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4 Signs You Need Window Restoration

If you’ve noticed that your windows in New York City are looking a bit less than their best lately, you may be wondering whether you need a cleaning service or a restoration service. The difference between these two services is that cleaning is simply getting rid of grime, dirt, or buildup on your windows, as…

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Should You Invest in a Window Insulation Kit?

As the New York winter bears down here in New York, you may have recently received your heating bill and cringed. There seems to be an inhospitable correlation between the temperatures dropping and your heating bill rising that surely has some sort of solution or, at the very least, a mitigation factor. One way to…

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5 Things You Need To Know About Glass Restoration Services In New York City

What’s glass restoration all about? Can old windows really get restored, or is it better to replace them? Is it possible for scratched windows to look good again? These are questions we at Total Window Service often address with our clients. We understand the confusion that residents of New York City may have regarding what,…

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How You Can Protect Your Windows Against Graffiti

New York City is no stranger to graffiti. Clean-up efforts seem to take place on an almost daily basis. While some graffiti may be cool and even acceptable (after all, some graffiti artists are quite talented), much of it is a nuisance and even a danger, especially if your property is being marked by gang…

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The Basics Of Glass Restoration

When people’s windows get scratched up by vandals or by accident, or the glass accumulates a thick coating of pollutants over the years that discolors the pane and takes away its clarity, they think it’s time to get new windows. Replacement is often the first solution that comes to mind, but it’s not necessarily the…

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What To Do About Your Scratched Windows

Just because your windows are scratched up doesn’t mean they’re ruined. Before spending big dollars to have them replaced, consider window restoration services. Here in New York City, you can check out the restoration and repair services we offer at Total Window Service. It IS Possible To Remove Scratches From Glass It may feel counterintuitive,…

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Get Rid Of Ugly Graffiti With These Services

Graffiti may be prevalent in our city, but you don’t have to live with it. If your windows have been scratched, etched, or otherwise damaged by graffiti artists or vandals, we have ways to restore your windows to their original beauty. Plus, our services are far more affordable than what it would cost to replace…

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Think Your Windows Are Ruined? Glass Restoration May Fix Them

What Is Glass Restoration? It’s the process of giving new life to windows that are stained or that seem so dirty that even the best window washer can’t clean it satisfactorily. Glass restoration can bring windows back to their original appearance; this is accomplished by removing stains, repairing signs of corrosion, and eliminating scratches and…

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How to Keep Condensation on Your Windows at Bay

The Problem With Condensation Window condensation is more than annoying. The moisture that forms on window panes and blocks your view can also damage plaster and molding. Here are some things you can do to minimize condensation. Reduce Humidity If your home or workplace is too humid, you might see fogging or excessive moisture buildup…

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Are You Listening to What Your Windows Are Trying to Tell You? Part 2

It’s easy to tell when your windows need to be repaired, restored or replaced, right? Not always. The truth is that not every window problem will be obvious, and it’s only easy to tell when to get your windows serviced when you know how to understand what your windows are trying to tell you. Since…

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