Spring is HERE! Are you ready to open those windows and air your home? Is it time to install new energy-efficient replacement windows? Read about the benefits of replacing windows in the Spring such as making sure you can operate them- after all…its Spring and we survived another New England winter!
Many New England homeowners are thinking about improving their curb appeal and safeguarding their homes against leaks. Replacement windows are beneficial for every time of year, but installation during the spring season can provide extra advantages.
If you were considering replacing windows in the spring, you are in luck. This is one of the best times of year for new windows, and here are a few reasons why.
1. Instant Boost In Curb Appeal
Homeowners use the nice weather to improve their outdoor exterior. Replacement windows are an ideal addition for improving the appearance of your home, using an array of styles, shapes, and sizes.
Today’s window trends include black windows. Black vinyl windows make a stark impression on your home. This is especially true when paired with white vinyl siding. It is an instant eye-catching color palette!
From there, a variety of window styles also enhance the exterior of your home. Bay and bow windows make an exceptional addition to your home, working as three-dimensional windows with a lot of aesthetic appeal.
Meanwhile, geometric windows such as circle windows, oval windows, or hexagon windows create more character.
Lastly, don’t forget that vinyl comes in other colors and white. We mention black is a popular choice, and there are also colors such as beige, rosewood, and even forest green to enhance your exterior.
2. Relief From The Summer Heat & Energy Bills Savings
Our windows are designed to perform! Perhaps one of the most beneficial reasons for replacing windows in the spring is getting ahead of summer energy bills. Whether we are in the midst of a heatwave or we’re battling a few hot days, there’s nothing worse than feeling hot and sticky in your own home.
Electric Bills are Climbing: New Windows Save on Energy Costs
While air conditioning can certainly help keep your home cool, the problem is that outdated windows won’t provide good insulation. This means that your air conditioning continuously operates in overdrive. This is what results in sky-high energy bills during the summer, which could cost well over $100 or more a month.
If your old windows are causing your energy bills to soar, now is the time to replace as electricity costs are likely to skyrocket even higher.
New windows are designed to keep cool air inside your home so that you can enjoy it without the worry of overworking your air conditioning.
Optimal Spring Performance with Technologies Like . . .
- Quality widow frames: Our vinyl windows are crafted from premium, pure virgin uPVC. In addition to being extremely durable and strong, this material keeps your home insulated. Polyurethane foam is used to fill the frame to provide the best insulation against energy loss.
- Extra protection with Low-e Glass: Low E glazing offers an additional element of protection. In the summertime, low E reflects the light off of the windows. This means that the sun won’t penetrate through the glass, causing your home to heat up like an oven and even fading carpet, furniture, and curtains.
- Two panes for enhanced insulation: Keep your home cool with the help of our dual pane windows.
A single pane of glass with an air- or gas-filled space in the middle insulates much better than two panes of glass. For even greater energy efficiency, some ENERGY STAR certified windows have three panes. - Energy-efficient inert gases: A window with an energy-efficient inert gas between the panes might contain argon, krypton, or another gas. The odorless, colorless, non-toxic gases insulate better than regular air by reducing the conduction of heat between the glass panes.
- Top-performing spacer technology: A spacer keeps a window’s glass panes the correct distance apart and insulates pane edges. Aluminum, stainless steel, and foam can all be used as spacers. In addition to providing an airtight seal between the panes, spacers need to be able to withstand the bending of the glass throughout the day as it warms and cools.
Do you have old and drafty windows?
You may have experienced extreme heating costs this past winter. You definitely don’t want to continue to waste more money on inefficient windows this summer! Our windows are the lowest air-infiltrated window on the market and come with double or triple-pane glass and UV-resistant coatings to save you money and be comfortable in your home.
3. Increases Property Value
Spring is a popular time of year to sell your home. With the red hot real estate market, people are looking to buy homes in droves. Many homes are going over the asking price and you can maximize the profit by choosing replacement windows as an exterior upgrade.
In fact, the newest 2021 Cost vs Value Report by Remodeling states that replacement windows provide a 72.9% return on investment. This means for every dollar that you spend, you’ll receive 72.9% in return. The key is that you must invest in quality vinyl windows!
If you choose to put your home on the market, you can bring in even more buyers and potentially walk away with more money in your pocket.
4. Reduces the Risk of Algae & Mold Growth
It’s no secret that mold growth is a concern during the spring season. Soggy and rainy days can lead to mold or algae growth, as well as rot on old window frames. The truth is that spring is the worst time of year for mold potential, especially when we experience heavy rains.
What causes mold to grow on old wood window frames? There are several culprits, such as:
- Wood is an organic material, which provides a food source. Damp wood is an even better food source for mold.
- Wood windows that are out of direct sunlight are even more subject to mold growth, as it allows the fungus to thrive.
- Moisture and dust build up in the joints of the window frames, further encouraging mold to grow.
- Keep in mind that mold spores can remain dormant and grow at a later time. Just because you don’t see mold on your wood windows right now doesn’t mean it’s not there!
Keep an Eye Out for Algae Growth
Mold isn’t the only problem you’ll find during the wet and rainy seasons. There is also a concern about algae growth, which can also grow on wood window frames. What causes algae to grow on window frames?
- Know that there are several types of algae, with green algae growing in similar conditions as mold
- It forms in dark or shady areas with excess moisture
- It makes wood windows feel slick and slimy
- It also starts to turn your old windows green
- Algae growth can be difficult to remove, especially from old and deteriorating window frames
Don’t forget that moss and algae will form on other areas of your exterior as well. This includes windows, siding, roofing, and doors!
Vinyl replacement windows hold the key to preventing mold growth on the frames. Meanwhile, preventing moisture from entering your home and addressing broken seals is key to mold prevention.
Invest in quality replacement windows with professional installation first. A correctly installed window keeps both drafts and moisture out of the home.
Furthermore, replacing the window will also replace the broken seal. In addition to mold growth, a broken seal compromises the performance of a window, leading to high energy bills. Gases that are able to escape cause the window to lose its insulating power. This is bad news for when summer energy bills come due.
5. Ideal Weather Conditions
Let’s face it…installation is much easier in the Spring! Spring window replacement allows you and your installers to enjoy the warm temperatures and remove any challenges of the cold winter or extremely hot weather. There are also more daytime hours in the spring, so your project can be completed faster. So, getting new windows in the spring just makes sense—both for you and for window contractors.
Benefits of Replacing Windows in the Spring: Book Now!
Want to replace your windows before summer gets here? Replacing your windows in the Spring not only adds ROI value and curb appeal to your home but savings on your energy bills!
If your windows are cold and drafty they are letting the unwanted warm air into your home. The early bird gets…home improvements done before Spring/Summer rush.
ACT NOW to book before the spring season fully kicks off. Reap all the benefits of quality vinyl window replacement sooner than later! Click here to schedule a free estimate with us.
