, st paul, unishield, Universal Windows Direct, vinyl replacement windows
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Window Terminology: Window Terms Starting with “C”
Casement A window sash that swings open on side hinges. Commonly referred to as a “Crank out”. Caulking A mastic compound for filling joints and sealing cracks to prevent leakage of water and air. Caulking is typically used on the … Continue reading
Posted in Window Terminology
Tagged casement, caulking, condensation, minneapolis, st paul, unishield, Universal Windows Direct, vinyl replacement windows
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Window Terminology: Window Terms Starting with “D”
Double Casement Style of window where two individual casements are mulled together. Double glazing In general, two panes of glass separated by a spacer and air space within an opening to improve insulation against heat transfer and/or sound transmission. In … Continue reading
Posted in Window Terminology
Tagged casement, double casement, double glazing, double hung, double hung window, double pane glass, minneapolis, st paul, twin cities, unishield, Universal Windows Direct, vinyl replacement
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Window Terminology: Window Terms Starting with “E”
Egress Window Is a law that specifies that a window opening must be able to open wide enough for a person to get out or a firefighter to get in. MN requires egress windows in every room used as a … Continue reading
Posted in Window Terminology
Tagged egress windows, energy efficient, energy star, exterior stop, extrusion, minneapolis, st paul, twin cities, unishield, Universal Windows Direct, vinyl replacement windows
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Window Terminology: Window Terms Starting with “F”
Factory Direct Pricing Reduced cost pricing where you don’t pay any middle man markups on your product. When the vinyl windows pass from the factory directly to the person you buy them from, you save money. Fire Code City or … Continue reading
Posted in Window Terminology
Tagged factory direct pricing, Fire Code, Fixed Panel, Float Glass, fogging, frame, minneapolis, st paul, unishield, Universal Windows Direct
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