Window Glass Replacement Contractors in Baltimore, MD (Maryland)

Baltimore Window Replacement

It's easy in a climate like Baltimore's to overlook the incredible value that quality windows provide. While Baltimore summers can be muggy, and there are always a few cold snaps in the winter, overall it's pretty mild compared to the 120 degree days in Phoenix and the Nor'Easters and sub-zero temperatures weathered up in Boston. Still, with modern advances in technology revolutionizing the window industry, window replacement in Baltimore is one of the smartest investments you can make when it comes to improving your Baltimore area home.

Costs
Advances in technology and energy savings aside, the first concern most Baltimoreans have about any home improvement project is cost. HomeAdvisor tracks the window replacements in Baltimore that originate as contractor referrals in our system by issuing post-job customer surveys. Based on the information we gather, a Baltimore window replacement averages an even $4,000 if you choose to replace multiple windows in your home, which is the wisest choice if you've got the funds. Of course that figure varies some depending on how many windows you change out, and the size and quality of the windows you replace them with. If that's a little steep for your budget, narrow your scope a little. Replacing a single, large, South-facing window with a low-coated model that reduces heat gain can make a huge difference when it comes to reducing summer cooling bills. And if you've noticed drafts around a few windows in the wintertime, those are a good place to focus if your goal is reducing heating costs in winter.

Big Savings
While window replacement in Baltimore isn't necessarily cheap, especially if you choose to replace those old single pane windows and storm windows with top-of-the-line, ENERGY STAR-rated models, the savings you can accrue are nothing to laugh at either. With savings on heating bills that can reach 40 percent, and up to a 30 percent reduction in cooling costs during the summer, it's easy to make the argument that window replacement in Baltimore pays for itself over time. Window replacement in Baltimore can also save you money in other areas. The low e-coatings mentioned above that reduce heat gain in summer and heat loss in winter provide excellent UV protection as well, extending the life of your furniture, carpet, and wall treatments, all of which can fade and be damaged by prolonged exposure to UV rays beating down through your windows.

What to Look For
Shopping for windows isn't what it used to be. Here's a short list of options you should consider if you're looking for optimal energy efficiency from your window replacement in Baltimore.