Installing new windows usually involves creating some debris. Plaster, paint flakes, and old sealant can cause quite a mess, and some consequential damage may occur to nearby wallpaper, paintwork, and tiles. During a window replacement project, the area around your windows essentially becomes an active building site.
If You Must Choose Between Windows or Replacement Siding
If you need to take care of one home remodeling project at a time, it's better to start by replacing the windows. Our contractors may need to cut away parts of the siding and trim in order to install your new windows.
When to Replace Your Windows. Home windows have a lifespan of 15-20 years. Once they reach this age, the seals start to weaken or fail, which leaves you open to drafts and water seepage. In addition, single-pane windows were the standard 15+ years ago.
If you live in an area with extreme weather conditions, it's best to wait until the spring or fall to avoid any damage that could be caused by installing replacement windows during extreme heat or cold. If you're working within a tight budget, waiting until the end of the year may be your best bet.
While old windows might still be functional, there's a good chance they're not very efficient. Windows that are over 20 years old should be replaced. If you've lived in your home for decades and have never replaced the windows, they are likely original to the house.
Replacement Windows Do Not Require Removing Vinyl Siding
Good window installation teams know how to remove existing windows without damaging your home's siding. Actually, this is one of the most important factors when considering a window contractor is their skill level to avoid making the project more complicated.
Replacing Windows Can Require Cutting into Siding
You don't want to risk having new siding damaged during this process. And even if the siding doesn't get damaged, the removal and reinstallation of it can increase the window replacement crew's labor costs.
Spring on the whole is a great time to replace siding due to the temperate weather. The fall is also a great time. That's because lots of times, siding materials go on sale during autumn. This is when contractors' new winter inventory comes in.
A window replacement can be very messy. Despite how careful your window installer is, there will be dust and debris from the removal of old windows. Ask your installer what to expect when replacing windows in terms of how messy things will be and what measures they will take to minimise mess.
Window installation can be done from inside or outside of a home or building. However, which side is typically used depends on several factors.
A window replacement is a messy job, there's no getting around it. As long as wood needs to be sawed or broken off and replaced, sawdust and paint chips will find their way into the air and settle onto the ground inside your home. The best way to prepare for this mess is by understanding what you're up against.
Window installation
A team of experienced hands can finish the process in at least 30 minutes or an entire day to replace every window in the house.
The installation process takes around 30 minutes per, and may be dependent on the size of your windows. This is why it could take upwards to two days for an entire job's worth of installations if they are overly large or need special attention installed like siding trimming.
While replacing your home's windows is a costly project, it can pay off by adding value to your home. According to the Remodeling's 2023 Cost vs. Value report, replacing vinyl windows adds an average of $13,766 in value to a home — about 69% of the cost of the project.
There are times, however, when the caulking around the window or door starts to crack and fail, providing moisture an access point to your home. This may lead to vinyl siding leaking around windows.
If you're a professional with years of experience under your belt, replacing a window is a relatively straightforward task. However, if you've never done this before, it's important to realize that the margin of error is vast.
Lastly, your budget. Weather you decide to purchase siding or purchase windows is another factor that needs to be taken into consideration. Windows tend to be more expensive than siding replacements, so if you're on a tight budget, you may want to prioritize siding over windows.
The short answer is, yes! However, short answers usually have a long explanation behind them. To replace windows without replacing the frame, you will need to have insert window installation.
In almost every situation, your roof should be replaced first for a very simple reason. A new roof could damage the siding if it is put on before the siding is replaced. That's why we always recommend doing a roofing replacement first.
Disadvantages of vinyl windows:
They have the tendency to sag due to their flexibility. Their flexibility also limits their size and the weight of the glass they frame. Many people find them less elegant or natural-looking than wood.
What are the drawbacks of vinyl windows? The biggest problem with vinyl windows is that they are not very durable if they are not made well. Low-quality vinyl windows will bend, bow, misshape, and crack when exposed to changing temperatures.
The average cost of a standard size double-hung vinyl window is between $200 and $500, while labor costs usually range from $100 to $300 per window (or around $40 per hour per laborer). It usually takes a professional team of at least two installers about an hour to install a single unit on the ground floor.
Off-Season Prices Can't Be Beat
Wintertime is considered the “off-season” for window replacement, which means product demand goes down. During that time, our suppliers can give us the green light to offer special deals and promotions that aren't available in the warmer months.