If the time has come to replace the windows in yourCincinnati home, you might be thinking of buying new, generic windows from a local home improvement store. But while generic windows often do come with a lower price tag, you get what you pay for. In most cases, generic windows will cost you more in the long run, and they won’t yield the same results as custom-made windows from Renewal by Andersen. If you’re thinking of buying generic windows, consider these facts first.
Generic windows often come in standard sizes, such as 36″ and 24″ wide. The problem is, not all homes have standard-size window frames. If your home’s windows are an odd size, generic windows may not even be an option; you’ll have to have your replacement windows custom-made.
Even if your windows are technically a “standard” size, each opening is probably a little different. A generic 36″ window might be a bit too small for one window frame and a tiny bit too large for the next one. To the untrained eye, a generic window might look like it fits, but it may in fact be a little too loose. In the long run, a window that is not perfectly sized for the window opening will leak and sag. When you buy custom windows, your installation team makes sure each one fits the opening perfectly. You don’t have to make standard sizes work or worry if some of your frames are 1/4 or 1/2 inch larger than others.
Usually, when you go about buying generic windows from a home improvement store, you then have to hire someone to install them. This individual may or may not be experienced with the exact brand of window you’ve purchased, and their work often does not come with a warrant.
On the contrary, when you purchase custom windows from Renewal by Andersen, they are priced to include professional installation. The technicians who install your windows are experts on the brand, and their work is backed by a warranty.
Some generic window companies have begun to offer multiple frame and sash colors, but still, your options are limited. You’ll have a hard time finding the perfect windows to give your home that specific Art Deco, Colonial, or Craftsman appeal you’ve been going for. Custom windows, on the other hand, come in most any color imaginable. Plus, you can customize your hardware or add a grille for some extra character.
Contrary to what you may think, all glass is not the same. If you buy the cheapest generic windows you can find, you can bet they contain low-quality, plain glass that allows a lot of heat to escape. When you choose custom windows for your Cincinnati home, you can choose from performance glass options. Renewal by Andersen’s SmartSun™ glass, for instance, their newest technology HeatLock® Technology™ works by reflecting the escaping room-side radiant heat back into the room, keeping the heat in your house during the winter. Low-E4® SmartSun™ glass used in combination with our HeatLock® Technology™ coating offers near triple-pane performance in a dual-pane glass reducing your energy bills.
If you’re looking for high-quality, custom windows with a great warranty, a beautiful appearance, and performance glass, contact Renewal by Andersen. We offer free consultations in your Cincinnati home and will help you select the best replacement windows for your needs.
