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renovations and new windows

Renovations and New Windows

Thinking about renovating this season? Contemplating replacing windows during the process? New windows can enhance many things in your home. They can add colour to the interior and exterior, add light, character and improve efficiency with heating and cooling. Existing openings can often be enlarged; a new opening can be cut in to allow installation

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how to keep your home cool in warm weather

How to Keep Your Home Cool in Warm Weather

After the long winter, it’s hard to imagine complaining about the heat. But as Canadians, we know that our summers can get hot and sticky. When the thermometer starts to rise, it’s always helpful to learn about different things that can help keep your home cool without having to rely solely on energy-guzzling A/C. To

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5 design tips for windows

5 Design Tips for Windows

Whether you’re building a new house or installing replacements, here are five design tips that are necessary to know. Energy Efficiency Matters Saving on energy usage is big. Windows can play a huge role in reducing fossil fuel, hydro usage. They can also help heat your home. So when shopping for new windows, make sure

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How to Tell When Windows Need Replacing

How to Tell When Windows Need Replacing

Not sure when it’s time to replace your windows? Windows are an integral part of any home and can greatly affect your energy bills each and every month. Being able to recognize when it’s time for new ones is important. If your windows are 10 years old or older, it could be time to consider

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Determining Which Windows to Replace

Determining Which Windows to Replace

Replacing all of the windows at once in your home isn’t always practical, especially if budget is a concern. Often, simple fixes can extend the lifespan of a window, but some windows are simply beyond repair. Deciding or prioritizing which windows need to be replaced requires some thought. Here are some insights which may assist

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Big News!

Big News! Bigger Rebates!

For a limited time, the Ontario Provincial Government is offering rebates of $500 per window to a maximum of $5000 to homeowners that upgrade to Scheel’s Energy Star Best Rated casement windows. We have never seen rebates of this kind before. Take advantage of this once in a lifetime opportunity today and call 613-623-2909 or

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Want to reduce Energy Use & Save money on your Utility Bill? Scheel Window & Door can help.

Want to reduce Energy Use & Save money on your Utility Bill? Scheel Window & Door can help.

Old windows & doors can drive your utility bills sky high. Older windows and doors usually have deteriorated wither stripping, poor seal, loss of argon and may be of poor design. These flaws can cost you a lot of money over the years. To find out how new energy efficient windows can make a difference,

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