If you own an older home in San Diego, you are probably accustomed to relacing things as they wear out—your appliances, roof, heating and cooling units, and even your home’s windows. All of these things have a certain life span, and when it’s up, it makes sense to replace them. But what about if you have a newer home—say, one that was built in this century? You probably wouldn’t expect to start replacing things in your home just yet, but you may want to think again.
Installing replacement windows in your San Diego home may be one project to consider. Many homes in San Diego—even those in what would be considered upscale neighborhoods—were built using builder grade windows. Like many builder grade products, they look good initially, but in a short amount of time they start to show wear. Things start to break, the frames may start to become discolored, and the insulating features may be compromised. You may notice that your sliding windows no longer slide open and closed as freely as they once did. Windows that once locked securely are now more difficult to lock or unlock, or the locking mechanism has broken altogether. One or more of your windows may have a broken seal, which prevents them from insulating your home properly. Some of these things can be fixed, but many of them are not fixable problems.
Upgrading your builder grade windows with high-quality, energy-efficient replacement windows can be money well spent! Not only can replacement windows improve the curb appeal of your San Diego home, they can also benefit you in other ways. High-quality replacement windows have a ton of energy-saving features built into them. The glass itself has special coatings, the frames are designed to keep out heat and cold, and the space in between the two panes of glass can have a special gas, such as Argon or Krypton, that provides further insulation from outside temperatures. All of these features help keep your home cooler in the summer months and warmer in the winter months, without the excessive use of your air conditioner or heater. This can save you a ton of money on your monthly energy bills.
Replacing a home’s windows is one of those home improvement projects that currently qualifies homeowners for a tax credit as well, helping to make them more affordable. Homeowners can receive a tax credit of up to $600 for installing new windows, and up to $500 for installing new patio doors.
So, while you may have other home improvement projects on your list that sound a lot more exciting than installing replacement windows, it’s a project that can provide you with cost-saving benefits, while also improving the look of your home. Working with a San Diego replacement window dealer, such as BM Windows, can provide you with additional savings by offering affordable, but still high-quality, options that aren’t available in retail stores.
