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respondents understand the energy efficiency benefits of newer replacement windows, more than 50% admit to having windows that are more than 16 years old.

*2007 survey results show that 327o of respondents believe windows should be replaced every 30 to 50 years in a home," said Monroe. "That's simply too long of a time frame to expect windows to be working effectively in the home. Most manufacturers and building professionals recommend evaluatine win-

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dows on an annual basis. And, after two decades homeowners should strongly think about replacing windows to gain the newest and best energy efficient features currently available in the marketplace.

"Windows are like all other products-including roofing, siding and appliances; their usefulness wears out over time. An average homeowner needs to plan on replacing windows between the 20 and 30 year timeframe in the life of a home to gain the maximum return on their investment."