3 Mistakes Nearly Everyone Makes When Buying Windows
I’d like to share with you 3 Critical Mistakes people make when buying replacement windows. Hopefully, just knowing about these mistakes up front will help you avoid them!
Mistake #1: Focus Only On Windows and Not the Installation
Most replacement windows are a good investment – but windows only work right if they’re installed right – and MOST Windows are installed very poorly. Remember, you’re cutting a hole through your wall, and a bad installation can lead to mold, mildew, and degeneration.
SOLUTION: Be sure your installation does more than just keep out water. Make sure it diverts moisture and prevents mold and mildew.
Mistake #2: Focus only on the cost and not the quality of the window.
It is true, you get what you pay for! All vinyl windows are NOT created equally, there really IS a difference in the quality of material and craftsmanship. Poorly crafted windows will bend, warp, have seal failure, and leak in time.
SOLUTION: Look for differences in the construction of the window, the size and strength of the frame, the type of glass options and what they offer.
Mistake #3: Waste Money on a Window With Better Insulation than your walls
All you need is a window to match – not exceed – your wall’s ability to insulate.
SOLUTION: Evaluate your walls insulating value and keep this in mind when evaluating new windows. Don’t exceed the walls ability, unless you are also adding insulation to the walls with.
