While it is a significant investment to replace all of your windows and doors simultaneously with Impact windows and doors, it does pay off in the long run. And yes, it is an investment that will have a good return. Here are some excellent reasons to have all your home windows and doors upgraded all at once with impact products.
Cost Savings – You will be able to save significant money on labor and materials by replacing all of your windows and doors at once
Insurance Savings – To qualify for a discount on your wind-storm portion of your home's insurance, every opening, both windows and doors, must be covered with a product rated for hurricane protection.
Energy Savings – Old windows and doors are likely to be leaking air, causing you not only to be air conditioning your own home but the surrounding neighborhood. When properly installed, new impact windows and doors make for an air-tight seal of your home, saving money on your electrical bill every month.
Safety and Security – If all of your windows and doors are impact rated, also known as hurricane rated, you will be ready at all times if a hurricane threatens. No need to worry about putting up shutters or plywood; you are hurricane-ready at all times. Getting your windows and doors done in stages leaves openings for storms and thieves to penetrate the envelope of your home through those weak points.
Aesthetics – Brand new impact windows and doors will dramatically improve the appearance of your home. Doing some windows and not others will create a disjointed look. Sliding windows and picture windows are all good for maximizing your home's views and giving your home a modern look. Impact entrance glass doors are also great for letting in natural light.
Return on Investment – Aside from ongoing energy savings, it is estimated that replacing old windows and doors with impact-rated windows and doors can return as much as 78% of their cost at the time of resale. Plus, your home is likely to sell more quickly with new impact windows and doors.