Drafty Window Solutions

Yes, we are a full-service “supply and install” company. Unlike big-box stores where you have to buy the product and find your own contractor, we handle the entire process. From custom measurements and helping you select the perfect energy-efficient window upgrades to the final window and door weatherproofing and debris removal, our expert team manages your project from start to finish in Libertyville and the surrounding Chicagoland area.

For the extreme temperature swings of the Midwest, we highly recommend premium vinyl window installation. Vinyl frames are virtually maintenance-free, resist warping, and offer excellent thermal insulation. When paired with Low-E glass and Argon gas fills, these residential window replacements create a powerful barrier against freezing winters and humid summers, drastically reducing your energy bills.

If you see condensation, fog, or ice forming between the panes of glass or on the interior surface, it means the thermal seal of your window has failed. This allows cold air to penetrate your home’s envelope. Our drafty window solutions involve replacing these failing units with airtight, double-hung or casement windows that restore your home’s thermal barrier and prevent moisture damage to your wood trim.

Absolutely. You do not have to suffer through a freezing winter with drafty windows. Our installation crews use a specialized “room-by-room” replacement technique. We close off the room we are working in and replace one window at a time to minimize heat loss. Exterior door installation and window replacements can be safely and effectively completed year-round.

A pocket insert involves placing a new window into the existing wooden frame. A full-frame installation means we tear out the entire old window, including the frame and trim, down to the rough opening. For many older homes in Lake and Cook Counties, full-frame is the best option because it allows us to inspect for hidden water rot, apply superior insulation, and maximize the visible glass area.

While wood is beautiful, it requires constant maintenance and tends to warp or rot in Chicago’s fluctuating humidity. Steel is secure but can dent and rust. Fiberglass door systems offer the best of both worlds: they can perfectly mimic the texture of real wood grain but are highly resistant to warping, rotting, and denting. They are the ultimate choice for a low-maintenance, high-security custom entry door.

Yes, we specialize in lower-level solutions. Replacing rusty, single-pane steel windows with custom hopper windows or sliding glass units improves basement ventilation and security. We also provide professional egress window installation, which is required by local building codes if you plan to finish your basement and add a bedroom, ensuring a safe emergency exit and bringing in abundant natural light.

Outdated, drafty windows and doors force your HVAC system to work overtime to maintain a comfortable temperature. By upgrading to tightly sealed, insulated custom picture windows, bow/bay windows, or modern sliding glass doors, you stop the transfer of heat. This reduces the strain on your furnace in the winter and your AC in the summer, leading to significantly lower monthly utility bills and a great return on investment.

Permit requirements vary depending on your specific village or city (e.g., Libertyville vs. Naperville) and the scope of the work (such as altering the size of the opening for a custom bow window or an egress window). As your trusted local home improvement service, we are fully licensed and insured, and we will guide you through the permitting process to ensure all installations meet strict Illinois building codes.