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Window Replacement in Winter: Why Cold Weather Isn’t a Problem (and Can Actually Save You Money)

Nov 17, 2025

Ottawa winters have a particular sound. The furnace kicks in a little earlier than you expect, windows gather a soft halo of frost, and you can hear the faint whistling of air sneaking through older frames on nights when the temperature drops harder than predicted. Most homeowners take this as a sign to wait until spring before doing anything about it. Winter, after all, feels like the wrong time to touch windows.

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How to Reduce Outside Noise with the Right Windows: A Practical Guide for Ottawa Homes

Nov 14, 2025

If you’ve lived in Ottawa long enough, you know the city isn’t as quiet as it used to be. Some neighbourhoods barely notice it, but in others, the noise has crept up year after year. A lot of homeowners think, “Well, that’s city life,” and decide there’s nothing they can do. But windows actually play a bigger role than most people realise.

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Yes, You Can Replace Windows and Doors in Winter!

Nov 11, 2025

Ottawa has already seen its first snowfall, and with that comes the familiar thought many homeowners have each year: “It’s too cold to replace my windows or doors — I’ll wait until spring.” But here’s the truth: winter installations are absolutely possible — and perfectly safe. At Big City Windows & Doors, we work all year round. Snow, frost, and freezing temperatures don’t stop us from keeping Ottawa homes warm, efficient, and looking great.

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Why Proper Window Installation Makes All the Difference

Oct 22, 2025

Most homeowners spend weeks comparing window styles, glass types, and efficiency ratings — and only a few minutes asking who’s going to install them. It’s an easy mistake. The truth is, the best window on the market won’t perform if it isn’t fitted and sealed properly.

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How New Windows Improve Your Home’s Energy Efficiency and Comfort

Oct 15, 2025

Most homeowners start thinking about new windows because something doesn’t feel right anymore. The heat you’re paying for keeps escaping, and you can sense it even before you see it on the bill.

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The Benefits of Installing Triple-Glazed Windows in Your Home

Oct 08, 2025

Discover the advantages of triple-glazed windows for your home. From superior energy efficiency and noise reduction to increased comfort and durability, these windows offer long-term benefits that can improve your living space and save on energy costs. Learn when and why triple-glazed windows might be the right choice for your home.

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Triple vs Double vs Single Windows — Which Wins in Ottawa?

Sep 17, 2025

Ottawa winters are not gentle. −25 °C wind, ice crust on the sill, that brief fog on the glass when someone boils pasta. Pane count matters because it changes everything you feel on the inside: warmth at arm’s length, how loud Bank Street sounds at night, whether the bottom corners drip.

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Ottawa Window Condensation: Inside, Outside & Between Panes

Sep 08, 2025

Waking up to fogged glass isn’t a character flaw. It’s physics tapping on the frame. In Ottawa, the question isn’t if you’ll see moisture — it's where and when. That location tells you the fix.

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