Owning a home comes with all sorts of upkeep. Making sure the yard, the roof, the plumbing, and every other aspect of the house stays in pristine condition can feel like a full-time job. One thing that homeowners often don’t think about as much as they should, though, are their windows.
Even if you’ve had your windows replaced since you moved into your house, it’s still a good idea to assess how they are performing on a regular basis. This guide showcases five strong indicators that new windows are in your future sooner rather than later.
They’re Broken or Damaged
This may seem obvious, but sometimes people decide to put up with broken window panes longer than they should to save money or avoid the hassle of having them replaced. Broken and damaged windows are bad for a number of reasons, though. For starters, they’re an eyesore that can bring your property value down. Secondarily, broken windows are a calling card for vandals. If your home looks like it is in disrepair, people are more likely to vandalize your property because they assume no one will care and they won’t face any consequences.
You Want to Reduce Your Energy Bill
Nowadays, people are more concerned than ever with lowering their energy bills and living “green” lifestyles. Windows, older ones in particular, can be quite energy inefficient. The best way to find out if your windows are increasing your utility bills is to have an energy audit performed. Many utility companies will do these audits for their customers at no charge. Call your utility providers to find out what their policies are.
You’re Renovating an Older Home
As previously mentioned, older windows are notorious for energy inefficiency. If you are in the process of renovating a home built at least a couple of decades ago, it’s a good idea to replace the windows before your move-in date. This way, you can rest assured that your new-to-you house is as energy efficient as possible for every season of the year.
Condensation
If you’ve begun to notice condensation on your window panes on a regular basis, it’s probably time to have them replaced. Although this can be caused by several issues, including excessive humidity in the house, it often indicates that air is getting in around the window frame, which it shouldn’t be. The best option is to have a window installation company assess the situation and provide you with options.
Your Home Feels Drafty
If your home feels drafty during the colder months of the year, the odds are good that your windows are letting in more cold air than they should be. If it’s been awhile since they were replaced, this is probably a good time. Your energy bills and your family will thank you for taking action!
If you discover that it’s going to be a little while before your new windows can be installed, there are a few things you can do to help keep your home comfortable in the meantime. If it’s wintertime, put heavy curtains up to trap as much heat as possible in the room. If it’s summertime, light shades will help without looking so wintry.
If you’re ready to replace the windows in your home, give DLM Remodeling a call today at 781-789-8827.
