Things to Look For in Windows When Purchasing a New Home

Purchasing a new home is both exciting and nerve-wracking. New home buyers consider location, interior layout, architecture, new versus old construction, your budget, and where that money is going.

But there is one factor that most do not have at the forefront of their minds when seeing homes: window features. When you are at a showing, you likely take a brief note of the integrity of the windows; however, do you look deeper, considering the quality and also their placement?

Windows are quite important to consider when purchasing a home, mainly because they serve a diverse purpose for your home. They not only provide aesthetic beauty both inside and out but also act as a buffer between Mother Nature and your family. 

Evaluate the Windows on a Potential Purchase

When you are looking to purchase a property, what about the windows must you take into account? The integrity of the windows themselves is a start. Feel around the edges of them during your showing; do you feel a draft? Are they worn or rotted?

Style is important to consider as well. Older homes follow pretty traditional styles, whether look or size, while newer homes may be of a more custom style. If windows will need to be replaced on this home, is the specific style still accessible, or will you need to replace them all to match?

Finally, if you're purchasing a newer home, is a home warranty of any kind included? Specifically, is there a warranty on the windows? This is meant to save you money as if you are purchasing a new home at new home pricing, anything faulty would come out of your pocket outside of said new home cost.

If Replacement is Needed

Whether you bought a new home or a fixer-upper, there is the chance that you may need window replacement for any variety of reasons. If so, there are a couple of basic things to consider when moving forward with window replacement.

R-Value - This is not something the average homeowner thinks about, but teams like The Window Depot do! The R-value of a window is how well it insulates against the temperature outside. The higher the R-value, the more insulation power it holds.

Window Material - This decision is often based upon where you live. Selecting windows constructed from quality material will determine how long their lifespan is. Materials include, but are not limited to, wood, vinyl, fiberglass, or aluminum.

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