Once upon a time there was a couple whose original aluminum windows had become dirty and discolored. The house had been built in the early sixties when aluminum frame, single-pane windows were standard. After three years in the house and countless other home improvement projects completed, they finally decided it was time to upgrade to vinyl replacement windows.
This is their story and here are the reasons they decided to install vinyl replacement windows:
1. Energy Efficiency – Their house was perpetually cold in the winter and warm in the summer. Single-pane windows are notoriously energy inefficient, and this couple had already spent a good deal of money on a new heating and cooling system and wanted to maximize its efficiency.
2. Security – The locks on their aluminum windows were flimsy and would be easy for a burglar to break. They knew that vinyl windows offered solid locking mechanisms and burglar-proof features.
3. Noise Reduction – A key reason they decided to replace the aluminum frame windows was the noise factor. Their street is busy with commuter traffic in the mornings and afternoons. Dual-pane windows provide a significant noise barrier that practically eliminate the sounds from outside their home.
4. Aesthetics – Of course, aesthetics is a major reason to consider vinyl replacement windows. Companies offer a variety of styles and finishes. You can often customize the window finishes to match your home’s paint color scheme. This couple wanted to improve the curb appeal of their home with vinyl replacement windows.