Are the windows of the house starting to look worn? The paint is peeling, it is drawing indoors and you have discovered cracks in a couple of window frames? Is it then time for an effort to repair and maintain the windows - or is it time to buy new windows? We'll find out now!
A window repair and a coat of paint can at first glance feel like a cost-effective solution. And from an aesthetic perspective, it can work well to only repair windows. It looks nice, and if it is an older house, then this can be an effective way to keep the house's older charm. However, really old and worn windows can require quite a lot of time and work to maintain the windows, and above all to maintain good insulation.
If your windows are not insulated enough, or maybe even start to fall apart, it may be a good idea to make a window replacement. Here we give two main reasons why we think that a window replacement is a good solution when the condition of the windows has deteriorated.
Improves the indoor climate and lower heat bill
The insulation standard today is completely different than 50-60 years ago, which can be felt especially on older houses and windows. Older window frames are one of the reasons why the indoor climate may deteriorate; it can feel cold inside, while the heat bill can increase. Today, we have become better at creating energy-efficient windows with good insulation.
And just for that reason, it is a good idea to carry out a window replacement. New wooden windows, or wooden aluminum windows, with 2- or 3-glazed windows, will heat insulate the house better and can eliminate the draft you can feel from poorly insulated windows.
The aesthetic expression can be maintained
Many people choose to repair and repaint their windows to maintain the aesthetic expression of the home, which can feel important both externally and internally. At the same time, it is possible today to buy new windows that retain the house's architecture and charm, but at the same time get all the positive properties that new windows have. In cases where the house has undergone a major renovation, there may also be a location with window replacements throughout the house - to highlight the value of the house and match the new house facade.
What's best for you? Repair or replace windows? If you are curious to know how a window replacement can be done, please contact us at mashomeimprovement. Together we can decide if it is time for a window replacement.