It might not officially be fall yet, but home heating season is definitely already here. If you’ve got one nervous eye on the fuel oil bill and you’d like to keep your costs down this winter, it might be time to consider having replacement windows installed.
Do Replacement Windows Really Save Money on Home Heating Bills? Yes.
Home replacement windows are almost always more energy efficient than the windows they’re replacing. An increase in energy efficiency means that you’ll need less heat to keep your house warm. That means saving money on your home heating bills.
The exact amount of money you’re saving really depends on how bad your home’s energy efficiency was before you had the windows upgraded. Let’s say you had single pane glass windows replaced with modern replacement windows. You can expect to save between $101-$583 a year – and these savings increase as time goes by and fuel prices increase.
Which Windows Should I Replace First: The Homeowner’s Dilemma
If you know you need to upgrade the windows in your Massachusetts home, but you’re also on a budget, you may be wondering if it’s okay to replace windows room by room?
Any improvement in your home’s energy efficiency will help you save money. When deciding which windows should be replaced first, you may want to consider starting with any windows you have that are in poor condition. Rooms that have many chilly drafts often have damaged windows. This damage can be very microscopic – almost invisible – but sufficient to allow chilly air into the house and warm air out.
Another factor to consider is the health and well being of your family members. If anyone has to sleep in a cold and drafty room, it is potentially bad for their health. Upgrading the windows in those bedrooms may make sense!
