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If you've ever looked into replacing your front door (or any exterior entry door), you've probably come across two very different options: a door slab and a pre-hung door unit. The slab is almost always cheaper, sometimes significantly so. And if you're handy, or know someone who is, it might seem like an obvious way to cut costs on a replacement. We're going to explain why, in nearly every exterior door replacement scenario, a slab-only swap is a false economy. This isn't be

We get this question more than you might think. A homeowner has already purchased a window, a door, or siding panels — maybe they found a deal online, maybe a family member picked something up, maybe they just want to save a few dollars by splitting the job. And they call us and ask: "Can you just come install it?" It's a fair question. And we always answer it honestly. The short answer is no — and the reason isn't just about protecting our bottom line. It's about protecting

A guide to our process, from your first visit to the finished job

A little time outside with a notepad in April is worth a lot more than an emergency call in August. Here's what to look for, including a few things most homeowners never think to check. Spring is the best time to catch small problems. The weather's mild, you're not in a rush, and the damage winter left behind is fresh enough to fix cheap. Wait until August, and what started as a caulk gap is now a rot repair. We put together a checklist covering the five areas we know best: w

When homeowners start researching replacement windows, they quickly discover a confusing landscape of materials, brands, and price points. At Kenco, we believe in cutting through the marketing noise to help you make the right choice for your home and budget. For years, we've championed vinyl windows as the best return on investment for most North Carolina homeowners. That hasn't changed. Vinyl technology has advanced dramatically, delivering excellent thermal performance, l

You're standing in your living room, looking at that window that's been giving you grief. Maybe it's foggy between the panes. Maybe it won't stay open anymore. Maybe you're just tired of feeling that draft every time you walk by. So here's the question: Do you need to replace it, or can you get away with a repair? Good news: We're going to give you straight answers. We've been doing windows in Wilson for three generations, and we've seen every scenario. Sometimes a simple rep

We read the fine print on window warranties so you don't have to.

On a scale from "toothless guy in a van with a couch" to "would you and your spouse like to attend our 4-hour educational seminar on our patented composite window technology?" — where should you start your search? If you're like most Wilson-area homeowners, you've gotten quotes from both extremes. And honestly... neither one feels right. The guy in the van might be cheap, but will he answer his phone next year when your window leaks? And the high-pressure sales team with thei

You wake up, walk into your kitchen, and notice your windows are covered in moisture. Your first thought? "Oh no, my windows are broken." We get calls about this all the time. Homeowners see condensation on their windows and assume it means the seals have failed and it's time to replace the glass. Here's the good news: most of the time, condensation on your windows is completely normal. It doesn't mean your windows are failing. It just means... well, it means physics is worki

If you own a manufactured or mobile home, you've probably noticed something frustrating: getting a window company to give you a fair quote is harder than it should be. Some companies won't work on mobile homes at all. Others will... but the price they quote makes you wonder if they actually want your business. And when you start looking into doing it yourself to save money, those YouTube videos make it look pretty straightforward. Here's what nobody's telling you: replacing w

If you've gotten a quote from Renewal by Andersen or Marvin Infinity, you've probably heard the pitch: vinyl windows are inferior because they expand and contract with temperature changes, causing seal failure, warping, and all sorts of problems down the road. It's a compelling argument. And honestly? It's not entirely wrong... it's just not the whole truth. We've been installing vinyl windows in Wilson and Eastern North Carolina for over 40 years. In that time, we've install