Beat the summer heat: 10 reasons to consider new windows – KTAR.com

In spring, many homeowners start looking at ways to fend off the summer heat better insulation in the attic, a new air conditioner and misters on the patio are common remedies for warm weather worries.

Be sure to avoid the energy-saving myths I wrote about a few weeks ago.

But they often forget about their windows, probably because they often think they last forever, provided that they dont get broken.

Windows may seem to be the most expensive job of all possibly $600 to $1,000 per window, according to information from Pella Windows, for example.

But if your home is 20 years old or more, your windows can start failing. Here are 10 reasons why you might want to replace yours:

If your frames are in good shape, the easiest way to replace them is to put the new windows into the old frame. But thats not always the most attractive alternative. However, it can be an alternative if you need to fix just one or two windows.

What kind of windows should you buy?

Always buy dual pane windows in central and southern Arizona. Triple-panes will not be worth the cost unless you live in a colder climate above the Rim or are having serious noise problems. Be sure to add a low-emissivity or low-E coating to prevent heat from penetrating the glass.

The good news is that after replacing windows, your home become more comfortable to live in. It will also become easier to sell if you want to move elsewhere.

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