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How Energy-Efficient Replacement Windows Can Save Minneapolis Homeowners Money

You’ve probably seen lots of headlines and ads promoting replacing your old windows with new energy-efficient ones.  Of course, one of the top benefits (other than a great looking home) is that the money you spend on having those new windows installed will result in saving you money over time.  Spend money to save money?  Yes, that’s the point.

Replacing Your Windows Can Be an Investment, Not an Expense

The first thing we’d like to point out is how important it is to consider window replacement as an investment in your home rather than an out-of-pocket expense.  With investments, you expect to put in a certain amount of money with the intention of getting more back.  The money generated is called return on investment, or ROI.  That’s how the stock market works, and really it’s the basis of home ownership.  You buy your home for a particular sum, expecting that eventually when you sell it you’ll get more than you paid for it.  Again, return on investment.

Replacement windows are like that.  Yes, you have to pay to have those windows installed, but in the long run what you’ll get back will be more than you paid for the windows, depending on how long you own your home. This happens for several basic reasons, depending on what windows you choose.

  • Energy-efficient windows will save on heating and cooling costs
  • Home buyers put a priority on energy efficiency, so replacing your windows with more energy-efficient ones adds to your home’s value, meaning you’ll get a higher price when you sell it, and you’ll likely be able to sell it quicker.

You can add even more savings when you choose maintenance-free windows: No ongoing expense for upkeep!

According to information from the Efficient Windows Collaborative, window replacement in a home in our area can save an average of 15% on heating costs.

 

So, how exactly does this energy savings work?  Basically, the energy-efficient windows will seal in the heat in your home, keeping out cold drafts and preventing that warm air from leaking outside.  You want to heat your home, not the outdoors!  (A similar effect occurs in hot weather – cool air is kept inside and hot outdoor air is prevented from leaking in.)

We are proud to be one of the area’s leading installers of energy-efficient windows.  To find out more, contact one of our window technicians today for a free analysis of your existing windows as well as our recommendation for reducing your home’s heating and cooling expenses with new replacement windows.  We are a licensed Minnesota home remodeling company, and we serve the greater Minneapolis metro area. 

 

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