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With winter fast approaching, one of the most sought after home improvements is more than likely re-placement windows and doors.

There are numerous window manufacturers and a large variety of qualities and designs to be looked at, some good, some bad, and some ugly.

Most home owners have little or no knowledge of what to look for when it comes to the basics of quality re-placement windows and doors. Below are several things you should consider before purchasing.

A. Material/s used in manufacturing: vinyl (good), wood (good if outside is wrapped with vinyl or aluminum skin), fiber glass (good) and aluminum (not good).

B. Glass: Single pane (not good) - Double pane (good) - Triple pane (excellent).

C. Thermal qualities: Low E coating (good) - Low E and Argon gas (better) Heat Mirror (best).

D. Quality and performance rating: Energy Star rated (good) not rated (bad).

E. Manufacturer s warranty: 5 years (bad) 10 years (fair) 20 years (Better) Lifetime (best)

F. Local contractor qualifications: Properly licensed and insured Get references and at least 3 price quotes.

G. When getting a contractor: Never pay anything up front, read all contracts thoroughly before signing any paper work. Check with Better Business Bureau.

5 Things to consider prior to starting any replacement window project in order to eliminate the hassles of the project going bad.

Make sure and answer the below 5 questions about yourself and any contractor before starting your re-placement window project.

1. What is my experience in this type of project?

How experienced is the contractor in doing projects like mine? Is he a specialist in this type of project, or will he be using my home as a learning process?

2. Who will be doing the actual work?

Will the individual you're talking to do the work himself, or will he be contracting the work out?

3. What happens to the initial bid if changes are necessary during the installation?

Is there a change provision written in the contract? Read the contract carefully several times before signing.

4. Am I ready to be flexible if the unexpected happens? Most qualified contractors are very people friendly and considerate of your concerns, treat him or her likewise.

5. How do I feel about working with this contractor? Do I trust him or her?

If you have any doubts, don't act until you are completely satisfied that you are making the right decision.

Beware of being scammed, more than 130 million dollars are lost annually because of unlicensed and fraudulent home improvement contractors. Making the wrong decisions could cost you a fortune.

This article was written by Clayton Mekelburg http://www.homeimprovementbuyer.com which provides Internet-based information offering homeowners insights on how to prevent home improvement scams and fraud. He is the author of the E-Book "A Thief On Your Doorstep".

Clayton Mekelburg CEO Home Impressions Inc. Fort Lupton Co., 80621
Phone 303-857-7860
E-mail: cmekel@comcast.net
Expert on home improvement products and services with over 15 years in the home improvement business and more than 40 years in marketing sales of new products and services.

Find out more about buying home improvements at http://www.homeimprovementbuyer.com

Installing your Own Rear View Mirror

Automotive manufacturers pump out thousands of cars a week. This process can lower prices but may result in loss of quality. Take the rear view mirror for example. It is held on by a strong adhesive but heat, humidity, and varying temperatures can weaken the bond.

Luckily, companies take these flaws into account and already have replacements available. Here’s a quick guide to replacing your own rear view mirror. Don’t worry, you won’t need a mechanic.

Pre-Installation Tips:

Gather the following tools and materials.

1. Rubbing alcohol.

2. Paper towels or a soft cloth

3. Scissors

4. Flat-head screwdriver

5. Flat-bladed scraper

6. A pencil

7. Pliers

8. Your new replacement kit

Installation Steps:

Tip- Humidity can affect the adhesive. Try to install on a particularly dry day.

1. Using the scraper, remove all the gunk where the mirror was formerly attached. Using a sharp blade is important to remove all adhesive.

2. Clean the area. Pour some alcohol onto a paper towel or cloth and wipe down the area where you will be mounting the new mirror. This will remove any last grease, oil, or residue. Wait a few minutes after cleaning for the area to dry.

3. Examine your new mirror. At the attachment point there should be a small u-shaped button. You MUST remove this button. It may be secured with a small screw or snapped into place. You can either use the pliers to press down the metal flange holding it, or use the screwdriver to pry it out.

4. After removing the button, very carefully use the scraper to remove all traces of adhesive from its face. Repeat the cleaning process with the button.

5. Once the button is dry, place it on the windshield where you would like the mirror to attach. Make sure that is it exactly where you want it because it will not be easy to remove.

6. Make sure that curved end of the button is facing UPWARD. Then, using the pencil, trace the button. This way, you can remove the button, and see where the mirror will be installed. Set the button aside for now.

7. Open your replacement kit and read the instructions carefully. You should find a small tube of adhesive, a vial of adhesive activator, and maybe a spare button.

8. Remove the activator. Squeeze the vial to break the glass, allowing fluid to soak the swab.

9. Liberally cover the market area on the windshield with the activator. You can also coat the inner face of the button, if you like. Wait five minutes for both surfaces to dry.

10. Remove the adhesive tube from the kit and cut off the tip with the scissors. Squeeze a large drop onto the center of the inner face of the button. Don’t put more than one large drop.

11. Place the glue side of the button onto the marked are of your windshield, curved end up. Press and hold it against the glass for over a minute.

12. When you release pressure, the button should be secured to the windshield. Once the button is on the glass, wait at least an hour before continuing.

13. Now attach your new mirror. Carefully slide the attachment onto the button and push down until you hear a click. You may need to fasten the button with a small screw.

Finito! You’re done. You can discreetly check out the chick behind you while stopped at a red light.

About the Author

Who would have thought replacing your rear view mirror would have been that easy? To prevent mirror damage, you should consider using windshield sun shades. –Mike Rosania

Where can I buy a replacement side mirror for a 1982 Pontiac Trans Am?

either the entire mirror or just the glass, and any good site with parts for the '82 Trans Am would be great

Try Hawksthirdgenparts.com. They specialize in 82-92 Firebirds/Camaros.

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