Frequently Asked Questions

We are proud to provide a variety of high-quality home remodeling services in Southern Wisconsin. Our expertise includes metal and asphalt roof replacement, gutter installation, attic insulation, new windows and doors, replacement siding, baths and shower remodeling. We work with top brands and offer a broad selection of materials and styles to suit the various needs of our customers. 

If the damage is minor and the affected structures aren’t very old, then repairs are usually the best option. However, if you’re dealing with significant or recurring issues, then it’s more cost-effective to go ahead with a full replacement. If you’re not sure which is best for your needs, we can provide a professional inspection and project cost estimate to help you make an informed decision. 

Yes! We want our customers to receive everything they need to make the best choice for their remodeling needs and budget. So, we provide a free consultation and project cost estimate with no obligation or strings attached. 

We offer multiple home remodeling services, and the size and scope of each can vary. Because of this, the timeline of every project can vary also. However, we do prioritize efficiency to reduce the hassle of every remodel, and we can provide you with a timeline for yours during your free consultation. 

We take quality and safety seriously when planning our remodels, and some weather conditions can make it impossible to provide a quality remodeling experience. However, we are available all year long. If there is a delay because of the weather, then we will reschedule your remodel at a time that works best for you. 

Most of our solutions are focused on the exterior of your home, such as roofing, gutters, windows and doors, and siding. However, we also provide a variety of bathroom remodeling services. These include installing new bathtubs, showers, bathroom conversions, and accessible options such as walk-in tubs and walk-in showers. 

Our team is trusted to serve homeowners in more than 30 locations throughout Southern Wisconsin. Some of these include Brookfield, Franklin, Glendale, Kenosha, Milwaukee, Waukesha, and much more. Visit our Service Areas page or submit our online contact form to find out if we are available in your region. 

We make it easy to contact us and schedule your remodeling project—starting with a free consultation and quote. Simply give us a call or submit our online form, and we will get back to you quickly. 

If your windows or doors are drafty, difficult to open and close fully, or visibly damaged, these are key signs that it’s time for replacements. You can also benefit from new windows and doors if you want to update the appearance, functionality, protection, and energy efficiency of your home. 

If you invest in new, energy-efficient windows, you might notice an immediate reduction in your home’s energy consumption. That’s because these windows are made to seal out drafts, prevent heat transfer, and block UV rays from entering your home. This is attributed to features like double- and triple-pane glass, gas filled chambers, low-E coating, and weathertight seals. 

We are proud to provide replacement windows by ProVia. This brand primarily offers vinyl windows, but they also provide wood-clad windows, aluminum, and fiberglass window frames. Choose from a range of styles, such as double-hung, bay and bow, casement, garden, picture, slider, and much more. 

Yes! We provide energy-efficient window options that hold an ENERGY STAR® rating for Southern Wisconsin, helping to keep your climate-controlled air indoors where it should be while sealing out drafts. 

The timeline can vary between project to project. However, it takes three to six weeks on average to complete a window replacement project from start to finish. This includes a free consultation, product ordering/manufacturing, installation, and final walkthrough. The installation itself usually takes a couple of days at most. 

Absolutely! We provide a wide range of design options for your replacement doors. This includes various door types, styles, finishes and colors, glass inserts, hardware options, and more. We will discuss your needs during your consultation and help you select features that work for you. 

We understand how important it is to have a cohesive home exterior. We offer a broad selection of door color and finish options to complement any aesthetic. 

Proper insulation is ensured by accurately measuring openings, using quality weatherstripping, applying appropriate expanding foam or insulation around frames, and sealing gaps with caulk. Final checks confirm airtight seals to prevent drafts, moisture intrusion, and energy loss.

Providing a clean, low-hassle remodel is important to us. When replacing your home’s windows and doors, we carefully remove and properly dispose of all your old products. 

There are many signs to be on the lookout for that your siding needs to be replaced. Indicators include physical damage such as cracks, holes, rot, or warping, as well as water damage, like mold and mildew growth or bubbling or peeling paint. Additionally, if your siding is at the end of its projected lifespan, it’s a good idea to consider getting it inspected even if there are no visible signs of damage, decay or deterioration.

At Abby Home, we’re well-versed in handling and installing a wide variety of siding products. Our vinyl siding options are reliable, affordable, and come in a variety of styles and colors. Our composite siding is highly durable and offers superior insulation, and our wood siding materials will give any home a rustic, charming aesthetic. We source our products from trusted brands, like Alside, LP Smartside, and Preservation.

Although Wisconsin’s weather is drastically different depending on the season, most types of siding are engineered to withstand everything from extreme heat to below-freezing temperatures, as well as snow, wind, rain, and more. However, different materials will have different life expectancies, with vinyl siding offering approximately 20—30-year lifespans in Wisconsin climates and composite siding typically lasting up to 50 years.

Getting new siding installed can absolutely improve energy efficiency and reduce drafts! New siding panels that are properly and tightly installed can offer much more insulation than worn out materials or incorrectly-installed panels. A fresh installation featuring brand-new products will increase the thermal barrier around your home, leading to a cozier interior all year long and potentially even lower energy bills.

Currently in Wisconsin, our team has seen a rise in demand for siding types such as board and batten as well as vertical siding, both of which give off modern aesthetics. Vinyl Siding remains an ever-popular option, but we’ve also seen a resurgence in classic wood siding installations for area homeowners, which is known for both its timeless appearance and impressive performance. Deep, earthy tones such as charcoal gray, slate blue, and deep green have been trending lately, as well as black and architectural brown, which are typically used with white trim.

​The length of time your siding replacement will take depends on factors such as the size of your home, but on average, you can expect the project to last for 7—14 days. Oftentimes, contractors find underlying issues that need to be addressed, such as extensive wood rot or mold growth, which can delay timelines. Different materials may also affect your project length, with vinyl siding considered easy and quick to install while options like brick or stone often take much longer.​

​At Abby Home, we’ve been specializing in full siding replacements since 2010. We partner with industry-leading brands for our materials, including Alside, LP Smartside, and Preservation, ensuring that the materials we utilize are built to offer decades-long lifespans. Many of these material options also come with manufacturer-specific warranties, so our customers can rest assured that their siding replacement from us will keep them protected for the foreseeable future.​

Financing Options are often available for siding replacement projects, but only at the discretion of the contractor. This is something to ask your team about sooner rather than later. At Abby Home, we offer various financing options so that our customers don’t have to worry about a larger upfront cost. Some of our preferred lenders include Momnt, Synchrony, and Power Pay.​

Yes, our team at Abby Home is a licensed and insured home remodeling contractor in the state of Wisconsin. We’ve held these credentials since 2010, when we first opened our doors, and offer a variety of services to homeowners in Milwaukee and the surrounding area, including new window installations, roofing services, exterior door replacements, siding replacements, gutter options, insulation solutions, and bathroom remodeling.

At Abby Home, we offer many different warranty options alongside our home remodeling services. The vast majority of our products and materials are covered by manufacture-specific warranties and will range in length and coverage from one brand to the next. On top of this, we also offer our own 2-year workmanship warranty, so if anything were to happen to your new investment within the first two years, our team will be there as quickly as possible to make it right.

Our team makes it as easy as possible to obtain a complimentary price estimate for any of our home remodeling projects. Your first option is to fill out our online form, which can be accessed via our website. The second way to receive your free price estimate for one of our services is to give us a call and speak with one of our experts—they’ll answer any questions you may have, and help you with your quote.

As part of our commitment to providing exceptional customer care, we offer a variety of flexible financing options at Abby Home. Some of our preferred lenders include well-known names like Power Pay, Synchrony, and Momnt, and the plans we offer vary depending on what is most important to the homeowner, including no downpayments, 24 months deferred interest, and no interest if paid in full within 24 months.

To see examples of our past remodeling projects, just visit our website and browse through our gallery! We upload many photos of our previous projects, including new windows, siding installations, roof replacements, and much more. For more information on all that we can do and to see further examples of our craftsmanship, get in touch with our company and one of our friendly team members will be happy to help.

You can view testimonials and reviews from our previous customers on our website to get an idea of the service you can expect when you enlist our help. Currently, we’ve earned over 700 5-star reviews from homeowners that have worked with us, as well as many awards and accolades for the quality of our services, such as the “BIG50 Award” from Remodeling Magazine, the “Service Excellence Award” from GuildQuality, and the “40 Under 40 Award” from Pro Remodeler.