One of the most important features of your home is the set of windows you have throughout each area. Old windows with broken seals and air leaks cause much more harm than many people realize. They can cause your HVAC system to work overtime as it tries to battle the outdoor air that leaks in through bad windows, which translates to a sharp increase in your energy bills.
If you’re considering replacing your windows, keep in mind that you don’t have to do them all at once. Many people do one room at a time or break the job up in other ways. Keeping your windows in excellent shape will improve the air quality in your home and reduce the amount of energy your HVAC system uses. New windows will also reduce the amount of cooled indoor air that escapes to the outdoors during warmer months when your air conditioner is running.
Benefits of Installing New Windows
There are many great reasons to take the plunge and swap your current windows for new ones, and some of them may be reasons you hadn’t really considered before. Following are some of the biggest reasons to make the switch:
Lower Energy Bills
Whether you’ve noticed a sizeable increase in your energy usage and bills or not, you should know that outdated windows often play a significant role in the amount of money you pay for your HVAC.
Old windows and single-pane windows, along with those that have worn insulation, cracks, or broken seals, act like gateways for your indoor air to escape to the outdoors (and vice-versa). This causes your furnace and air conditioner to work much harder to keep your home at the temperature you want. Unfortunately, the proof of this is displayed in those high energy bills. Replacing these windows with double-pane glass and better insulation will help you keep more money in your pocket and less money flying out the window – literally.
Reduced Sound Pollution
You may not think of your windows as having much to do with the amount of noise from outside that you can hear indoors, but they do! If you replace your old single-pane windows with new ones, you might be surprised at how much quieter your home seems afterward!
You might finally be able to enjoy a quiet evening at home. This is especially important if you live in an urban area or even a noisy suburban neighborhood.
Improved Curb Appeal and Home Value
Most people can spot old, energy-sucking windows right away when they look at a house. This becomes an exceptionally big problem for people who are trying to sell their homes. Old windows can make it difficult to get top-dollar for your property. This is related to another perk that new windows bring: The value of your home will increase.
Easier Cleaning
Depending on the size and location of your windows, you might have a tough time reaching them for cleaning without getting out a ladder and all kinds of other telescopic tools for the job. New windows are designed to open in all kinds of interesting ways to help make it much easier to reach them for cleaning.
Get New Windows Installed with A-1 Guaranteed Heating & Air
If you’re ready to get rid of your old, costly, inefficient windows and replace them with new money-saving ones, contact A-1 Guaranteed Heating & Air. We can provide you with a free no-obligation quote, so contact us today for window installation in Napa, Contra Costa, and throughout the Bay Area.
