3 Tips for Choosing Window Replacements

Homes gain energy efficiency and beauty when their exteriors are updated with window replacements. Homeowners with poorly insulated windows and those with cracked windowpanes and rotting frames consume more energy to heat and cool their homes, paying higher utility bills as a consequence. Follow a few helpful guidelines when replacing windows to maximize your investment.

A Guide to Choosing Window Replacements

1. Consider Curb Appeal

Whether you’re looking to sell a home or simply want to improve its outside appearance, new windows command attention from onlookers. Upgraded windows make an enviable impression when glimpsed from curbside. Because windows and doors set the tone for the look of your house, pick windows that improve appearances whether looking in or looking out.

2. Choose the Right Style

Choosing the right window treatments depend on the style of your home. French country-style homes have narrow windows and paired shutters. American colonials look best with hinged divided-light windows to complement their traditional styling. Your home’s architecture should guide your selections. Stick to conventional designs if warranted, or choose sleeker windows to complement the minimalist aesthetic of a modern home.

3. Think About Energy Efficiency

Energy-conscious consumers minimize heating and cooling costs. Newer windows with double-pane glass filled with argon gas and vacuum seals are thermally efficient and save on utility bills. Fibrex®, an exclusive composite material for window frames, combines the durability of wood with the low-maintenance qualities of vinyl. Investing in a window system designed for energy effectiveness delivers style and practicality.

Give Engstrom’s Siding and Window a call when it’s time to add a much-needed upgrade to your home with beautiful, new replacement windows.

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