As fall arrives and the weather begins to cool down, now is the best time of year to spend evenings on the patio. Unfortunately, in the South, bugs still persist well into December. That means many nights with friends can still be ruined by a mosquito attack at dusk. That is why having an enclosed patio is absolutely essential in Florida…
With last month’s arrival of Hurricane Elsa down in South Florida, it is safe to say that hurricane season is officially up and running for the year. The Atlantic hurricane season runs in the Southeast from June 1st to November 30th, leaving coastal homeowners at risk of having their homes flooded and damaged for a major chunk of the year.…
Sliding doors are a beautiful option for rooms that need a little more light. They also help with the lack of space for a more traditional hinged door. These beautiful doors function more like windows, but with the extra benefit of effortlessly sliding open. But what happens when these sliding doors become something more like sticking doors? If you are…
Let’s face it, sometimes windows are less than great. They can get dirty, look dated, or show off less than stellar views. Not every window is a winner and some of them need a bit of a makeover. New curtains and blinds are often too expensive or offer too much of a permanent change for space you are only renting.…
So many houses have one room that is too dark; it’s not inviting and everyone stays away from it. Maybe it doesn’t have many windows or the windows are too small for enough light to get in. Whatever the reason, it’s time to fix your dark room. And with a few simple changes, you can transform it into a bright…
The weather is already starting to heat up here in Florida and as the seasons steadily march toward summer it’s time to start thinking about all the money, and energy you might be wasting as your drafty windows let the cold air out, and the hot air in. Here are a few money-saving changes to make your windows more energy…
The latest trend in home window technology has been around for a long time, but is recently surging in popularity due to its security benefits, environmental advantages, and aesthetic value. Window tints were once unsightly dark films that impacted a home’s curb appeal. However, nowadays window tints have improved greatly and are available in many different styles. These styles range…
How To Stop Birds From Flying Into Your Windows We’ve all been there. You’re enjoying a bright sunny day, maybe doing some chores or getting some work done, when you hear that loud thunk against your window. You quickly run to the window and hopefully just see a stunned bird, but more often than not hitting a window is enough…
My Father’s Arrows We’re one of the most trusted home improvement companies on the Gulf Coast because we do a great job on every project. We’ve even got 200+ testimonials to prove it!”. Recently, My Father’s Arrows contacted us. They are a community-driven, faith-based orphanage located in Jay, FL. They needed new windows for one of their buildings and we…
Hurricane Sally Folkers is dedicated to providing the best possible service on every job, regardless of size. Recently, Hurricane Sally put our hard-working employees to the test and they excelled (as they always do). No one expected the devastation we received from Hurricane Sally, but Folkers is still here, helping homeowners and businesses get back on their feet as fast…
