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3 Benefits To Upgrading Your Windows

May 6, 2015
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Upgrading Windows

Whether you’re moving into a pre-owned home, live in an old house, or are simply finding your home to be colder than necessary in the winter and warmer than you’d like in the summer, it’s likely high time that you replaced the windows in your home.

Upgrading Windows

While unfortunate, an increasing number of homeowners are wasting more money by keeping energy-inefficient windows in place instead of upgrading them to eco-friendly models that guarantee lower operating costs and greater security.

A lot goes into the replacement window buying process, and perhaps this is why so many people end up putting it off altogether. However, the sooner you recognize that the advantages of upgrading far outweigh the disadvantages, you will probably waste no time discarding the old!

Benefits of Replacing Old Windows

  • Lower utility bills
    There’s no getting around this point. The longer your old, drafty windows are left intact, the more money you will spend in the long run. One of the top reasons many people avoid committing to home improvement projects is that they fail to recognize the value of the long-term investment. Even if you end up spending a few hundred dollars per new window (costs vary markedly by type and style), you are bound to recoup much more than the initial cost over the course of its lifespan.

    It’s not uncommon for homeowners to save up to a few hundred on their utility bills per year, and windows are guaranteed to be a valuable addition to your home saving.

  • Curb appeal is a given
    This one practically speaks for itself. When given the option to choose from a home that features stylish new windows or one that is sporting an ugly set from the 70’s, buyers will generally always opt for the former. The immediate cost-savings aside, new windows make for an equity boost and heightened resale value.
  • No more maintenance
    You will likely never have to hassle with your new windows once they’re installed, especially if you buy vinyl or fiberglass. This will save both money and time as you’ll no longer need to repaint the frames. The peace of mind gained by “set it and forget it” windows alone makes upgrading a worthwhile investment.

Additional benefits of replacing old windows include enhanced security, lower sound transmission, and a reduced environmental improvement. All told, you can never go wrong with upgrading your home’s windows!

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