"Surprisingly, we are replacing more and more windows due to poor quality than we are because of age – over 30% of the windows we replace are less than 10 years old," says Bruce Ryan, President of Ryan Windows & Siding.
Consumers are faced with options every day: quality vs. cost. When it comes to your home and choosing your windows, it's not any different. You could purchase windows of lesser quality, saving you money in the short term. If you opt for an inferior window, it can result in higher energy bills and accrued maintenance costs throughout the life of the window, potentially leading to another, more costly replacement only a few years later.Or you could look at the bigger picture: installing a respected brand of high quality windows will add value, efficiency and beauty to your home in the short term but also for years to come.No one wants to have to replace their windows more than once in a lifetime, so selecting a quality window is essential. We know we want beauty and performance in a window, but it is easy to get lost when surrounded by industry jargon: U-factors, Solar Heat Gain Coefficient, Visible Light Transmittance, etc.While important, these ratings should not be the deciding factor in your window purchase, says Ryan. Windows are tested in controlled environments that rarely mimic the continual effect of our harsh regional weather elements.“The principle component when making a buying decision is how that window will perform in your home over a sustained period of time,” says Ryan. The overall effectiveness of the window should be determined by:
Ultimately, professionals are the only way to know if a quality window will truly stand up to the weather environment of your home.But finding the right window isn’t the final step in the process. You have to consider its installation."Even the highest quality window will fail if it is not installed properly,” shares Ryan. “That is why it is important to hire a reputable, licensed and insured contractor."Why is installation important?A window that has been poorly installed allows exposure to the elements that leads to moisture, heat loss and failing joints.“We know that every home and every project is unique. That is why we offer Renewal by Andersen windows that custom builds each window to ensure that they fit perfectly and provide the best performance for your home," says Ryan.The question now becomes, can you afford the cost of a low quality window?Not sure if quality windows are in your budget? Here are a few tips to make it work:
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