When replacing your home’s windows, it’s important that you have all the right information. There are some rookie assumptions to avoid when replacing your home’s windows.
Today we’re sharing with you the top three assumptions that we hear homeowners make about window replacement in our Morrisville, NC window showroom.
Why it Matters That You Not Make These Rookie Assumptions When Replacing your Home’s Windows
Here at Window Works Co., we know that homeowners are happy when they find the windows they truly love.
We enjoy teaching our customers about the products we sell (and even about the ones we don’t). We know that this helps our customers make the best choice for their home and their family.
But, we also know that other companies may not take this approach. In fact, some may see a customer making these inaccurate assumptions as an easy target for over-selling.
Read on to learn the top three rookie assumptions that we hear homeowners make when replacing their windows.
The Top 3 Rookie Assumptions to Avoid when Replacing your Home’s Windows
1. That you have Andersen Windows
Many homeowners believe that they have Andersen windows. Some believe this just because the Andersen brand is so synonymous with windows. Others think they have Andersen windows because that’s what was reported when they bought their home.
Unfortunately, many of these homeowners later learn that they don’t, in fact, have Andersen windows.
Luckily for you, you can read this quick article to find out if you have Andersen windows in under a minute.
2. That you Have Custom Moulding
Sometimes, homeowners will call us to get a quote on replacement windows and will mention offhandedly that their windows have custom casing (or moulding) around them. They want to know how much it will cost for us to replicate the profile of their unique moulding.
Usually, when we visit their home to measure their windows, we see that they have standard mouldings. While it may be a profile that you’ve not seen before, there are many varieties of mouldings that are actually standard. Moulding #445 is one that homeowners frequently believe is custom to their home, but that is actually a standard casing.
Homeowners are usually glad to find out that they were mistaken about this. They’re relieved to learn that they’ll be able to get their same mouldings replaced without extra cost or hassle.
3. That your Wood Windows are Custom Sizes
The final assumption that you might make when replacing your home’s windows has to do with their size.
Here in the Morrisville, NC area, many homeowners are replacing the builder-grade, wood windows that were original to their homes in the 1980s and 1990s. But, these homeowners will often tell us that they have ‘custom size’ windows.
What you should know is that wood window sizes in America have been fairly standard since the early 1800’s.
If you’re a window nerd like us, you can read this article, “A Technical History of Late Nineteenth Century Windows in the United States“, to learn more about how advances in glassmaking and manufacturing made it possible to standardize window sizes in the 1830s.
So, even in custom homes, it’s very likely that wood windows are standard sizes. Again, this is a relief to most homeowners. It means that replacing your home’s windows with a fiberglass or composite upgrade will be relatively straightforward.
Summary
We hope that it’s helpful for you to know these common mistaken assumptions that newbies may make when replacing their home’s windows. Knowing them can help you make the best replacement decision for your home’s windows.
Of course, when you’re ready to replace your home’s windows, you want to work with professionals you can trust to help you find the windows you’ll love. Window Works Co. has helped thousands of homeowners in the Triangle find the perfect windows for their homes. We’d love to help you, too!
