According to the Department of Energy, there are more energy-efficient window features and technologies than ever before, allowing homeowners to cut down their energy bills and better insulate their homes. Have you been thinking about replacing your current windows? Replacing your windows before winter hits can be a good idea for several reasons. Here’s why.
Experience Lower Utility Bills
You may not realize just how much your windows are affecting your home energy costs, but better-insulated windows can more effectively keep out the cold while also ensuring less stress is placed on your HVAC system. By some estimates, properly installing high-quality windows can save you up to 25% on your energy bill.
Curb Appeal
Old windows that no longer match your home’s decor, or that have experienced cracks and order issues, tend to be unsightly. Replacing your windows can help improve your home’s appearance, and consequently improve its resale value. Now is also the time to replace old sills and frames that no longer fit your decor.
UV Protection
Ultraviolet, or UV rays, are typically what cause carpets, furniture and wallpaper to fade or become brittle over time—and they aren’t good for the skin either. Options like Low-E insulating glass with argon exist today—these windows allow natural sunlight to come through, illuminating your home, while blocking out the harmful UV rays.
Home Value
The National Association of Realtors estimates that homeowners receive nearly 80% of the cost of window replacement projects back when they go to sell their home. Replacing your home’s windows will make it more appealing to homeowners so that it sells faster—and for more money.
A Safer Home
Many homeowners today prefer tempered glass, which is less likely to cause injury when broken—rather than breaking into jagged spikes, it instead breaks down into granular chunks. Modern glass can also be constructed using a polymer interlayer—when the glass is accidentally (or intentionally, in the case of intruders) broken, the glass pieces will still hold together. It’s also worth noting that windows that came with older homes have sometimes been constructed using dangerous materials, with frames constructed using lead paint.
Has it come time to replace your windows? Get it done before the winter hits in order to experience all these benefits and more. Contact DLM Remodeling today at 781-789-8827.
