Money Matters


ROI of Replacement Windows
If you're thinking about replacement windows or patio doors, there's no reason to wait. The benefits start immediately. From enhancing your home's interior to adding to its curb appeal, new windows and doors transform a home from ordinary to outstanding. What's more, they provide one of the best returns on investment of any home improvement project.

A recent national research study examined the cost of replacement windows in an average-sized home. They looked at how much the windows would add to a house's value if sold a year later. For the 15 major markets served by Milgard Windows, the average rate of the window replacement cost recouped was 91.6%.

“Many of today's windows manufacturers back their products by a full lifetime guarantee,” says Keystone Windows and Doors president Michan Rhodes. “Chances are these are the last windows or patio doors you’ll ever have to buy for each one you replace.”

Launching a remodel project can sometimes be overwhelming. Here's a few suggestions on where to start:

• Get inspired by before and after examples
• View typical problems/solutions solved by replacement windows
• Get going on your own design Ideas
• Consult with a windows expert about the installation process

For more information, contact:
Michan Rhodes
Keystone Windows & Doors

Source: This 2002 research study, conducted by Remodeling magazine (a Hanley-Wood, LLC trade publication) utilized professional opinions of over 200 real estate agents and appraisers in the top remodel markets.

For more information, email Mitch Roberts of Andy Thiel!