As a window manufacturer in the remodeling industry, American Exteriors LLC has worked to increase energy efficiency and safety for homeowners through our products and our process. We have enjoyed working as an industry leader as we follow guidelines of such organizations as the Environment Protection Agency (EPA) to ensure homeowner safety.

For example, in the past few years American Exteriors LLC has worked to increase the awareness and safety of remodeling homes with lead based materials. Why is increased caution used when remodeling homes with lead based building materials?

How does lead pose a danger?

When remodeling a home, dust levels and paint chips can rise to improper levels which could cause damage to children and adults. According to the website of the EPA, improper levels of lead can potentially damage the brain and nervous system. Lead can cause behavior and learning problems and slowed growth in children. In adults, some of the risks may be high blood pressure and hypertension, nerve disorders, or muscle and joint pain.

Remodeling Safely

Due to the safety concerns, the EPA has placed very stringent requirements upon agencies dealing with building materials which contain lead. American Exteriors LLC is proud to be an industry leader, working with the EPA to ensure the safety of homeowners and installers by ensuring strict adherence to their  stringent Renovation, Repair, and Painting laws.

Homeowner safety and satisfaction is the key element to our growth as a leading window and siding manufacturer in the United States.

Contact us to see why our products and process are right for you.

American Exteriors LLC – Right Window, Clear Value.

Statistics in 2010 estimated that 1 out of 5 homes will experience some type of home invasion. With these scary statistics homeowners are taking steps to increase the safety of their homes. For some, it could mean buying a state of the art alarm system for the home. For others, it may be joining a neighborhood watch program for increased vigilance. Here at American Exteriors LLC, our energy efficient products are designed to play a part in ensuring homeowners peace of mind.

As the manufacturer, we have designed our window components for security, aesthetics, and ease of use. We have designed and installed windows with our security locking mechanism for homeowners across the nation from California to Minneapolis. Click HERE to read through a few of the American Exteriors window reviews we have received.

Additional safety measures of the American Exteriors LLC windows are the limit latches which allow the window to be locked in a fixed in position. This is a feature homeowners have described as giving them ‘peace of mind’ as it allows the windows to be open during the warm summer nights without fear of someone being able to raise the window from the exterior of the house while the family is sleeping inside.

American Exteriors LLC, as the manufacturer of a product that plays a part in the safety of your home and family, invites you to Contact Us for more information on how our quality manufactured windows can help to bring you and your family peace of mind.

With 23 days until 2012, homeowners are studying the housing market to answer the question, will 2012 will be the turning point? According to the information provided by The Standard and Poors Housing Index we may be on the right track.

That would make NOW a great time to look into the top 2012 Home Improvement trends.

Why is now such a great time to do so? Home buyers are now looking for a place to settle. With the data of the past 5 years of the housing market in focus, home buyers for the 2012 season are no longer looking simply for investment properties. The idea of buying a home just to “flip it” does not have the same economical value of say 10 years ago.

Homeowners looking to sell recognize that with so many new homes on the market, making home improvements allows older homes to be competitive in today’s housing market. Manufactures recognize that with such a “buyers market”, the demand for goods and services associated with home improvement are steadily on the rise. Whether you fall into the category of making home improvements for maintenance purposes, to improve the aesthetics and environment of your home or to increase the overall value of your home, there are many factors to consider before deciding on a course of action.

Here are two important factors to keep in mind when deciding what 2012 improvements to make on your home.

1. Your neighborhoods median value - whether you choose to stay in the home or sell in the future,  upgrading your home past the neighborhood median value will make it far more difficult for you to sell your home.

2. R.O.I. dollars - do your research to determine what 2012 home improvements have the best return on your investment.

Here are a few according to Realtor Mag 2010-2011 cost vs. value analysis:

1. Entry Door Replacement

Cost recouped: 102.1%

2. Garage Door Replacement

Cost recouped: 83.9%

3. Siding Replacement

Cost recouped: 80.0%

Just as important as what to do is who is doing the work for you. With the advent of global communication, knowing who is working on your home is as easy as ‘www’. Find out about the company you are hiring by obtaining references from homeowners who have worked with the company. Research what kind of certifications the business has and what kind of professional organizations the business belongs to.

American Exteriors LLC prides itself on being a company trusted in the community to provide quality products which stand up to the test of time and add value to your home. Visit us at www.amext.com to see why we are the leading home window and siding replacement company of the Rocky Mountain region. We invite you to contact us and see for yourself why American Exteriors LLC is YOUR home improvement company.

“A three year old child is a being who gets almost as much fun out of a fifty-six dollar set of swings as it does out of finding a small green worm.” Thus spoke the words of Bill Vaugn, an American columnist and author.

And at no time more than at Christmastime do we see a child’s eyes light up as they gaze longingly at the toy display of the local market and then consider the wonders of the presents wrapped under a Christmas tree. Christmas morning is a time of joy and of excitement for kids of all ages. But there are many children whose eyes are sad and downcast as they live in a world where the anticipation of Christmas morning is overshadowed by the reality of parents simply struggling to put food on the table. These children will wake up on Christmas morning and roll over hoping the day passes as soon as possible.

Toys for Tots refuses to allow the light in a child’s eyes to grow dim. Since 1947, Toys for Tots has been keeping the light shining in the eyes of children everywhere. American Exteriors LLC is proud to continue our 10 year partnership with Toys for Tots again in 2011.

In the past few years, our Nations economy has been rocked by financial concerns. How has the Toys for Tots campaign been affected? 2008 saw our economy collapse and thus a rise in the need of local companies such as American Exteriors LLC, partnering with Toys for Tots, to take a lead on a local level. Ever stalwart, Toys for Tots oversaw the distribution of over 16.2 million toys to 7.6 million children that 2008 season. As economic concerns continued in 2009, would the mission and drive of Toys for Tots falter? Toys for Tots collected 16.3 million toys which were distributed to over 7.4 million children.  Concerns continued into 2010 but with the continued support and assistance of local companies such as American Exteriors LLC, the Toys for Tots program surged forward ever steady, ever true, distributing more that 16.7 million toys to nearly 7.2 million children.

The goal of Toys for Tots “is to deliver, through a new toy at Christmas, a message of hope to less fortunate youngsters that will assist them in becoming responsible, productive, patriotic citizens.” Toys for Tots has held its focus for over 45 years.

The mission of Toys for Tots, “is to collect new, unwrapped toys during October, November and December each year, and distribute those toys as Christmas gifts to needy children in the community in which the campaign is conducted.”

The goal of American Exteriors LLC, as we partner with Toys for Tots, is to provide toys for the children of our community, the children of our nation, on a local level. In order to provided toys for children, we here at American Exteriors LLC, have opened our doors yet again to provide a way point as the toys continue on their journey to a very special little boy or girl. American Exteriors LLC is asking the community to respond to the Toys for Tots drive. The deadline to donate is December 16, 2011. Contact us at American Exteriors LLC, we will be open until the very last minute accepting donations. We look forward to working with Toys for Tots to keep the light shining in a child’s eyes.

“Medical quackery and the promotions of nostrums and worthless drugs were among the most prominent abuses which led to the establishment of formal self-regulation in business and, in turn, to the creation of the NBBB.” – wikipedia.org

In other words, from its founding in 1912 the original purpose the BBB was to separate the fake from the genuine and it has held true to that purpose down to our day. The BBB continues to alert the public of reported business fraud, provide information on ethical as well as unethical business practices, and collect basic information on various businesses. But the BBB is more that just a watchdog, the BBB also acts as a mutually trustworthy intermediary between consumers and business as they attempt to resolve disputes

American Exteriors LLC has been a proud member of the BBB since 1995. American Exteriors LLC understands that in the home improvement industry there are issues or complaints which may arise and since according to our core purpose, ‘to make homeowners happy by developing and conveniently fulfilling their needs’ we strive to resolve any issues or complaints which may arise. American Exteriors LLC as a member of the BBB has consistently held the business review of an ‘A’ or better rating due our diligence in customer satisfaction and in resolving any complaints

What does American Exteriors LLC’s ‘A’ rating with the BBB mean? In order to attain the ‘A’ rating, American Exteriors LLC is required to excel at the BBB’s Standard of Trust which is built on 8 principals:

1. American Exteriors LLC, as a member of the BBB, will Build Trust – Establish and maintain a positive track record in the marketplace.
2. American Exteriors LLC, as a member of the BBB, will Advertise Honestly – Adhere to established standards of advertising and selling.
3. American Exteriors LLC, as a member of the BBB, will Tell the Truth –Honestly represent products and services, including clear and adequate disclosures of all material terms.
4. American Exteriors LLC, as a member of the BBB, will Be Transparent - Openly identify the nature, location, and ownership of the business, and clearly disclose all policies, guarantees and procedures that bear on a customer’s decision to buy.
5. American Exteriors LLC, as a member of the BBB, will Honor Promises - Abide by all written agreements and verbal representations.
6. American Exteriors LLC, as a member of the BBB, will Be Responsive - Address marketplace disputes quickly, professionally, and in good faith.
7. American Exteriors LLC, as a member of the BBB, will Safeguard Privacy - Protect any data collected against mishandling and fraud, collect personal information only as needed, and respect the preferences of customers regarding the use of their information.
8. American Exteriors LLC, as a member of the BBB, will Embody Integrity - Approach all business dealings, marketplace transactions and commitments with integrity.

American Exteriors LLC enjoys the relationship it has developed in the many communities as a leader in the home improvement industry and we value each and every one of the homeowners that partner with us, past, present and future.

American Exteriors LLC continues to support the BBB as we strive to excel in all aspects of customer satisfaction.

During the first snowstorm of the month, there was a recent experience of an American Exteriors LLC employee that is worth recounting. The American Exteriors LLC employee related how his dog had escaped out of the front door and he had the frustrating task of trying to track her down. As he was employing his Daniel Boone skills and tracking the dog in the snow, a little elderly lady opened her door and asked him in a very tiny voice if he minded doing her a favor. You see, with the recent heavy wet snow, the weight of the snow was breaking the limbs of all of the trees causing considerable damage and expensive cleanup. She asked in a quavering voice if the American Exteriors Employ would mind knocking the snow from the branches of the tree in her yard to save her the expense and the cleanup because her legs were unsteady and she had no one else. The American Exteriors LLC employee decided, no need to review his options, that helping this little old lady would make him feel a lot better.

With the holiday season approaching, the focus turns to family, friends and loved ones. Supermarkets are reviewing their stock of turkeys and potatoes and shops are blasting Christmas music, reminding all of the holiday season. We are constantly reminded that this is the season to appreciate being alive and part of the human family and to appreciate those whom we call mother, father, brother and sister. Those whom we call family.

But as with the experience of the American Exteriors LLC employee, there are many who do not have those connections or whose connections are broken. Now is the season not only to remember our own families but also those who are alone, those who would also appreciate a kind word or deed. That is the true meaning of the holiday spirit.

Long live the spirit of the holidays.

Whether considering renovating you home for resale or just to give it a face lift, home improvement projects are usually driven by one fact, which one gives the best bang for your buck. American Exteriors LLC has taken the time to review and compare R.O.I. renovation trends over the last few years and as expected, certain renovations just make sense. There are many home improvement projects that American Exteriors LLC has reviewed and we have seen that, year after year, replacing windows and siding come in the top 10 investments with the greatest ROI.

In today’s struggling economic housing market, taking the time to make your home stand out can mean the difference between a quick sale and stagnating in the listings. American Exteriors LLC manufactures their energy efficient products to assist in not only the quick sale, but also making your living environment as comfortable as possible. According to the American Exteriors LLC review of the 2010/2011 Remodeling cost vs value breakdown, replacing your current exterior with a foam backed vinyl siding, such as the type American Exteriors provides for energy conscious homeowners, has an over 60% recoup average. As well, from an energy conscious viewpoint, American Exteriors LLC manufactures a siding with an insulating foam backing designed to create a seal around the envelope of your home, thereby giving you greater control over the inner temperature of your environment. Not only do you recoup the cost of the siding, but you month after month benefit from the energy savings.

For American Exteriors LLC, reviewing the trends of homeowners has helped us to appreciate that the visual aspect of upgrades is just as important as functionality. That’s why with American Exteriors as the manufacturer our vinyl window products are designed to be aesthetically pleasing as well as capable of products have an over 70% return on investment. American Exteriors has a variety of colors and styles designed with you as the homeowner in mind.

Isn’t it time to allow American Exteriors LLC review with you how your home renovations can turn into home appreciation? Contact us at 1-800-7-window (1-800-794-6369) or visit our website at http://www.amext.com

Friday September 23 marks the calendar as the first day of fall. Here at the corporate office of American Exteriors LLC in Colorado, we have already seen a chill to the air as early morning commuters may attest to.

With the cold season kicking off, we remember from seasons past the good, the bad, and the down-right ugly. We look forward to the colorful fall season as the trees turn colors and the cool air that invites us to outdoor activities and then we remember preparing for the winter driving commute. We remember sledding and hot chocolate and then return to dark thoughts of shoveling snow , cold fingers and runny noses. And then there is the ugly thought of, dare I say it, increased energy costs.

Here at the corporate office of American Exteriors LLC  in Colorado have seen some homes energy consumption triple in the wintertime. That is a 3:1 rise in energy costs. This is not good news for homeowners as we all keep both eyes on our pennies. But there is hope. From the corporate office of American Exteriors LLC in Colorado we have some suggestions in our Fall Home Checklist which may be helpful to improve your homes energy efficiency and keep your home toasty without burning a hole in your pocket.

Would you like to replace your inefficient windows with an energy efficient replacement window from American Exteriors LLC at no cost? Enter our $10,000 Home Window Make-Over for a chance to make your home more efficient. With the coming cold season, you will be glad that you did.

“The true measure of a man is how he treats someone who can do him absolutely no good.” - Samuel Johnson

American Exteriors prides itself on being an organization that cares- not only about their customers and prospects but about our community as well.  Our recent partnership with Habitat for Humanity in Salt Lake City, UT has been a great experience for everyone involved.

While other companies clamor to overcome complaints and customer service issues, American Exteriors is investing our time in helping the community and those in need.

As we head into the autumn months, do something good for someone else.  Don’t do it to be seen or heard- that might be considered a scam.  Instead, do something for someone who will appreciate the good deed.  Do something for someone less fortunate than yourself.  Be genuine.  Be grateful.  It will come back to you in multiples.

Celebrated as a day to honor the social and economic strides of the American people, Labor Day is a holiday enjoyed by millions of Americans yearly. The last holiday of the summer season, Labor Day is a day to enjoy a vacation, have a barbeque or just go to the drive-in.

Labor Day also heralds the coming of fall. This is a time when most homeowners are looking to put the last of the summertime projects to rest and begin fulfilling the items on the home maintenance fall checklist in order to prepare the home for the fall season.

Here are a few tasks to consider as the season approaches to check off the list:

Home Maintenance – Interior

Fall Checklist – Item 1.

Maintenance of the heater and boiler systems are crucial to an energy efficient home in the winter. Therefore, make sure the heater and boiler systems are checked and cleaned

Fall Checklist – Item 2.

Check the insulation in your attic, basement and if possible, the walls of your home. Thickness levels vary for the different parts of the country but the correct level of insulation will do much to reduce the energy loss to your home. Click Here to check for the recommended levels of insulation in your area.

Fall Checklist – Item 3.

Clean or replace any air filters

Fall Checklist – Item 4

Dust and clean all vents. They should also be free from obstruction. Also, remember that heat rises so vents on the main level or near the floor should be opened to maximum capacity to improve the efficiency of the heater unit.

Home Maintenance - Exterior

Fall Checklist – Item 5.

With the cold season approaching, make sure that tree and bush limbs that overhang the home or driveway are trimmed. With the cold of winter, the sap in trees or the weight of snow can cause the branches to snap and break potentially causing damage to cars or vulnerable spots of the home,

Fall Checklist – Item 6.

Replace the screens with the storm window frames. Check the condition of the windows. Are there noticeable gaps around the metal or wooden frame of the window? Is the caulk peeling or cracked? Are the cracks in the glass? Fall is a great time to consider energy efficient vinyl windows. American Exteriors LLC is certainly available to come out and give you additional information. Give us a call at 1.800.7window

Fall Checklist – Item 7.

Check around piping and wiring that go through the exterior walls of your home for gaps that will allow drafts and even pests into your home.

Fall Checklist – Item 8.

Blow out the sprinkler system. You might need to call a professional to handle this. Also, drain and coil the garden hoses