Five Ways You Can Save Money When Replacing Windows

1. New Windows Save On Energy.

New energy efficient windows with Patriot Windows & Doors can save you anywhere between $101 and $583 a year according to Energy Star calculations for upgrading a typical home with new energy efficient windows.

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Also, factoring in the reduction in your heating and cooling bills will provide additional savings. Energy-efficient glass may also have a special coating that reflects sunlight to keep your home cool in the summer or absorbs it to help hold in warmth in the winter.

2. Claim Tax Credits on Energy Efficient Windows.

Did you know you can receive tax credits on qualifying energy-efficient replacement windows? That’s right! For years the federal government has offered homeowners incentives on making their homes more energy efficient.

If you have or plan to purchase qualifying Energy Star windows, doors, or other products, you may be eligible to claim an additional tax credit of up to $500.

In addition your local utility company may offer additional incentives as part of an energy efficiency program.

3. Increase Your Resale Value.

Potential homebuyers will generally pay more for a home that’s more energy efficient because they know of the cost saving potential in the years to come. This coupled with an increase in your home’s value will get you the best resale value as possible.
Not to mention having new windows will improve your homes curb appeal and make selling process that much easier.

4. Reduce Window Maintenance and Repair Costs.

Having to maintain old or inefficient windows can add up over time and leave you frustrated with more repair projects then you want. Depending on the type of repair needed like a broken windowpane, sash, or the window stops operating efficiently it may be time to replace the window rather than repair it.

5. Don’t Forget Window Cleaning.

Regularly cleaning your windows is an important part of window maintenance and is often overlooked by homeowners. Keeping your windows clean is more then just a spotless pane of glass. Dirt and debris can build up overtime and cause damage.

New windows are built with convenient features like sashes that tilt which makes cleaning easier and allows you to save more than hiring a cleaning company. Cleaning windows can be a challenge considering where you call home. Windows can be on a second story or above the roofline, ETC

Most homeowners tend to take a step back when they see the overall cost of window replacements, but when you consider the tax deductions, rebates, energy savings, increased resale value, reduced maintenance and repairs, lower cleaning costs. It quickly adds up to make replacing your windows a worthy investment.

Five Ways You Can Save Money When Replacing Windows