Windows Plus has been replacing windows for over 30 years, so they know the importance of high-quality products and lasting installation techniques. However, it’s not always easy to tell when your windows have seen their last good day.

Here are some signs from the professionals that your old vinyl windows should be traded in for a new set:

• Fogging: One major visual sign your windows are getting old is fogging. Older vinyl windows that are double paned are especially prone to this problem. The fog is caused by condensation gathering between the two panes, reducing the clarity of your view.
• Single Pane: You can tell vinyl windows are particularly old if, upon close inspection, you that there is only a single pane in your window. Modern vinyl windows come with a double pane, and those with just one may be decades old. Insulation is also markedly worse with only a single pane, attributing to high energy bills and an uncomfortable indoor air temperature.
• Outside Noise: If you’ve noticed an increase in noise heard inside your home, it’s possible your windows may have something to do with it. Older windows seal out sound with progressively less success as the glass thins and the seal loosens with age.
• Fading UV Rays: While it may seem unrelated, the fading of colors in your furniture, carpets, or rug, can be indicative of older windows. UV rays are partially filtered out with high-quality windows, but as time passes and vinyl windows age, more of these rays begin to pass through. UV rays can harm priceless pieces of home décor that are difficult to replace.
• Drafts: If you’re turning your thermostat up more than you have in the past, or noticed a more drafty home, your windows are the likely culprit. Over time, their seals will loosen and allow outside air in. While replacement can be an unexpected expense, you may pay more in long-term heating expenses if your old panes are left in place.

If you’ve taken a closer look at your home’s windows and think new windows are a necessary home improvement, give Windows Plus a call at (513) 272-2222 today. Should you have door replacement needs, learn more about the front and patio door services listed on their website.