That letter from your heating supplier came yesterday, and I’m sure you were stunned at the amount you owe. You may have also felt the chill of that cold air coming in through the window near the living room. There was that moment last night as you placed your hand against the glass and felt the air move in.
Do any of these things sound like anything you may be experiencing?
Now that November has finally rolled around, it’s that time of year when you cannot ignore this anymore. Your heater is on, you’re broke, and the cold air that continues to enter your home through those old windows is causing you to want to scream!
Here is why November is the ideal time to take care of this.
Your Heating Bills Are A True Reflection
When you open those envelopes from your utility company each month, they are telling you the truth. If your heating expenses rise 20-30% compared to your neighbors who own homes of the same size as yours, then it’s likely your windows are to blame.
Old windows allow heated air to escape continuously. Your heater works longer and harder, and your heating bills increase.
Simple enough.
Winters in Massachusetts and Rhode Island are brutal. When outdoor temperatures drop into the teens and twenties, single-pane windows or windows with cracked or broken seals convert to expensive air leaks. You might as well be paying to heat the outside.
Why November Makes More Sense Than Waiting For Spring
Many homeowners say, “I’ll wait until the spring to replace my windows.” Wrong. This is why November is a far better choice.
Firstly, you will begin saving money instantly. Each additional month you delay replacing your windows with energy-efficient windows equates to an additional month of increased heating costs. Installing new windows in November will enable you to retain the cost savings during the entire winter season.
Secondly, contractors have better availability. Springtime is when everyone decides they want to complete their home improvement project. By waiting until November, we are able to schedule your installation typically within a couple of weeks, rather than months.
Lastly, the installation process is actually more efficient prior to the onset of extremely cold temperatures and heavy snowfall. We can work at our normal pace, and do not have to contend with the freezing rain, heavy snow, and extreme cold temperatures that slow everything down in January, February, and March.
What You Will Receive Besides Lower Energy Costs
Although you will receive lower heating costs, new windows provide several other advantages that you will experience almost immediately.
Your home will be warmer. You won’t experience cold spots near your windows. You won’t sit on the couch with a blanket on while trying to stay warm due to the constant cold draft that hits you. Rooms will be warmer without having to raise your thermostat.
Noise levels from the outside world will decrease dramatically. If you reside in close proximity to a busy street, new windows with the proper insulation will decrease the volume of noise from traffic by at least 50%.
Your home will look newer from the inside and out. Old windows make even older homes appear outdated. New windows will improve the appearance of your home and create an attractive curb appeal that your neighbors will notice.
Getting Ready For Your Holiday Guests
Thanksgiving is only a week away. Christmas and New Year’s will follow shortly thereafter. When family comes over for the holidays, they will notice if your home is cold and uncomfortable.
Installing new windows in November ensures that your home will remain warm and inviting for your guests.
No one wants to spend the holidays hosting dinner in a col,d drafty home where everyone wears their sweaters.
The Hidden Cost Of Delayed Window Replacement
There are three ways delaying the replacement of your windows will cost you.
Each month you delay replacing your windows with energy-efficient windows means you will lose money via higher heating costs. Additionally, each month you delay scheduling your window replacement means that our availability will diminish and ultimately we will be unable to accommodate you on the date you desire. Lastly, your windows will continue to degrade and lead to larger issues and higher costs later on.
Moisture between your window panes? That indicates a seal failure. Condensation accumulating behind your window panes? That creates mold and mildew. Both of these issues worsen and never improve.
What To Expect From An Installation
The installation process typically lasts anywhere from one to three days, depending on the number of windows needing replacement. Our window installers remove your old windows, properly seal and insulate the opening, and install new energy-efficient windows designed for the harsh New England climate.
Our installers take great care to minimize the damage to your home’s interior. We lay down drop cloths to prevent damage. We haul off your old windows. At the end of the day, you have windows that function as intended.
Schedule Your Complimentary Consultation Today
Would you like to determine how much you can potentially save? We will evaluate your existing windows, present you with your options, and provide you with a detailed estimate with no high-pressure sales tactics.
At Marios Roofing, we have been installing windows throughout Massachusetts and Rhode Island for nearly twenty years. We understand what works best in New England homes.
Contact us today at (781) 269-9166 to schedule your complimentary consultation. Your heating bill will thank you.