At the start of a new year, homeowners often think about ways to make their houses more comfortable, energy-efficient, and attractive. With many people working from home due to the COVID-19 pandemic, making the places where they live and work more comfortable has become even more of a priority. Replacing windows and doors can achieve all of those goals. Here are some trends to consider this year.
Choose Energy-Efficient Windows and Doors
Utility bills are hard to manage for many homeowners. That’s often because of air leakage around inefficient windows and doors. Gaps and cracks, even small ones, can allow cold air to enter a house in the winter and warm air to escape. In the summer, the opposite can occur. Either way, air leakage can lead to unnecessarily high heating and cooling costs.
Installing new windows and doors that are more energy-efficient can lead to an immediate and significant drop in your utility bills. Windows with two or three panes of glass and inert gas between the glass panes can provide plenty of insulation and help control the indoor temperature. Vinyl is a popular material for window frames because it provides excellent insulation.
An energy-efficient door can also cut down on air leakage and make your utility bills more manageable. A wood, fiberglass, or steel door can help you save money on heating and cooling and can also improve your home’s curb appeal.
Explore a Wide Range of Window Colors and Styles
When people think about installing new windows, they tend to think that their options are limited to shades of white. The reality is that you have an array of other options. You can choose a shade that will complement the color of your siding and trim and help you make a positive impression on anyone who comes to visit or who drives by your home. In the past year, darker colors, including black, have become popular choices for window frames.
Create a More Open Feeling
People have been thinking a lot recently about improving ventilation and creating a greater connection between the inside of their home and the outdoors. Large windows and sliding doors have become popular because they can allow homeowners to let in plenty of light and fresh air while they work or spend time with loved ones.
Get an Estimate for New Windows and Doors
Aladdin can install energy-efficient replacement windows in the color of your choice to improve your Connecticut home’s curb appeal and lower your utility bills. We offer double-hung, casement, bow, bay, hopper, and picture windows, as well as other styles. Our team can also install one or more new exterior doors to make your home more energy-efficient and attractive.