Spring Home Improvement: Inspect Your Windows and Doors

It’s never too early or late in the year to plan a home improvement. This spring, make the most of the pleasant weather and update your exteriors. You don’t have to do a fancy remodel or addition. A simple window or door replacement in Cincinnati can work magic on your home.

Here’s a tip: give your windows and doors a good long look to help you decide on the replacement that will work best for you. Doing so also lets you detect problems early so you can get rid of them before they get worse. Follow these simple to-dos:

• Check for leaky doors and windows.

Inefficient windows let water and drafts into your home. Doors can be especially leaky, so you may want to check up on them first. If you find that there’s a need for replacement, here’s what we recommend:

1. If you’re replacing entry doors, look at fiberglass or steel doors. We carry ProVia doors, which are installed with energy-efficient weatherstripping that keeps moisture, air, and dirt out of your home.
2. For patio doors, consider Andersen® patio doors. The gliding patio doors, in particular, come with a reach-out lock system that provides unparalleled weathertightness and protection.

• Watch out for peeling frames.

This is a common problem for wood windows and often points to other issues such as rotting or deterioration. If you’re tired of having to scrape or repaint your windows, you should opt for more low-maintenance alternatives.

1. Choose frames made of Fibrex® from Renewal by Andersen®. They’re a great alternative to wood windows since they’re designed not to rot, crack, or warp even under harsh temperatures. They come already infused with vibrant colors, so there is no need to paint or scrape.
2. Check out ProVia doors as well. The doors are stained by hand and then baked for maximum strength and beauty. The result is a smooth, lustrous coat of color that stays that way for years to come.

• Look out for fogging glass.

Leaks are not the only way you could lose energy inside the home. If there’s condensation in between the panes of a door or window, it’s highly likely that the weather seals have been broken or the window wasn’t very efficient in the first place.

You’re better off replacing them promptly to prevent further waste of energy. Renewal by Andersen of Cincinnati installs replacement doors and windows that come with High-Performance™ Low-E4® glass packages. These are designed to lessen solar heat gain through the glass. This way, you won’t feel uncomfortable even when the sun’s hot outdoors.

Turn to us for high-quality door and window replacement Cincinnati. Give us a call at (866) 609-5033 today for a free consultation and more information.