Top 5 Reasons to Replace the Windows in Your Home

Your home is a combination of many things, a roof, doors, walls, perhaps a garden, and those especially important windows.

Windows allow the natural light from outside to entire your home, making the inside bright. They also do quite a bit for the curb appeal of your home. If you’ve ever seen a home with sagging, old, wooden framed windows, you know what we mean.

For anyone who wants to save serious money and give their home a fresh new look, replacement windows are one of the best ways to do both.

While there are a lot of reasons why you should replace those old, leaking windows in your home, we are going to focus on the top 5.

5 of the Best Reasons to Replace the Windows in Your Home

Keep reading and see if any of the following 5 reasons sound true for you.

1. Reducing Energy Costs

This is by far the biggest and best reason for replacing those outdated windows with new, energy-efficient models.

Some studies have found that as much as 30 percent of the air from your cooling or heating system is going out through the windows.

Imagine if you could cut your energy bills by 30 percent!  Wouldn’t that be great?!

Modern-day windows provide excellent insulation, which helps you control the temperature of your rooms. This means that you won’t need to run your heater or air conditioning system as much.

The less you run your HVAC system, the lower your energy bills will be. Most window replacements pay for themselves in energy costs alone in just a few years.

2. Reduce Noise Levels

Replacing your old single-pane windows for dual pane or laminated glass pane windows will help to reduce outside noise levels. This will also allow your family more privacy since inside noise will be greatly reduced from leaking outside.

3. Eliminate the Need for Storm Windows

When you replace your old single-pane windows for dual-pane windows, especially if you choose to add argon gas between the two glass panels, you will no longer need storm windows.

Double pane windows with argon or low e gas are some of the most energy-efficient windows around.

Yes, adding storm windows is cheaper than replacing your windows, but even a storm window is not as efficient as double pane vinyl windows.

Imagine eliminating that time-consuming and annoying chore twice a year?!

4. Increased Curb Appeal

As we mentioned earlier, new windows go a long way towards improving the appearance of your home. Even if you aren’t planning on selling your home in the near future, you and your family will be proud of the way your home looks.

5. Reduce Water Leaks and Mold

If you’ve noticed mold or mildew building up around the edges of the window or the floor or ceiling around the window, this is most likely due to windows that are leaking.

Even if you cannot see the water, leaking windows can allow water vapor or air that is high in humidity to enter your home, which eventually leads to the formation of mold and mildew.

Mold and mildew can cause serious health problems, not to mention the time and effort it takes to remove this from the walls.

Today’s windows are airtight and will prevent air leakage so mold cannot form.

FAQs

Q: Are replacement windows environmentally friendly?

A: Yes, they are! By reducing your energy bills, you reduce your home’s carbon footprint while you save money. This is a win-win situation for everyone!

Q: Will new windows help prevent my carpet and furniture from fading?

A: Absolutely. Newer windows are made with glass that will block the harmful UV rays of the sun that fade your furniture, carpet, and even artwork.

Q: Are replacement windows easier to clean?

A: Yes, they are. Some window designs allow you to clean the outside windows by flipping them to the inside. Newer windows are much easier to clean, and they stay cleaner longer.

Q: I hate painting my windows! Are there window frames that don’t need painting?

A: Yes, there are. You can choose vinyl windows which can be made any color you like, or you can leave them white. No painting is required. Ever.

Q: Is it worth replacing the windows in my house?

A:  The answer here is a big yes! Those who replace the windows in their homes recoup about 80 percent of the total cost when they sell their home. This doesn’t include the money you will save in energy costs over the years. Replacing all the windows in your home with new, energy-efficient windows is one of the best home improvement moves you can make!

When You are Ready to Replace Your Windows

If you still have questions regarding replacement windows, if you want to know what options are available, or if you are ready to replace your windows but you don’t know who to call, we are here to help.

A&D has been in the home improvement business for more than 15 years. We know your neighborhood, whether it’s Addison, Barrington, Elk Grove Village, Northlake, Rolling Meadows, or Wood Dale, we service nearly every area in the greater Chicago area.

We would love the opportunity to provide you with an estimate for your home. We can help you determine the best window options for your home, as well as the best choices for your budget.

Our staff is skilled in measuring to ensure you get the right fit the first time around. We can install your windows at your convenience, so you can reap all the benefits that new windows have to offer.

Check out our custom replacement options and ask about the different types of energy-efficient glass that are now available.

Call the window experts at A&D today for a free estimate. This is one home improvement project that you are going to be proud to show off!