Window Replacement: Getting it Right FEATURE
Window Replacement: Getting it Right Jordan Swail, P.Eng. Read Jones Christoffersen Ltd.
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s a condo owner, replacing windows can be a significant investment in your building. Window replacement can be expensive and disruptive, but can improve occupant comfort, building aesthetics, and maintain the value of your property. To ensure a successful project and avoid common pitfalls, the Board of Directors should answer the following questions when considering a window replacement project:
1. When Should I Replace My Windows? There are a number of reasons to replace windows including: leaks, occupant comfort, energy use, road noise, and fogged glass, to name a few. The timing of replacement may depend on the reserve fund study and how widespread the issues have become. An owner survey can provide a good representation of how many owners are currently having issues. It is important to understand the causes of your window issues to ensure new windows will actually address noted problems. Is your leak really a window leak? Is it condensation continued …
