Category Archives: Windows & Skylights

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Basic Window Replacement

Window replacement may seem like a simple project, and if that is your expertise, it is not that difficult. After 25 years of removing old windows and installing new windows, Compass Home Repair and Improvement is an expert in this home improvement project. Continue reading

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Window Sill Care: Paint Grade Sills

We need to determine how bad the sills are before we proceed.
Caulking on the sill or window that is pulling away a little in a few areas only requires a quick fix. Cut away the caulk that’s pulling away by using a utility knife. Be careful not to cut too deeply into the sill.

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Window Sill Care

Taking care of the sills of your windows is a normal part of home maintenance and should be taken care of every two to three years. In your bathrooms and kitchens, because of moisture, this maintenance probably needs to be done yearly.

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Special Remodel Projects

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Custom Renovation: Milking Barn to Rustic Cottage

This structure was originally an early-twentieth-century milking shed.  The previous owners had  partially converted the hayloft into a workspace and added an attached barn.  When one of our regular clients purchased the property, they called on Compass Home Improvement & … Continue reading

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