Windows

The Basics of Replacing Your Window

Published on
March 21, 2015
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Never replaced windows in a home before and not sure what to expect?Here are some of the absolute basics about replacing your windows that you should start with.Replacement Window vs. New Construction Window

When we replace a window it is just the majority of the window and not the whole window itself. The framed part of your window is not replaced, but the glass and the moving parts are. Replacement windows are usually needed when you want a different type of window, updated windows, or more energy-efficient windows.

New construction windows are used when you are completely replacing the area around the window because it is damaged or you are changing the size of the window.Do Not Replace Your Window YourselfReplacing windows in your home is not a do-it-yourself project. It is project that you need to have a professional handle for you to save you the time and frustration of having to do it yourself. Our replacement window installers have the skills and tools to be able to replace your windows quickly and correctly.Also, if we mess something up with your windows then we fix it for free. If you mess up something with your windows, you have to pay for additional materials to fix it.Have the Right Replacement Windows InstalledBefore you agree to have your windows replaced, make sure to do your homework first. Know what materials your replacement windows are made of and how long they are designed to last. Once you start looking more into what the different replacement windows are made of, you will find that replacement windows are not all created equal.Also research the company that will be replacing your windows. You want to use a company that is local and has a good reputation, that way if anything is wrong with your windows you will be able to easily get it taken care of.Bigger or Smaller WindowsIf you are looking to replace your current window with one that is bigger or smaller, we can help you with that. Yes, these types of window replacements require additional alterations to the wall, but they can still be done. If you have a particular change in mind, we will be more than happy to help you work out the details of what needs to be done and how much the entire project will cost.