This is a single-family residence built in 1928 but renovated a few times. Windows look original because they are wooden. They are starting to get stuck in the frame due to warping and other issues over time. Does upgrading windows add value to the house if I plan to re-sell? This home is in San Francisco Bay Area where home prices are generally through the roof.
2006-06-29 06:39:55 · 7 answers · asked by Paladin_Slayer 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Yes, it will add value since the house is already having upgrades done to it. Heating is not an issue (LOL) but I assume AC probably is? Even in beautiful SF you must get some bad weather once in a while and better sealing windows will help. You don't say which direction your windows face, but the new energy-efficient windows will keep the sun from overheating the house as much, also. If you are any kind of a handy person, read up on it and try to do it yourself. It really is not that hard and will save you a tremendous amount of installation money. The most important thing is to make sure you get all of your measurements absolutely correct, since especially in older houses, windows are not standard sizes and you will probably need to special order. Good luck.
2006-06-29 06:49:10 · answer #1 · answered by Yahzmin ♥♥ 4ever 7 · 7⤊ 1⤋
Adding new windows will definitely add value to your home. You will improve 3 things; the look of the home, the functionality of the windows, and the energy efficiency of the home.
The biggest question you need to ask is how difficult it will be to adapt the new windows to your current exterior and interior. Many of the newer replacement windows are designed with an outer flange that will reduce the impact to the outside of the house. You will need to look into what it will take to repair both the outside and the inside of the house once the new windows are in.
Also, consider using Low E glass for your windows. You will get additional energy cost savings with those.
2006-06-29 06:46:34 · answer #2 · answered by Don K 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Don't change the windows. They don't make them as they used to, and wooden windows have many benefits over any other. It adds value to the house that it looks authentic, historic and beautiful. You can repair them by having a specialised craftsman rub them with sandpaper and paint them again, and repair local damages.
2006-06-29 06:45:25 · answer #3 · answered by cpinatsi 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
New windows will ABSOLUTELY add resale value to your home. If you do get them -- opt for "old - looking" replacements to keep the original feel, but also reap the benefits of new windows.
2006-06-29 06:44:25 · answer #4 · answered by Lisa S 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Check out ply-gem triple sheet windows, they installed them on my house last year, they save us about $100.00 per month in energy bills so far. Cal Tech in Fresno sells them....
2006-06-29 09:30:57 · answer #5 · answered by JIM95340 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yes, particularly if you can get replacements that look like the originals.
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2006-06-29 06:45:16 · answer #6 · answered by Michael Myklin 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
most definitely go with the vinyl ones will also make it quiter in side
2006-06-29 06:45:57 · answer #7 · answered by Charles W 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋