Your windows say so much about you and your home. They are the eyes into your home, your style, attention to detail, lifestyle, and more. They welcome in the light, keep intruders and weather out, and keep your family save. But how can you tell when it’s time to get replacement windows for your Orange, CA home?

Investing in replacement windows is rarely a bad idea, and they make your home more inviting, energy efficient, and secure. However, there are clear signs when it’s really time to get new windows. Take a look at your windows, inside and out, and see if it might be time for an investment in new ones based on these signs:

• Dents and Scratches – Windows take real beatings. They’re opened and closed day in and day out, plus they bear the brunt of the sun, wind, rain, and other elements. In fact, if you have dents or rusted scratches on your windows, the damage may have compromised the structural integrity and energy efficiency they provide for your home.
• Cracks – Whether you have traditional wood window frames or more modern vinyl, windows can take on moisture and face wear and tear over time. Sometimes, this wear and tear materializes as cracks along the edges. These cracks may be hard to see but a close examination can reveal minor cracks that can develop into more major issues if left untreated. Frame cracks are bad, but cracks in the glass are worse.
• Moisture Damage – Windows are designed to keep moisture out of your home, but sometimes, over the years, moisture can damage your windows if they aren’t properly sealed. Check for moisture damage in your window frames by pressing on dark spots with a flathead screwdriver. If the spots feel soft, you might have moisture damage. Look for moisture damage in your window glass by checking for condensation between the panes. If there is condensation between the panes, the seal is broken and you need new windows. If you don’t visibly see any signs of water damage, you can purchase a special device called a moisture meter that will provide a reading of how much moisture there is in your windows.
• Drafts – Drafts are an expensive problem. They’re not just letting hot or cold air in your home, they’re letting your expensive air conditioning and heat escape. If you need to put weather stripping or clingwrap on your windows in the winter to keep the cold out, you’ve got drafty windows. A simple test to check for less obvious drafts is to stand in front of the window during a hot or cold day and see if you feel a draft. You can also put a fan outside the window and stand inside to see if the air from the fan is causing a draft.

When it’s time to invest in Orange, CA replacement windows, we are here to help. Call or visit us today to learn more about what we can do for you and your windows.