If your windows are old, loose, and drafty, replacing them is a great way to save money on heating and cooling bills while also updating the appearance of your Cincinnati home. Some homeowners avoid window replacement because they fear it will be costly, but there are plenty of great strategies you can use to keep your window replacement project affordable and on-budget.
If you have the money to spare, you can certainly change over from casement to double-hung windows or have a large picture window installed in place of a bay window in the living room. However, making these modifications requires some extra work on the part of your installation team, so sticking with the same window style is often the most affordable choice. In other words, if your Cincinnati home is currently outfitted with double-hung windows, replacing them with new double-hung windows will be more affordable than switching to casement or sliding windows.
There are so many extra features you can add to windows to make them more fashionable. Grilles, for example, make windows look exceedingly stylish and elegant, but they are not essential. Focus on adding functional features, like performance glass, before you start adding stylish accessories like grilles. Functional features will often save you money in the long run by making your windows more efficient. If you still have money in your budget after adding functional features, then you can add on some extras like a grille or an arch-shaped top.
You can make your windows look beautiful without paying for any extra features if you take care when selecting your colors and hardware. Renewal by Andersen offers 47 interior/exterior color combinations and 11 hardware finishes. The right combination can make your windows the focal point of your home without costing you a fortune.
Less-than-reputable window replacement companies may not be forthcoming with an estimate or may only give you a vague idea of what your new windows will cost. Walk away from companies like this, and opt instead for a company that provides a specific, written estimate. This way, you’ll know exactly what the project will cost before it begins, and you’ll have an opportunity to add or subtract features to keep your replacement windows within your budget.
What starts off as an affordable window replacement project can easily become a financial nightmare if your windows break and are not covered by a warranty. Only work with a window replacement company that offers an exceptional warranty on their products and installation, so that if you have a problem, you don’t have to scramble to come up with cash for repairs or replacement. Renewal by Andersen offers one of the best warranties in the industry. We offer a 20-year limited warranty on glass and a 10-year limited warranty on installation and components other than glass.
If it’s time to replace the windows on your Cincinnati home, don’t let costs scare you. Remember that your new windows will save you money on energy, and use the tips above to keep costs down. Contact Renewal by Andersen to schedule a free, in-home consultation. We’re happy to discuss how we can meet your needs in a budget-friendly way.
Topics: Replacement Windows, Cincinnati home
