The Quickest Way to Brighten Your Home (and Save Money →)

Drafts chilling your bones all winter? Or roasting in a home that feels like an oven all summer long? If so, you aren’t alone. 

Lots of homeowners put up with poor insulation—and pay the associated bills. But they don’t have to, because new windows and doors are the fastest way to improve your home’s external seal. 

By replacing your windows and doors, you keep your home bright, energy-efficient, and comfortable year-round—not to mention save a mountain of cash.

Let’s break down why… ↓

Why Windows and Doors Matter… A Lot

Feeling a cold breeze under your back door is one thing—and livable. But when most homeowners learn just how much money they’re wasting each year, new windows and doors become a serious consideration. 

According to the National Association of Realtors, outdated, drafty windows account for 25% – 30% of residential energy loss. Not only does this result in higher monthly bills (more on that in a moment), it also puts undue stress on HVAC systems, shortening their service lifespan. And one thing’s certain…

HVAC repairs and replacements are not cheap—and can cost upwards of $10,000!

In other words, getting your windows and doors inspected sooner—rather than later—can save you piles, dare we say mountains, of cash as the months and years roll by.

What is the Expected ROI of New Windows and Doors?

Replacing drafty windows and doors comes with a slew of benefits. Here’s why PA homeowners are replacing theirs.

• Lower Utility Costs: Replacing single-pane windows with new double-pane windows can save you $126–$465 annually, and by upgrading old double-pane windows, you can still save $111 each year
• Increased Home Value: Due to monthly savings and extended service life, home buyers are willing to pay 10% more for a house with recently upgraded windows—no small chunk of change when maximizing resale potential
• Over 100% ROI: That’s right (and few people know this), a new steel entry door returns an average of 101.8% of its cost upon resale—making it the best bang for your buck when transforming the look and feel of your home

And the benefits aren’t purely financial. New windows can also increase natural light, improve air quality, and create a healthier, more comfortable environment for everyone inside.

(Plus, new windows and doors look amazing. Swing by our Gallery Page for some serious homeowner inspiration.)

How Do I Know It’s Time to Upgrade My Windows and Doors?

When it comes to making the most of your upgrades, timing is everything. 

Here are a few of the tell-tale signs it’s time to save yourself some cash with an upgrade.

• Drafts under doors and around window seals
• Condensation between double- and triple-pane window layers
• Cracks, warped sashes (frame holding glass in place), and/or rotting wood

While none of these issues are life-threatening (or as urgent as water intrusion from a leaky roof, for instance), they’re well worth remediating if you have the funds—or you’re making existing external renovations.

Which leads us nicely to this next point…

When is the Best Time to Replace My Windows?

Here’s what Wallie Jurisch, one of E&E’s sales representatives, has to say about timing your window replacements:

“The best time to replace windows is when upgrading your home’s siding. The reason is that, with the siding removed, you can do a complete reframing of the windows instead of simply replacing them. This allows for a new window size, shape, and material with the least amount of hassle. For this reason, we like to give our homeowners the option of upgrading their windows any time we’re doing a complete siding replacement.”

- Wallie Jurisch, Sales E&E General Contracting

What Are E&E’s Preferred Windows and Doors Brands?

The E&E crew is committed to installing high-quality, modern products we believe in—and are here to help you find the perfect solutions for your new windows and doors.

Here are a few of our favorites (and why we love them so much).

• Vinyl Windows: Provia windows are high-quality, energy-efficient, and come in tons of options—plus, their customer service and warranties are top-tier
• Vinyl Windows: If you like to shop local, Viwinco does a great job with standard white on white vinyl—and is located close by in Berks County
• Wood Windows: If you love the look of wood, Marvin windows come in multiple color options, are customizable, and fantastically fade-resistant on darker colors
• Entryway Doors: Provia doors come in tons of options, are of the highest quality,  and come backed by industry-leading warranties and customer service

(All products above recommended by Wallie Jurisch, Sales Rep at E&E General Contracting)

What Does Upgrading My Windows and Doors Look Like—Start to Finish?

At E&E, we say it all the time. Remodeling your home is a big deal. There are a lot of unknowns, and it can be tough to know where to begin. 

But while you may only redo your home once in a lifetime, we do it every day. And we’ve been putting our customers’ minds at ease for over thirty years. So give us a call. A friendly teammate is ready to talk you through all of the following.

• Your initial at-home consultation
• Design guidance through all of our favorite brands
• Detailed and accurate quoting (no hidden upsells)
• Lead times, scheduling, and material delivery
• What your workday looks like, start to finish
• Your respectful cleanup and final site inspection

And of course, all of your work is backed by E&E’s Lifetime Workmanship Guarantee—meaning as long as you live there, we’ll fix any workmanship issues that arise promptly and absolutely free of charge.

Brighten up your home (and start saving big bucks) today.

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E&E General Contracting got started over thirty years ago as a local siding replacement company. Since then, our team has grown to become a trusted provider of all types of exterior services (roofing, siding, windows, doors) and interior remodels and additions. Your project comes backed by a lifetime workmanship warranty and the assurance that comes from working with highly skilled, communicative, and caring crews. So while you might only renovate your home once in a lifetime, know this: we do it every day—and are ready to make your dream home a reality.