Many people know that they lose a good percentage of their home cooling through leaky windows. In fact, a big increase in their cooling bills over the years has led them to strongly consider replacing windows even a few years old. There have been huge improvements in technology that help keep cool air in during the summer months and warm air during the winter. What many people don’t realize is that West Michigan Glass Coatings, 3M window tinting in Grand Rapids, MI and surrounding areas including Muskegon, Holland and Kalamazoo can give them the same benefits without the high cost of window and door replacement.
Things to consider when comparing window replacement with window tinting in Grand Rapids, MI:
How old are your windows?
If your windows are less than 15 years old, it’s likely you don’t need new ones; window tinting will provide the same benefits as replacement.
How much air exchange is occurring through closed and sealed windows?
Consider getting a measuring device from a local home improvement store that will tell you how much cool air you are losing through your windows in the summer. There are also many techniques you can find online.
What is your budget for a home improvement project?
It is important to remember that replacing windows is a costly endeavor and even medium grade typically run around $10K on sale. If you do not absolutely need new windows, a much more affordable option is window tinting provided in Grand Rapids, MI, as well as the surrounding areas of Muskegon, Holland, and Kalamazoo.
What is the projected heating and cooling savings window improvements will provide?
Ask prospective companies to furnish the average cooling savings that homeowners receive from a similar window update. Request information for both new windows and 3M window tinting in Grand Rapids, MI, and surrounding areas. It is also a good idea to contact your heating and cooling utility company to ask them for estimated savings for window upgrades of both types. Do a comparison to determine your best and most affordable option.
Home improvements are a huge undertaking in terms of both expense and time. Be sure to consider all options when it comes to making window updates. You may be surprised to find out that window tinting in Grand Rapids, MI is the best and most affordable option. Call for your consultation today.
West Michigan Glass Coatings serves the greater west Michigan area including Holland, Muskegon, Kalamazoo and Grand Rapids.