Taking the time to replace your old windows is one of the most important home renovation projects you can do, for both your pocketbook and comfort. While it’s common knowledge to replace windows when they are broken, there are also several less obvious reasons as well.
1. Cut energy costs. Although replacing the windows cannot eliminate utility bills, new windows will help take a considerable chunk out of the final cost. In addition to having a fresh seal around them to help prevent leakage, new windows that are up to code are double pane, which means that you get an added layer of protection from the elements. Something that is of great importance in tough climate areas like Fairfield County, CT and Northern New Jersey. As a bonus, new windows will also help filter out the harmful sun rays so that you don’t feel like you have to wear sunscreen to lounge around your living room!
2. Improved safety factor. Old windows are very thin, and they can become brittle over time – especially if they have any imperfections, like cracks or small fractures. In turn, this presents a safety hazard during bouts of poor weather, and even during something as innocent as children playing. Depending on the condition of the window, sometimes all it takes to break the glass is a light tap in the right place, which makes it easier to break it. One of the most important reasons to replace windows is the added safety measures – the glass is manufactured in a way that it will not shatter if it’s broken, making it both child and pet friendly.
3. Raise home value. Because new windows are energy efficient, aesthetically pleasing and offer increased security, they have the potential to raise the market value of your home. An upgraded house that looks nice from all angles, including the windows, is much easier to sell.
4. Rebates and tax credits. Most insurance companies offer rebates, and even discounts, to customers with updated windows as an incentive to include them in your home renovation plans. In many states, there are also tax breaks offered as well.
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5. Improved performance.
Aside from keeping heat in more efficiently with a tighter fitting seal, new windows are easier to open and close – which means they are less likely to break from rough handling. This goes hand-in-hand with an increased home value, and in general, will make living in your home much more comfortable.
While replacing all the old, energy sucking windows in your home is not one of the most labor intensive home renovation projects you can tackle, you will immediately notice the difference in performance – especially on a chilly day in Fairfield County, CT and Northern New Jersey.
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Our company has been around for over 40 years and we are a reliable window installer service with customers in Fairfield County, Connecticut, and the Northern New Jersey area - in particular Bergen County, Essex County, Passic County and Hudson County.
As with any major home improvement project it is best to have a trusted contractor
like Prime Home Improvements do the work rather than trying to tackle
the project yourself. There are many things that can go wrong and it is
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