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What You Should Know About Minneapolis Replacement Windows

While it’s good to maximize the windows in your home as much as possible, doing so doesn’t always save you money, and it’s important to know when it’s time to upgrade to something new. Upgrading older windows not only will enhance the style of your home and give it a special modern touch but also will boost the function of your home and improve its insulation as well if you choose a quality product. Find out more from a Minneapolis replacement window contractor that’s a leader in the Twin Cities metro area.

When Should You Upgrade Your Windows?

The first thing you have to realize is when you should upgrade to a new set of windows.  You should upgrade your windows if:

  • The current ones continually get stuck
  • They are painted shut and difficult to open
  • They 20 years or more old
  • They do not stay open on their own
  • Their frame is beginning to crack apart
  • You feel drafts around the windows

Can I Upsize My Windows?

Absolutely.  If you don’t like the current size of the windows in your home, or fire code demands that you have larger windows in your home, it’s not that difficult to add larger windows into your home. With expert help from a replacement window contractor, you can find a set of larger windows that will look good in your home.

Are Replacement Windows Costly?

Quality replacement windows are not cheap.  But when you consider the cost of owning low quality and poorly insulated windows, they are actually very affordable. The exact window price depends on factors like what type you would like to put in your home, the number of windows that you need and their size, the window frame material, and the options you choose.  We can provide you with a free estimate to give you an accurate price.

No matter what the cost that you’re told, just remember that you’ll likely lower your energy bill each year after making the upgrade, so you should factor in the savings as well.  And you’ll likely be adding to the value of your home as well.

What’s the Expected Lifespan of New Replacement Windows?

This is a difficult question as well because the lifespan of windows varies.   When you choose a quality window, you’ll receive a warranty that will cover the expected time period.  Today’s quality replacement windows are designed to last for decades and won’t need replacing anytime soon.

What’s a Low-E Coating?

You’ve probably heard this when you’ve looked at windows.  This is a special coating that is put over a window pane to help it resist heat transfer. It greatly helps reflect heat away from your windows and keeps your home from heating up as much throughout the day. We recommend windows that are also gas filled, to enhance their insulation even further and effectively keep heat out.

Trust us, the material of your new windows matters and here’s why.

Deciding when to replace a set of windows is a pretty big deal, and it’s not a decision that you should rush into. That said, it’s important to know when to swap out your old and worn out windows for a better product that’s going to save you money and look and perform better in your home.

Call us, one of the leading replacement window contractors in Minnesota, to help you find the perfect replacement windows for your home.

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Window Outfitters is a premier Window Replacement, doors, siding contractor and installer. As Contractor in the St Paul, Minneapolis, (Twin Cities) Minnesota (MN) metro, we proudly serve, but are not limited to, the following areas: Minneapolis Energy Efficient Vinyl Windows, Replacement Window Contractors Minnesota, Burnsville, Apple Valley, Lakeville, Savage, Bloomington, Edina, Richfield, Eagan, St Paul, Hastings, Minnetonka, Plymouth, Maple Grove, Eden Prairie, Farmington MN, Chaska, Shakopee, Chanhassen, Victoria, Mendota Heights Anderson Windows Minneapolis, Marvin Windows Minneapolis.

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