Your home windows are your gateway to the outside. They provide you with a view, allow you to keep watch of the kids playing in the yard and provide warm, natural light to penetrate your home. However, there is a lot to consider when your windows begin to breakdown and are coming close to the end of their lifespan. Do I replace only the windows that are showing signs of failure or replace them all? What styles and functions should I consider? And who can we trust to properly install our windows? Are just a few of the questions you will need to resolve before replacing any of your windows.
We asked our design experts the first of these questions “Should a home owner replace all of their windows at once?”, here is what they had to share on the topic.
Home Aesthetics
One of the aspects to think about when choosing a window replacement is aesthetics. Replacing every window in your home can significantly increase your home’s aesthetic appeal. It will also keep your home looking uniform as there will be no mismatching windows. If you are not able to replace all of your windows at the same time, consider replacing them based on areas of your home. For example, if you need to replace a few windows in the front of your home, try to replace all of the windows on that side at the same time. This allows for a uniform exterior for the front of your home.
Functionality
Once your windows reach a certain age, they may not function as well as they once did. Hinges give out, cranks break, frames warp and the overall functionality significantly decreases. When looking to replace your windows, put a priority on the ones that are giving you the most issues to operate. Just keep in mind, if all of your windows are the same age and several have already begun to not function optimally anymore, the others will be following suit soon.
Interior Design
Aesthetics apply to the interior of your home, too. Many rooms have only one or two windows, so replacing those can help boost the appearance of the room. However, if you have several windows in the same room and one is damaged, you might want to replace them all as replacing a single window in a room with multiple windows may seem a bit awkward.
Budget
Replacing all of the windows in your home at once, comes with significant expense. You can decide whether this option is best for you after receiving several quotes. Replacing your windows all at the same time have many benefits, but if it is not in the budget to do so, focus on those windows that are causing the most issues or look into financing options.
Energy Efficiency
If you’re unsure whether you should replace all your windows, you should consider the energy efficiency benefits. New energy efficient windows will reduce the amount of heat loss and gain during the winter and summer months, reducing your reliance on your HVAC system and reducing your energy bills.
Ultimately, making the decision whether you should replace all of your windows at once needs to be done based on your current situation. Yes, there are many benefits of doing so, but it is not necessary to replace all of your windows at the same time.