Containing energy costs is a challenge every Massachusetts homeowner understands. The winters are cold, driving up heating costs. Summers can be quite hot and brutal, driving up air conditioning costs. Climate change is contributing to more weather extremes, as well as more intense storms in all seasons.
Your household windows help play a huge role in determining how much is costs to heat and cool your home. This is because windows represent a primary way heated and cooled air escapes from the home. Older windows tend to leak a great deal, which means the furnace or air conditioner needs to run more frequently to keep the house comfortable.
Are You Pleased With Your Current Windows?
Because we install a lot of replacement windows in Plympton, people often ask how to tell if it’s time to have replacement windows installed. They want to know how long windows typically last. On one hand, this is an easy question to answer – window technology has advanced significantly over the last 30 years, so if your windows are approaching that age, it’s definitely time for an upgrade. As climate change serves up more extreme temperatures, it’s fair to ask if your current windows are up to the task?
Beyond your window’s age, you want to consider the issue of window performance. If there are any rooms in your home that are particularly chilly or drafty, consider those windows for replacement. Check to see if they have any damage, including small cracks or gaps in or along the window seals. Windows that are damaged – even a small amount – lose exponentially more energy than undamaged windows.
Energy experts agree that upgrading a home’s windows can result in significant energy savings. It’s not unusual to see home heating bills come down – and those savings repeat month after month, year after year. One of the primary reasons people in Massachusetts have replacement windows installed is to save money.