Choosing Replacement Windows for Your Remodeled Home

Remodeling your home is no small task and when it comes to replacing your windows, you want to do it right the first time. That means finding the best windows for the job and, of course, you have plenty from which to choose. How you do that is going to be largely dependent on a number of specific factors that you’ll want to keep in mind as you go home window shopping.

It’s no secret that replacement windows are one of the ways to significantly increase the resale value of your home. According to recent surveys, replacement windows can bring up to a 93% return on your investment, so you don’t want to select a window that doesn’t live up to your expectations. Home remodeling is a large expense and you need to take care that your money is well spent at the end of the day. Here are some tips to help you make the best choice for replacement windows and get maximum value for your money.

Comparison Shopping

We all do it, no matter what it is we’re looking to buy. You compare prices on cars as you do at the grocery store. No one wants to pay more for something they want but you also want to be sure that you’re getting true value for your hard-earned money. It’s the same thing for your replacement windows, shop around for the best prices but also be sure that you’re not buying cheap for the sake of saving a few bucks.

That so-called bargain may end up costing you more in the long run due to shoddy workmanship, reduced energy efficiency, and an inability to keep the outside out. Drafts and rain can seep into your home through windows that just aren’t well made. But hey, you got a good price! That’s no way to start a remodeling project, so while cost is important so is quality. Your job is to find the happy medium between staying within budget and finding a window product that is going to deliver everything you expect from your replacement windows.

Lower Energy Costs

Finding the right replacement windows is about putting an emphasis on bringing your energy costs down. That means finding a window option that brings energy efficiency to the home and lowering your utility costs for the long term. Good replacement windows can bring down those expenses by as much as 20% on an annual basis since they will keep the cool and warm air inside without allowing it to slip through cracked seals and misshapen frames. Running your HVAC less keeps more money in your pocket.

Keep the Outdoors from Getting In

Windows are supposed to give you a view of the outside environment around the home without allowing it to get indoors. Inclement weather such as rain, snow, sleet, even high winds, can wreak havoc on your home if your windows aren’t sufficient enough to stand up to the elements. Water can seep in through your windows, causing major damage to floors and walls if you let it pool up and sink below the surface. That can represent some serious repair bills, money that you may avoid having to spend if you buy the right replacement windows from the start. Rain and snow aren’t the only things you want to keep out either, noise pollution coming from roads, nearby buildings, and boisterous neighbors can also have an adverse effect on the enjoyment of your home.

Any home remodeling project that involves replacing the windows should put a greater emphasis on promoting total peace and quiet. Even better, this quietude is a good selling point in the event you decide to resell your home at some point. A noisy home is a home that can be tough to sell on the open market, particularly for the asking price. Don’t lose money on a resale just because you chose the wrong replacement windows.

Keep Your Valuables Safe

Another thing to keep in mind when you choose your replacement windows is picking the window that will safeguard your valuables effectively. That means finding one that is resistant to breakage from intruders but, more importantly, provides some form of UV protection from the bright sun. Your furniture and other valuables are susceptible to becoming sun-bleached from hotspots and UV rays that can get into the home. Buying the right replacement window takes this potential damage into account so you can avoid having your things ruined.

Call CS Window Replacement to discuss these and other factors before you buy your replacement windows. We’re here to answer all of your important questions.