Guide for First-Time Window Buyers

 


If you are purchasing windows for the first time, you may feel overwhelmed by the daunting task ahead. With so many factors to consider, from cost to energy efficiency to design, our handy guide will help you confidently make your first window purchase.

 

Materials 

There are many great choices regarding the materials surrounding your windows. The climate in your area will determine your window material needs. You want to choose a durable material that will hold up to the elements. The most popular window frame materials are wood, aluminum, fiberglass, and vinyl.

 

Style 

Your number one goal when choosing the style of your windows is to match the home's existing architecture. Some homes require a wide variety of window shapes and styles, while others have a more uniform style and size throughout the entire building. If you are choosing windows for a home that requires several diverse types to coordinate with the architecture, choose a window manufacturer that makes windows in all the styles you need to support uniformity.

 

Operation 

While for some, having windows with unobstructed views of the outdoors is most important, others yearn for the fresh air that flows through the home thanks to windows that open quickly and efficiently. Before purchasing your windows, consider how you want the windows to open and close. Do you prefer cranks or slides? What works best with the interior and exterior of the home?

 

Energy-Efficiency 

Did you know that 25-30% of the energy you use to cool or heat your home is lost through the windows? To save on heating costs, move energy efficiency to the top of your priority list when purchasing new windows. Look for the ENERGY STAR® label, designated by the National Fenestration Rating Council, to help you find the most efficient windows.

 

Pricing  

New windows can be a costly investment, so going into the process knowing what factors will affect the price will help guide your decisions. Here are the significant items that impact the cost of your new windows.

·       Size of the windows 

·       Type of the windows 

·       Number of windows 

·       Quality of materials 

·       Any special features of windows.

 

Trust The Window Depot to help guide you through your window replacement decisions. We are an exterior home remodeling company based in Tampa Bay, Florida, offering the best in windows, doors, siding, and more to update our customers' homes' beauty, value, energy efficiency, and safety. We specialize in enhancing a home's beauty, making it as energy efficient as possible, and improving its defense against the forces of nature, such as hurricanes.

    

Our goal is to provide a clean, prompt, and professional home improvement experience from start to finish. That is The Window Depot difference. Contact us for a free online quote or call us at 813-901-5555.

 

______________________________________________________________________Sources:

https://paradigmwindows.com/what-first-time-window-buyers-need-to-know-before-purchase/

 

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