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Why Invest into New Windows for My Home? Provided by Resolute Window and Door Replacement One of the best upgrades you can do for your home is to upgrade your windows.Technology in today’s windows are so superior to what windows were 20, 30, and 40 years ago. There are a wide range of products in window and door replacement for every style, level, and age of home. Many homeowners find that it’s not as expensive as they thought it would be to replace their windows, and most replacement projects are minimally invasive on the home and done from the outside, without having to remove any interior trims. There are several advantages to upgrading your old windows and doors. INCREASED HOME VALUE / CURB APPEAL According to the Remodeling 2020 Cost vs. Value Report (www.costvsvalue.com), new vinyl windows can return homeowners over 73% of the project cost upon resale. But you don’t have to wait until you sale to enjoy the benefits of new windows while you are living in your home. There is a wide range of interior and exterior finishes to coordinate with your style and the style of your home, including multiple colors, grid options, interior finishes, etc. SECURITY AND SAFETY We come across a lot of old windows that are painted or screwed shut. Occupants are often trying to minimize air flow through the windows, or the window no longer operates correctly. In case of a fire this extremely dangerous from an egress standpoint. A new properly installed window with new technologies is going to stop all airflow, lock securely, and operate smoothly so that children or the elderly can easily open and close. REDUCED DUST AND ALLERGENS / IMPROVED HOME COMFORT With older windows airflow escaping is likely, but this also means there is airflow infiltrating your home. This infiltration brings large amounts of dust and allergens into the home that get passed around through your HVAC system. The dust and allergens get locked into your home’s ventilation system as well as in the air and on surfaces in your home. New vinyl or clad replacement windows have seals to stop air from escaping and infiltrating the home which decreases the amount of dust and allergens entering your home. New layers in the glass called Low-E366 and Argon gas help to stop heat transfer and reduces the amount of ultraviolet light entering your home. This keeps the air in your home more consistent and more comfortable NOISE REDUCTION The first thing we normally hear from our customer is how much quieter their home has become. Insulated frames and multilayer glass helps reduce the noise in your home. 16 DESIGN & BUILD 2022
IMPROVED ENERGY EFFICIENCY New windows can also reduce the wear and tear on your furnace and air conditioner helping you save money by improving your home’s energy efficiency. ENERGY STAR® certified windows help lower utility costs, protect the environment, and enhance the overall comfort of your home. LOW MAINTENANCE New replacement windows are very low maintenance. Vinyl windows are all the way through, meaning if scratched the color does not change. No future painting or caulking will be needed with a vinyl window. There are options for the grids and or blinds to be put between the glass for a zero-maintenance finish. Clad windows are similarly low maintenance, however, your real wood interior on a clad window may need re-staining or re-painting in later years. When choosing a company to upgrade your windows, you may want to go with a local, reputable, independent company that is not locked into one brand or style of windows. There are many products available to choose from and a professional replacement company can install a variety of products. Some replacement companies have carpenters and painters available too, if your application requires repairs. However, big box stores may be able to replace your windows, but if they run into any issues, they usually leave it up to you to deal with any repairs needed. When choosing a replacement window company, homeowners should look for a company who has multiple options to serve your best interests instead of just selling you a set of windows.
