Home
improvement is something that all homeowners need to think
about at one point or another. While many may not think
about replacement
windows or sliding patio doors initially, home improvement will quickly
become a common theme beginning when you sign on the
line and take on the responsibility of home ownership.
Sure, there
will be some back and forth as to what project or renovation takes the spot of
most important, but when it comes down to it, most
homeowners are looking to stretch their money as
much as possible. That’s why new replacement windows are a good investment. Not convinced? Here are five benefits you can
expect to see when you finally take the plunge:
- Increased home value. As a homeowner, home value is very important, and when it comes to home improvement, you
want to be sure your investment will help pay you back
in the end. Replacement windows are higher on the
list of cost vs. value projects that can offer good
returns1 if you resell
your home.
- Enhanced safety. Older windows that haven’t been taken care
of properly or don’t function easily not only mean you
aren’t reaping the most benefit from your windows, they can be a safety concern.
If there’s an emergency in your home, these windows can become a hazard if they
aren’t able to be opened easily. New replacement windows help provide increased
safety.
- Improved comfort. Old windows are simply not as energy efficient as newer, tightly-sealed windows. By adding new replacement windows, you can help alleviate
the annoyance of hot and cold drafts throughout the year.
- More energy efficiency. Advancements in replacement windows mean that they can to keep your home from letting out that precious air
conditioning in the summer and heat in the winter. This can translate to a
reduction in monthly energy costs and an overall more comfortable
home.
- Simpler upkeep. It’s nearly impossible
to find anyone who looks forward to cleaning windows, and with innovations like sashes that tilt-in,
replacement windows can now make cleaning easier.
These five
benefits are only the beginning to
all of the benefits that replacement windows can provide.
If you want to learn about all of the replacement window options available to
you in Roanoke, stop by Pella Windows and Doors’s local showroom to see what will work best for your home and your budget. In the
meantime, give them a call at 540-466-1918 or schedule and appointment online to get answers to any questions you may have.
1
http://www.remodeling.hw.net/cost-vs-value/2015/