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A RECENT STUDY FOUND THAT NEARLY HALF OF AMERICANS WOULD NOT BE ABLE TO COME UP WITH JUST $400 IN SAVINGS IF THEY HAD AN EMERGENCY OR NEEDED THE FUNDS. THAT DOESN’T SOUND VERY OPTIMISTIC. WE ASKED FOUR DIFFERENT EXPERTS TO SHARE THEIR BEST SAVINGS TIPS. HERE’S WHAT THEY HAD TO SAY.
The thought of replacing your windows might seem costly. You might wonder why bother replacing them if they are functioning fine right now. We will share two ways you can save money by replacing your old windows. Our experts in this field are Vladimir and Andrew Valulchik, owners of the well-known and trustworthy company “Smart Energy Solutions”. This company has provided quality service and reliable products throughout the Greater Sacramento and Bay Area for more than a decade. NEW WINDOWS CAN LOWER YOUR UTILITY BILLS AND CUT DOWN ON NOISE. Old windows can be a significant source of heat loss. New, energy-efficient windows are more air-tight than traditional, single-pane windows. New windows prevent outside air from getting in and inside air from getting out. Energy-efficient glass may also have a special coating that blocks heat from entering your home in the summer and keeps heat in your home during the winter.
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INCREASE YOUR HOUSE RESALE VALUE AND IMPROVE ITS APPEARANCE. Replacing your windows can increase the value of your home when you move. Potential homebuyers may be willing to pay more for a home that is energy-efficient because it offers the promise of energy savings for years to come. Replacing your windows with new energyefficient windows can return up to 72% of the project cost upon resale. FINAL NOTE: Replacing the windows in your home is a good investment, and offers a strong return for what you spend. In fact, it’s one of the most valuable home improvements you can make.
