Home Improvement Resolutions:Window Mistakes to Avoid

Renewal by Andersen of San Francisco

 

Many people spend a great deal of time indoors. To ensure the well-being of everyone in the household, the quality of air, level of insulation, and overall comfort are important factors to maintain. You’re probably aware how your windows play a big role in letting in natural light and providing adequate ventilation for your home. They can also increase its value and overall performance.

So wouldn’t it be nice to start the year right and make sure your windows are in tip-top shape? While you’re at it, don’t forget to break some old practices and avoid common window mistakes that some homeowners continue to make:

Neglecting Maintenance

Even windows of the highest quality deteriorate over time because of old age, damage from inclement weather, and various other reasons. As your local contractor, we at Renewal by Andersen® of San Francisco understand that natural factors like frequent weather shifts are inevitable.

However, there are things you can do as a homeowner to help make your windows look and function as good as new for a longer time—that is, through regular cleaning and maintenance.

If you’re not big on up keeps, now is the time to develop the habit.The good news is that the windows we have are made of our exclusive composite framing material Fibrex®, which combines the stability and strength of wood with the maintenance ease of vinyl. Fibrex makes it easier to clean and maintain your windows.

Disregarding Replacements

Don’t think twice about getting new windows if you feel it’s time to let go of your old ones.Some window problems are beyond repair and require a replacement. Chances are minor yet frequent repairs are more cost lyover time.

Disregarding replacements will also put your home in jeopardy. In the event of strong winds or storms, your house will be quite vulnerable to air and water leaks.

On top of these, replacement windows in San Francisco are continuously being improved these days. More energy-efficient choices are now available on the market, much like what we offer here at Renewal by Andersen of San Francisco. We can help you pick one that is suitable for the particular needs of your home.

Hiring Subpar Contractors

No matter how urgent your window needs are, take time to research your prospect contractor. Ask for references or check contractor websites comprehensively to get an idea of how well they do their job. If you let this slide, you might be in for substandard workmanship and possibly defective windows—and we don’t want that to happen, of course.

We at Renewal by Andersen of San Francisco have factory-trained window installers that are specially equipped to provide a range of services for your home. Don’t make the same mistake. Save on your energy costs this year and enjoy professionally installed windows. Simply give us a call today at (866) 609-5033, and our San Francisco windows replacement professionals will be happy to assist you.

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