Window Installation
Tired of old, dingy, drafty, or stubborn windows? Ferris Home Improvements can help…for a GREAT price!
Want to instantly update your home’s appearance and value WITHOUT breaking the bank? Ferris Home Improvements offers a wide variety of window products that can help you save money in THREE WAYS:
New windows save on your energy bills. Installing new ENERGY STAR approved products are designed to minimize energy waste and help you save money on your energy bills. Exactly how much can they help you save? According to the ENERGY STAR website (see image below), average annual savings range from $424 to $446 a year when replacing single-paned windows, and $59 to $91 a year when replacing double-paned, clear glass windows in the tri-state area. If you live in or around Wilmington, Delaware, you’ll save $655 a year when replacing single pane windows or $80 a year over double pane, clear glass replacement windows.
New windows can earn you a tax rebate/credit. When you install ENERGY STAR approved window products, you are eligible for a tax credit for 30% of the cost of the windows, up to $1,500.
New windows can increase your home’s value. According to an article on Bankrate.com, “good windows” ranked 7th out of the 10 features that can add value to your home, and buyers are paying more and more attention to windows that are insulated and save energy. In the same article, “curb appeal” ranked 5th out of the 10 features that add value to your home, noting that a buyer’s good first impression from the home’s exterior can add as much as 10% to the value of the home, making it critical for homeowners to pay as much attention to good windows as potential buyers of the present and future! To read the full article on Bankrate.com, click here.
More Benefits for Installing New Windows
New windows can improve the security of your home. Home security experts assert that the first thing you should consider when improving your home’s defense is securing doors and windows. Security professionals suggest installing deadbolt door locks and secure window catches for windows that prevent your window from being opened more than a few inches and note “it may be worth replacing your doors and/or windows if they are old and in need of repair… the worse condition they are in, the easier it will be for an intruder to break into your property” (click here to read the full article).
New windows can improve the safety of your home. Older homes often have windows with pane glass that can shatter into hundreds of pieces on impact, potentially injuring your loved ones or putting them at risk of an easy intrusion. The Home Safety Council also suggests installing new windows that have screens that are strong enough to prevent a child’s fall from a window (visit our Screen Repairs page, they also recommend installing window guards that prevent falls and have a quick release feature for easy escape in case of fire. To read more about window safety, click here.
New windows are easier to operate and clean. Another benefit to installing new windows in your home is that new windows are much easier to open and close, and replacement windows have an easy drop-down release feature that allows each window pane to drop down inside the house for easy cleaning with a simple press of a button. Not only will your new windows look great when you install them, but they’ll be easier to maintain so they continue to look great for decades into the future!
Another benefit to installing new windows in your home is that new windows are much easier to open and close, and replacement windows have an easy drop-down release feature that allows each window pane to drop down inside the house for easy cleaning with a simple press of a button. Not only will your new windows look great when you install them, but they’ll be easier to maintain so they continue to look great for decades into the future! |
New windows reduce condensation. Do you have fog on the inside of your windows in the winter? According to the ENERGY STAR website, “if an inefficient window or window frame gets too cold, indoor moisture can condense or even freeze on the interior surface and then pool on the sill. Over time, chronic condensation can damage sills, cause paint to crack, and encourage the growth of mold” (click here to read more). ENERGY STAR windows help keep the interior of the glass and the window frame warmer, reducing condensation risk and providing a clearer view on winter mornings.
New windows protect interior valuables. ENERGY STAR reports that approved products have Low-E coatings that block harmful rays from reaching your hardwood floors, furniture, and other possessions, reducing fading by up to 75%. Click here to read more
Why FHI Window Services Are So Affordable
Ferris Home Improvements is more affordable than the competition because we are not part of a giant, franchised corporation. With less overhead and a mid-size crew of dedicated experts in the field, we are a much more efficient company who can offer you better labor pricing for the same top quality craftsmanship you get from the highest bidding competitors.
Another reason why Ferris Home Improvements can offer you such great deals is because we have established great relationships with vendors who make the products to skip the middle man and offer you better-than-retail pricing.
Check out our Windows & Doors Products page to see innovative, award-winning products we can install to help you maintain a safe, secure, and energy-efficient home. Or, just ask us about the options!
