Homeowners are often reluctant to update their windows if there’s even the remotest possibility that they can be rescued and repainted one last time.
New windows are not cheap, and the essential question is whether it’s a good investment for your home. Payback can come in two ways – an improvement in your home’s value and a reduction in energy bills due to the efficiency of modern-day alternatives.
But there is also a third benefit in how they enhance the street appeal of a home and can change the look of your home for the better.
The downside is just as dramatic. Old windows often get jammed from repainting over decades and are a turn-off as most buyers if they look damaged or run down. Bad windows also affect the running cost of a home letting heat escape in winter and poor insulation in hot summer months.
Below are five key reasons why investing in new windows can be a great idea.
Value equation
If your home has cheap windows, buyers will notice. When it comes down to negotiating a deal with a perceptive buyer, you can expect the issue of replacing the windows to come up, quickly followed by a discount conversation.
Form and function
Many new window installations feature a cross-ventilation strategy designed to reduce the temperature in your home when the cooling afternoon winds blow through and double glazing to keep out the cold and reduce noise. This will reduce the running costs of air conditioning and heating.
Investment
New windows are a solid investment, especially if you’re going to live in the property for a while longer. Their efficiency will cut your heating and cooling bills. Just as significantly, buyers will view your home more favorably when the time comes to sell. Make sure your agent cites the windows and their brand during viewings.
Design
Modern windows are constantly changing in design and technology. Worn latches and old school turning mechanisms date your home. Cafe styled windows and doors invite the garden inside and can be a real selling point.
Curb appeal
First impressions are essential when you’re trying to sell your home. You’ll find that quality windows are an influencing factor in how your home looks from the street and will do much to confirm to buyers that the home is both well maintained and well designed.