Why Replace Your Doors and Windows

You see them and use them everyday but often don’t pay that much attention to them. But if you take a moment to really look at your doors and windows, you may see the potential for improvement. Windows and doors have a significant impact on your home’s overall value, beauty, and livability.

Home improvement experts agree that updating your windows and doors can help you save on energy bills, improve the look and infrastructure of your home, and add long-lasting value.

If you find yourself thinking they need to be replaced, then they probably do. How do you go about choosing the best replacement windows?

Performance is the most compelling reason to replace or upgrade your doors and windows. For instance, sticky windows not only test your patience, but they also prevent you from getting the optimum benefit in terms of convenience and efficiency. Performance is also tied to safety -if doors or windows are not opening properly, they can be a safety hazard.

Energy efficiency goes hand-in-hand with performance. Check for drafts around doors and windows by moving a lit candle slowly around the edges. If the flame flickers, you have a draft. This is one of the biggest drains on the energy efficiency of your home. Drafts can add a lot of cost to your heating and cooling bills. So, for many people, this is the best reason to replace their windows or doors.

Time savings is another good reason to think about replacement. Older windows and doors require maintenance like scraping, painting, and caulking. Newer windows and doors feature low maintenance cladding, a protective exterior metal covering that requires minimal maintenance. Many newer windows also make cleaning easy with a convenient tilt feature that allows you to wash them from inside your house.

If you’re getting ready to sell your home, curb appeal is one of your foremost concerns. It is vital when selling your house to consider the condition of your windows and doors. Updated windows and doors not only improve energy efficiency and lower maintenance costs, they make your house look more appealing as well.
The number one attribute you should look for in a replacement window or door is quality. Windows are one of the most noticeable parts of your home, so make sure you look for windows that are of furniture-grade quality. The doors and windows sold by Platinum Home Renovations are top of the line. We design our windows and doors with high quality, aesthetics, and energy efficiency in mind.