When it comes to budgeting for your new windows, you may be wondering which windows you really need to replace in your Michigan home, and which ones you can save for later. The temptation may be to try and preserve some of your windows and repair them instead of replacing. In some cases, this can save you money, but more often than not, replacing all of your windows at once is the best deal you can get.
In some cases, the windows themselves are not the culprit if you are having leaks or drafts. It is possible that the window sill or frame has begun rotting and can be repaired by replacing the frame with a better alternative. This usually works if you have wood sided windows where the wood itself can be removed and replaced. However, if you have modern fiberglass or vinyl windows, it is unlikely that the parts will be repairable. Vinyl windows are known for cracking and peeling and may require complete removal. In addition, the rotting or damage may go too deep to be easily repaired if it is starting to affect the interior of your walls. That’s why Fibrex® windows have become so popular in recent years.
Each time your window company has to send a truck out to your home they will charge you a service fee. In general, a team of workers can remove and replace 5-8 windows in a full day’s work. If you can’t afford to do all of your windows at once, you should plan on doing them in groups of five to eight because this will minimize the setup and breakdown time it takes for each window. It also ensures that their team stays busy for the full day and doesn’t have to drive around to a bunch of different job sites. It is usually easiest to start by doing all of the upstairs windows first and then working down to the main floor when you do the second round.
Replacement windows can be more affordable if you plan your installation well. If you try to space things out too much you’ll end up paying a lot of extra service fees as they have to send out workers over and over. If you think you want to repair some of your windows, speak to a professional who can determine whether or not the damage can be repaired. If you do need replacement windows they will repair any underlying damage before mounting the new window to ensure a good fit in your Michigan home.
Renewal by Andersen has everything you need to get replacement windows for your Michigan home, no matter how many windows you have to replace. Call today for your consultation!
