8 Reasons To Install New Windows In Your Home | Oahu, HI
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The windows in your home are very important. Your windows are responsible for keeping the elements out, keeping the cool, air-conditioned air, letting sunlight in, and giving you a clear view of the outdoors. Because your windows are so essential for many different things, it is important that you have high-quality windows installed.
If you live in an old house, there is a good chance that your windows are old as well. If they are, you should consider all of the benefits associated with installing new windows. There are plenty of benefits that you may not be aware of.
#1 Crystal Clear Views
Over time, it isn’t uncommon for tiny scratches to appear on your window panes. This is from years and years of people and objects scraping against the glass. Also, if your windows are very old, it isn’t uncommon for the window panes to develop a yellow tint.
When you have new windows installed in your home, the new window panes will give you a crystal clear view of the outdoors.
#2 Added Security
According to recent burglary statistics released by Safe At Last, 2.5 million home break-ins are reported each year, which averages to one burglary occurring every 13 seconds. In many of these burglaries, the intruder gains access through an unlocked window or a window without secure window locks.
If you have old windows in your Oahu, HI home, there is a good chance that your window locks aren’t secure, if they even work at all. New windows are designed with security in mind; therefore, when you have windows installed, you are protecting your home and family from intruders.
#3 Low-Maintenance
If the windows in your Oahu, HI home are old, the frames are likely made of wood. Unfortunately, wooden window frames require a great deal of maintenance. Over time, the paint on the interior and exterior frames will start to chip, which will have a negative effect on the appearance of your home. To repair the problem, you will need to sand the windows down and then repaint them. This would need to be done every few years, and it is very time-consuming.
New windows are made of fiberglass and composite, which doesn’t need to be painted. Since the windows don’t need to be repainted, they require very little maintenance.
#4 Easy To Clean
If you want a clear view out your windows, the inside and outside of the panes need to be washed regularly. If you have old windows in your house, cleaning the windows can be difficult. It is easy to clean the indoor pane because you can do so from inside the house. It is more difficult to clean the outside pane. In most cases, you will need to climb a ladder to clean the windows. If you have a second story on your house, cleaning these windows can be dangerous. It will take just one wrong move for you to fall off the ladder, which can result in a very serious injury.
New windows make window washing very simple. After cleaning the indoor pane, you would flip the windows in, allowing you to clean the outdoor pane from inside as well. This makes washing the windows much easier and safer. Best of all, washing the windows won’t need to be an all-day project because it will take a fraction of the time with replacement windows.
#5 Lower Cooling Costs
If you have old windows in your home, there is a good chance that your cool, air-conditioned air is escaping through the windows. If this is the case, it will cause a significant increase in your cooling costs. Newer windows are designed with either two or three window panes. According to ENERGY STAR, installing multi-pane windows can save between 21 and 31 percent on your cooling costs. Over the first few years, your windows will pay for themselves in the money you saved on your cooling costs.
#6 Fade Protection
The sun’s UV rays are very powerful. If you have old windows, the sun will shine into the house, and the UV lights can cause your drapes, carpeting furniture, or other home furnishings to fade. This can result in you needing to replace expensive items in your home.
Replacement windows are designed with a UV protection layer, which will keep the sun’s UV rays from causing anything inside your house to fade. These windows will protect your belongings, keeping the interior of your house looking great.
#7 Improve Your Home’s Curb Appeal
If your windows are old and the exterior frames are in disrepair, it can have a negative effect on your home’s curb appeal. You can do your best to maintain the outdoor frames, but there comes a point where the damage is just too great.
When you install replacement windows in your home, the new outdoor frames will breathe new life into the appearance of your home’s exterior. Best of all, there are plenty of styles available, making it easy to find something that will complement the style of your home.
#8 Increase the Value Of Your Home
New windows can increase the value of your home, which can be helpful if you sell your home one day. Not only will you be able to increase the asking price after installing new windows, but you will also get more offers on the house. Many homebuyers don’t want to do much work in their new home; therefore, installing new windows will be a huge selling point.
If you have old windows in your home and it is time to replace them, contact Sunburst Windows. We have over 35 years of experience in the window industry, which should give you peace of mind that you are working with the best in the business.
If you are thinking about replacing your windows, we will come to your house for an in-home consultation and estimate. If you would like more information first or see what we have to offer, you can also visit our showroom.
If you think your home can benefit from new windows, give us a call today to get the process started.
