Not everyone is lamenting the sky high home heating costs this winter. This certainly is the case with homeowners that have window inserts installed in their homes. These window inserts can save them up to 30% on these costs. With the sharp rise in energy prices the return on this investment is realized sooner than ever.
Window inserts are a simple, cost effective solution to old single pane windows. They are easily installed in your windows for a fraction of the cost of new windows. New windows can cost from $300 - $500 each; with an average home having 12 windows you will be looking at up to $6000 to replace. Window inserts have an average cost of around $100 each, now you can do the same home for $1200. Instead of taking out a second mortgage on your home you can easily pay for this with a credit card.
Besides the cost, replacing windows is a major remodeling project. Removing the windows is messy, requiring moving furniture, drapes, disposing old windows, cleaning up and repainting to match your house. Window inserts are sized to fit and easily slide in. In a matter of hours your whole home can be completed.
And more importantly, you have accomplished the same results as the expensive new windows; you have reduced energy costs as well as reduced outside noise. Your home will be warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer. Window inserts reduce and in many cases eliminates condensation and the resulting rot and mold. It truly will help create a better indoor environment. If there are times of the year you feel you don’t need your inserts you can easily remove them and reinstall them the following year.
No two homes are alike so the actual energy savings will vary. You should expect to save around 30% on your heating cost. With the low cost of the window inserts and significant energy savings you can have your new window inserts paid for in one to two years. It is hard to find a better ROI with any other home improvement project.
Save money, save landfills, save the environment; what’s there not to like!
RADIANT PLUS
1405 132nd Ave NE #4
Bellevue, WA 98005
425-296-6446
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