Remodeling a home usually sounds like a big overhaul project, such as breaking down a wall and bringing multiple rooms together or redecorating a bathroom, from the floor tiles to the mirrors. However, it doesn’t have to be that way. If you think your home could use a little sprucing up, maybe you should start smaller. With either the doors or the windows. This may seem like an odd starting point, but studies show that these are the areas that get hit with the most weather damage. Which means that they might just be the fix-up you need to make your house look new again.
Before you pick up the phone to call a door and window company, you should decide if you actually need this remodeling. The easiest way to figure out if either of these parts of your house needs repairing or restoring is to ask yourself how long you’ve had them, particularly the windows. Studies show that older windows can cause a few problems in the home, such as sticking to their frames or overall draftiness. They can also be causing you to lose money on energy efficiency, as windows account for approximately 25 – 30% of your heating and cooling. Just by getting a window replacement, you could notice a lot of difference in how long it takes to warm up or cool down your place. Especially if you have a lot of windows.
Your doors are another story. These are more likely to be damaged by the weather no matter what kind of door they are. Patio doors, front doors, even heavier screen doors. They’re all at risk. Sometimes a little extra care and a fresh coat of paint can fix the problem. However, there’s nothing wrong with taking a look at some other kinds of doors if you think it’s too far gone at this point. Steel is usually a popular choice, but you can always check with a nearby door and window company to see what they recommend for you.
Keep in mind that you don’t have to overhaul all of your windows and doors just because you think your home needs a little something new. You should think it over carefully. Remember that the front door in particular says a lot about you. And the windows are what you’ll be looking out of on a regular basis. It’s important to make sure you like them before you buy.
