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12/27/21 | General
Cornerstone Named Top Replacement Contractor in Kansas City!

There are dozens of replacement contractors in Kansas City, but only one was named by Remodeling Magazine as a top contractor – Cornerstone Home Improvements. Recently, they put together their list of the top 550 replacement contractors in the country. We were proud to be ranked 155 nationwide and the only local Kansas City business...

11/12/21 | General
Hidden Dangers in Home Improvement Projects

At Cornerstone Home Improvements, because we specialize in siding, window, and door replacement, we constantly deal with home renovations. In our daily work, we discover some hidden dangers that many homeowners are unaware of. One of those dangers is exposure to asbestos. Although asbestos use has been regulated since the 1970s, many homes built before...

11/06/21 | Siding
5 Ways to Creatively Cover Your Home in Vinyl Siding

Think of the most attractive home in your area. What kind of siding does it have? Perhaps it has rich, mahogany wood siding that makes it look rustic. Or maybe it has solid stone siding that makes it look like some kind of castle or palace. But you probably wouldn't think of a home that...

10/12/21 | Windows
Cornerstone Helps Leawood Homeowners Decide Which Windows to Install

We were thrilled to recently finish a window installation for a couple in Leawood, KS. Vernon and Lori T. wanted to replace their old windows with more energy efficient windows. We talked about their choices, what their most important reasons were, what they expected from the windows, and, of course, their budget. You see at...

08/24/21 | General
Women In Remodeling

BY CHRISTINA KOCH AND LAURIE GRANT - CREATED: FEBRUARY 9, 2012 It sometimes is difficult to remember a time when women weren’t a vital part of the workforce. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2010, there were 123 million women in the civilian noninstitutional population; 58.6 percent of them were working. Despite the...

08/16/21 | Doors, Siding, Windows
Cornerstone Home Improvements – We’re in Your Corner

At Cornerstone Home Improvements, we’re in your corner. What exactly does that mean? It means that we don’t just sell one brand of windows, siding, or doors. We sell many brands all with quality reputations. What that allows us to do is to sell you the best product for your needs. Many home improvement companies...

08/14/21 | Windows
3 Reasons to Choose Synergy Replacement Windows

At Cornerstone Home Improvements, all of the brands of windows we carry are high quality. Synergy Windows are one of our favorites. Synergy Windows are the perfect combination of over 20 design features that outperform all other window brands. You’ll experience a significant increase in energy performance when you choose Synergy Windows, all of which...

06/29/21 | Siding
Alside Vinyl Siding Installation in Kansas City

Installing vinyl siding is a great investment in your home. Not only does it look great, but it also strengthens your home against the elements and increases the value of your property. If you’re in the Kansas City area, and are thinking of having vinyl siding installed on your home, look no further than Cornerstone...

05/10/21 | Windows
3 Benefits to Buying Energy Star Qualified Windows

Did you know that using Energy Star qualified windows, doors, and skylights can help reduce your energy bills up to 15% while helping protect the environment? In fact making these changes to your home has multiple perks. Cornerstone Home Improvements recently put together a list of these benefits, check them out! Energy Star Windows Help...

04/18/21 | Siding
Six Vinyl Siding Accessories to Make Your Home Look Great

When you think of vinyl siding, do you simply picture long strips of siding with no style or pizzazz? Well, think again. Siding doesn’t have to be boring. Many siding manufacturers also create decorative accessories to finish your home. Dentil Trim – dentil trim adds a touch of class to the eaves of your home....