Spring is Here! Time to Open Up the Windows!

Every house has a story that it could probably tell. We see plenty of homes that speak their own language of squeaks and creaks, and things that go bump in the night. So while you might not exactly speak the same language as your home, there are clues that your house may be trying to tell you something. One area of your home that might be particularly vocal is your windows. If you live in an older home, a historic home or live in a home where it’s been 20 plus years since the windows have been updated, it’s time to check them out. There are lots of clues you can be looking for to see if it is time to repair or replace your homes windows. If they need replacing or repair, they are going to tell you. Here’s how

Clue #1: Your windows are hard to open and close.

This may be the first clue you notice that your windows need some attention. You should be able to open and close your windows without any force or too much effort. If they’ve been painted shut or they are warped, that is a major clue that something is not right. Keep in mind that a door that cannot be correctly probably cannot be locked correctly, compromising the security of your home. Additionally, if your windows fall shut once you have them opened, that’s a sign that it may be time for replacement.

Clue #2: The wood trim and window sill are damaged.

One particular area to check is your windows, both from the inside and the outside. From the outside, look at frames and window sills. Decay on the trim around your window are signs that it may be time for window replacement.

Clue #3: Your windows let in more than just light.

Then, take a temperature check. Do your windows feel drafty? Does a candle flame held near a window flicker? You could be losing energy through inefficient windows. If you live in an older home, too, you may have single pane windows. What do you hear? If you’re hearing a lot of outside noise, then it may be time for new windows. New, more energy-efficient windows will not only reduce your heating and air conditioning bills, but will make your home a bit quieter and that much more comfortable to live in.

Clue #4: It’s foggy—inside.

Do you notice condensation building up in between your window panes. That’s a sure sign that the seal has been compromised. These windows are no longer energy efficient. It’s time for an upgrade.

The English Contractor team is a authorized replacement contractor for Marvin Windows. While managing through the current health pandemic, we are prioritizing outdoor projects. Contact us today and we can conduct an outdoor inspection of your home to determine your need for new windows.

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