If you’re trying to budget for a new window replacement in Cincinnati, you may be wondering how many windows you should replace at one time. While most houses should have all of their windows done at once, it is possible to stage your window replacement over several years if you plan ahead. Here’s what you need to know:
Why You Would Want to Replace All Your Windows at Once
Ideally, homeowners should plan on doing a complete window replacement at one time. This reduces the amount of traffic and disruptions at your home, and it maximizes the efficiency of the crew. It also reduces the length of time that your heating and cooling bills will be affected by the window team.
In addition, if you are hoping to see positive gains in efficiency of your home, only replacing a few windows at a time probably won’t result in a drastic difference to your power bills until all of the windows have been replaced.
Planning a Partial Window Replacement
If you decide that you want to have your windows replaced a few at a time, there are still some steps you can take to maximize your savings. The best practice is to plan on replacing five to eight windows at a time. You will generally be eligible for a bulk discount at this point, and the installer will be able to keep a team busy for one full day.
This also ensures that your complete window replacement is done within 2-3 years, instead of being spread out any longer. If you do fewer windows, you may never see the true energy-saving potential come to life. It could take years to see a return on your investment unless you plan on selling right after you complete the window installation.
Here at Renewal by Andersen, we encourage all Cincinnati homeowners to schedule a free consultation and discuss our financing options. The more windows you can replace at one time, the more money and time you will save. Plus, it will be less of a hassle for your whole household to get the project out of the way once and for all. Of course, we can always work to make the most of smaller installs to ensure that you are getting the most economical solutions possible out of our products.
