If you’re considering selling your Dayton home in the next few years, you may be wondering whether replacing your windows is really worth the cost and effort. After all, why would you spend money on new windows when you won’t get to enjoy them for their entire lifespan? The truth is, however, that replacing your Dayton windows can increase your property value, making it easier to sell your home — and for a higher price.
When considering any home remodeling project, whether you plan to remain in your Dayton home for years or not, it’s important to consider the return on investment, or ROI. Some remodeling projects, like adding a family room addition, have a low ROI. In other words, you’ll likely spend a lot more to build the family room than you will earn back when you sell the home. Other projects have a high ROI, meaning that they increase your property value by quite a bit.
Window replacement is one of the projects with the highest ROI, especially in areas like Dayton where efficient windows are so important for keeping your home comfortable year-round. According to Remodeling Magazine, in the Dayton area, homeowners recoup between 50 and 60% of the cost of their replacement window project when they sell their home. Compare these other remodeling projects, and it becomes obvious what a good investment replacement windows really are:
If you need to update your Dayton home to make it stand out from the crowd and to improve your chances of a sale in the future, window replacement is the way to go. Master suites, updated kitchens, and other improvements may attract more buyers, but those buyers won’t pay that much more for your home because of these improvements.
If you want to be sure your new windows increase your property value as significantly as possible, there are a few things to look for when considering your options.
Before purchasing new windows for your Dayton home, make sure the company you buy from offers a transferrable warranty. This means that when you sell the home, the new owners will be able to act on the warranty if needed. This will give the new owners some peace of mind and make the new windows a true asset.
“Energy efficient” is on practically every home buyer’s list of must-haves these days. Choosing the most energy-efficient windows possible will raise your property value and open up the market to a whole new crowd of buyers. Look for replacement windows that are Energy Star rated, and when you do get ready to sell your home, be sure to include this detail in your ads.
Replacement windows that look out of place with the rest of your home’s architecture may be a liability rather than an asset when you sell your home. Make sure the windows you choose match your home’s style. For instance, if you have a Craftsman home, choose double hung windows with a grille on top, but not on the bottom.
Renewal by Andersen’s experts can help you choose the right window style to boost your home’s property value. Contact us today to schedule your free, in-home consultation and to learn more about our replacement windows and transferrable warranty, which is one of the best in the industry.
