Waukegan is a lakefront city in northern Lake County with a deep industrial history and a revitalizing downtown. Neighborhoods like the North Shore historic area feature early 20th-century homes, while the western sections offer post-war ranch and split-level housing.
Waukegan's position on the Lake Michigan shoreline brings harsh lake-effect snow and wind, with winter temperatures frequently plunging below -10F and wind chills reaching -30F.
Many Waukegan homes date from the early-to-mid 1900s and still have original wood-frame windows with failing glazing. The severe lake-effect weather accelerates window deterioration, making replacement with modern sealed units a high-priority upgrade for energy savings and storm protection.
the Genesee Theatre and Waukegan Harbor
Living close to the lake in Waukegan means our windows take a beating from winter storms. Panes installed impact-rated triple-pane windows and the difference during January storms is dramatic. Our heating bill dropped noticeably. — Jorge R., North Shore