DESIGN
The windows and doors you choose for your home are very important. Make sure you choose styles that match your home’s architectural look and feel. Curb appeal is very important, it makes a huge statement about your home. When choosing your front door, there are a variety of styles such as the color, glass inserts, the hardware that can make a personal statement and create an inviting look. Select windows that look good, as well as provide a valuable source of natural light on the inside. Your architect or building designer should be able to give you recommendations about the lifestyle of windows and doors you should choose to suit your property’s character.
SECURITY
It’s important to factor security options into your choices. Your window’s height relative to the ground, locks, the strength of the glass, and the quality of your security screens or safety screens will all factor into the security of your windows and doors.
ENERGY EFFICIENCY
Heating and cooling account for approximately 48% of all the average home’s energy usage. The vast majority of your home’s heat loss and heat gain come from windows, so choosing energy efficient windows can have a real effect on your power bills. Your window’s design, glass type, glazing, and seals determine how energy efficient it is. Toned or “tinted” glass, low-e glass, IGUs, and thermal breaks are all energy efficient features worth considering.
ACOUSTICS
Do you live in a busy area? Then you may be interested in windows that are specifically designed for acoustic performance. These windows reduce the neighborhood, traffic, and building noise from entering your home.
BUDGET
Of course, the windows and doors you buy ultimately have to fit within your budget. That’s why it’s important to prioritize which features are most important to you. Are you particularly concerned with energy efficiency and security? Then you need to invest in windows that fit this bill, even if that means you miss out on better acoustic shielding. By prioritizing the features you’re looking for, you can ensure you choose the best windows and doors for your budget.
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