Page 14 Spring Home Improvement • Thursday , April 25 , 2024

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Windows are a major component of a home . Window installation professionals will tell homeowners that the average life span of residential windows is between 15 and 30 years . Most well-maintained products can last 20 years , so homeowners who have windows approaching that age may want to schedule a window assessment and possible replacement .

Replacing windows is a job that requires advanced skill , and this is not a do-it-yourself project . There are many qualified professional window installation companies that will

work with homeowners to measure , order and install windows that will fit with the style of a home and local weather , all while providing features the homeowner desires .

For those wondering when to replace windows , Pella and Renewal by Andersen , two of the premiere window manufacturers , offer these guidelines .

• Difficulty opening and closing windows . A window that does not operate as it should can aggravate homeowners . If windows are sticking shut or cannot be securely closed , it ’ s probably time for something new .

• There ’ s apparent window damage . Accidents happen , and if a rock is kicked up from a lawnmower and cracks a window or if spring baseball practice has gone awry with an errant throw , windows may require replacement .

• Drafts in the window are common . If heating and cooling systems are working overtime , drafty , poorly insulated windows could be to blame . Various agencies can perform energy efficiency tests in a home .

Windows that are determined to be the weak spots

should be replaced .

• Dated windows are present in the home . Older windows may pose safety hazards , especially those in older homes . A larger window may be needed to comply with fire safety codes allowing for window egress . Dated windows also may simply look “ old ” and compromise the aesthetics of a home .

• Outdoor noises are noticed quite readily . Newer windows can help reduce noise transmission .

So those leaf blowers , airplanes , barking dogs , and kids playing basketball up the street won ’ t disturb homeowners as they try to enjoy some peace and quiet indoors .

• Fading indoors is noted . Windows that do not feature low-emissivity ( Low-E ) glass coatings will not block UV rays . Those rays can cause fading to wood floors and furniture or pretty much anything the sunlight touches . Replacing existing windows with Low-E coating alternatives can safeguard belongings and improve window efficiency .

Window replacement may be necessary when existing windows are showing signs of aging or damage .

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• Provide a water source for pollinators , such as a shallow dish with stones half-submerged for perching .

Pollinators are important for gardens , whether those gardens are commercial operations or small backyard plots . Allow pollinators to share spaces and be mindful of behaviors that can threaten their survival .

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