Behind every home improvement project is some strong motivation. Window replacement is no exception. Wondering if it’s time to replace your aging windows? Renewal by Andersen® of San Francisco recommends looking for these signs:
They Are Broken Beyond RepairIt makes sense to tackle window replacement when your existing units are damaged and no longer worth saving. Repairs are usually temporary fixes to delay the need to buy new ones, but you can only do them so many times. At some point, the advantages of replacing with energy-efficient and low-maintenance windows will outweigh the perceived savings of repairing old units.
They Leak Heat Out and Drafts InWindows become leaky for different reasons. Some lose their airtight seal after years of expansion while others are just plainly inefficient. The latter holds true among old-fashioned products. The first instinct of most homeowners is to replace weather strips and patch up cracks, but both are merely band-aid solutions. If you feel drafts even when your decades-old units are closed, consider retiring them.
They ‘Sweat’ on the InsideWindow condensation is normal, but excessive amounts of it along with a buildup of dirt and grime indicate that your window seals have failed. Once this happens, hiring windows replacement experts like us to replace your windows with brand-new, more efficient units is your best course of action.
They Look OutdatedDo your windows seem like they’re trapped in a bygone era? Repainting them may make them look new, but that changes nothing about their performance and operation. Getting new units is an opportunity to benefit from innovative window designs to achieve your energy efficiency goals and improve your home’s function.
If you’re renovating a historic home, you don’t need to replace your windows in kind. With plenty of window replacement customization options at your disposal, you can capitalize on modern technology while preserving your home’s old-world charm.
Schedule a consultation with Renewal by Andersen San Francisco to evaluate the condition of each of your units with no strings attached. Call us at (866) 609-5033 to set up our free, no-obligation, initial visit to your home in San Francisco at your convenience.
