Everybody has different motivations for buying new windows, but no one wants to do it unless it’s absolutely necessary. After all, a window replacement project can be a significant expense. If you’re on the fence about retiring your old units, Renewal by Andersen® of New Jersey and New York Metro suggests looking for these signs:
You See Structural Damage
Rot, corrosion, warping, cracking, blistering, peeling, chipping and bowing are classic forms of damage. They make even perfectly operational windows unsightly. Cosmetic defects might not be enough reason for you to purchase replacements, but they can lead to structural issues in no time. Without addressing these seemingly aesthetic imperfections soon, your current windows might fall into complete disrepair before you know it, compromising your home’s weather resistance.
You Feel Drafts When They’re Closed
Experiencing cold air with closed windows indicates seal failure. Your aging units may have bent out of shape after constantly expanding and contracting for years or may simply have bad weather strips. Either way, drafty window systems affect your level of comfort and waste energy. And if the air can get into, so can the rain. During heavy downpours, water leakage can easily cause interior water damage.
You Notice Fog Between the Panes
The biggest benefit of having double-pane windows is increased thermal insulation, which diminishes when condensation forms inside the glass. The presence of tiny droplets of water between the panes suggests moisture leakage, rendering the units ineffective in reducing heat transfer. When this phenomenon occurs throughout your home, it’s time to consider window replacement.
You Want More Light
Decades-old windows can either block the sun, or invite unwanted heat. Neither option would cut it to meet the latest ENERGY STAR energy-efficiency goals. If you feel you don’t have enough sunshine to brighten up your space, the next logical step is to upgrade your glass units.
Further, windows and doors with multiple layers of spectrally selective, Low-E coating, like Renewal by Andersen products, provide excellent UV defense too. In other words, such glazing technology allows you to enjoy maximum daylighting, exceptional insulation and outstanding sun-damage protection.
Turn to Renewal by Andersen of New Jersey and New York Metro to get new windows that will grow old with you. Call us at (866) 609-5033 now to schedule your in-home consultation at your convenience and get a free estimate in New Jersey.
