What Are Your Window Replacement Options in Prior Lake MN?

When it comes to your windows, give them more than just a passing thought – they are a very important part of your home. If you’re looking to improve the energy performance within your home or just replace old windows with new ones, you have more than just a few options to choose from.

 

Are Your Old Windows Wasting Energy?

Have you considered an audit to find out where you’re wasting energy? By having an energy audit – you’re able to identify what would be best for you to do with the windows that you have. You can check out state and other government sites to find out if they have financing or other benefit programs available to help you get the assistance that is needed to get an audit.  Some utility companies either subsidize or offer audit programs.  What you may find out is what many people know – window and door openings are the biggest source of heat and cooling loss.

Energy-efficient replacement windows can help you drastically reduce that loss.  So how do you know whether a window you’re considering is energy-efficient?  A lot of the newer windows on the market have their energy information right on them, while a lot of existing windows in homes do not have this information readily available.  Your best source of information is a professional Prior Lake MN replacement window contractor who can help you evaluate your options.  Make sure to find out more about the windows in your home when it comes time to replace them.

If your windows are not up to the functioning level they need to be, you have three options:

• Repair Your Existing Windows: Evaluate the current condition of your windows to find out if they are well beyond repair. Weatherstripping and caulking them might help with any drafts that you have throughout the home, but if they are too old and far gone it might be best just to replace those that need it.
• Retrofit Your Existing Windows: You can use many different ‘extras’ to keep the windows that you have if you do not think that they need to be replaced. You’re able to replace the sash on them, add storm windows to the inside (or outside) of them, add solar control window film, as well as of other options.
• Replace Your Existing Windows with New Ones:  Work on existing windows just delays the need to replace them, which will happen eventually.  Why not replace the windows that you currently have now with brand new, energy-efficient windows. This is able to save you more money in the long run, will increase the curb appeal and value of your home, and will look awesome in the process! You will have improved comfort in your home and find that the windows that you chose were a great investment to make on the home that you own.

Here at Window Outfitters, we know windows. We are the pros when it comes to choosing the right windows for Minneapolis area homes and making sure that they are installed correctly.  Windows  are what we do! If you’re considering any of the above options, ask us about an inspection to find out if you truly need new windows – if you do, we can show you many different options or repair the existing windows that you have.

For some window inspiration, check out our Pinterest board on the Window Styles We Carry.  If you don’t see anything there, call to schedule an appointment at our showroom – we’ve got lots more you can look at in person.  (952) 746-6661.

 

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.