Reasons to Replace Your Windows and Doors

by Qarah Ict Qarah ICT

Most homeowners know when to replace their old windows and doors – when the products become old, drafty, damaged, or difficult to operate. But we want to remind you of the benefits you can look forward to with replacement windows.

For some, these benefits might serve as motivation to take the plunge. For those who have committed to window and door replacements, these benefits will affirm that you are making the right choice for your home.

Security

Doors and windows should strike a balance: they should be easy for you to operate and difficult for intruders to exploit.

Most windows are challenging to operate from the inside because the hardware is warped, and the sash is painted shut. Unintentional inoperability poses a dangerous impediment in the event of an emergency. If there is a fire in your house, you need to count on your windows’ operability to get you and your family out without danger. The window replacements from Golden Windows feature a variety of easy-to-use hardware options.

On the other hand, you also want your windows and doors to keep people out. According to several home intrusion statistics (usually commissioned by insurance companies or home alarm companies), most burglars enter through the front door or a first-floor window.

Increased Home Value

A home’s primary role is to offer comfort, protection, and shelter for our loved ones. But a home is also an investment. At some point, most of us will sell the homes we live in, and when that happens, we want to know that we made wise renovation choices that positively affected their value.

Replacement windows and doors are routinely ranked among the highest ROI home projects. In this article from Fortune Builders, a leading real estate investment organization, replacement doors are listed first for overall ROI. Replacement windows are not far behind.

A home with new windows and doors enjoys better energy efficiency, better security, more natural light, and improved curb appeal – all features that attract prospective homebuyers. Why are replacement windows and doors such a wise investment for resale value? To answer that question, we need to look elsewhere on this list.

Whether you have immediate plans to sell or want to undertake projects with long-term sights on resale value, consider replacing your windows and doors. Contact Golden Windows about the best options for your home. Our knowledgeable representatives will be happy to help.

Better Ventilation

Replacing windows and doors can be a fantastic opportunity to welcome more fresh air into the home. Especially in the summer here in Ontario, keeping a well-ventilated home is essential. As medical experts quickly point out, fresh air has numerous benefits: it’s energizing and relaxing and may improve your natural immune system. Further, ventilation helps reduce condensation.

There are a few ways to prioritize ventilation with your window and door replacements. A popular choice is to install a new double sliding patio door, which provides abundant fresh air, maximizes the amount of natural light, and allows you to merge your outdoor and indoor spaces. Conventional sliding patio doors have one fixed glass panel and another sliding panel section. By contrast, double sliding patio doors include four glass panels, including two operable middle panels that slide outward into the back patio.