Either you are remodeling your house or your house have seen the better days, one of the most important decisions a homeowner must make is between “new” and “replacement” in every part of your house, and that includes choosing the right windows for your home.
The dilemma in making the decision is hard and this article aims to help you decide based on your situation.
Here is the difference:
New Windows
New windows are usually the best option if the homeowner wants to change the size or shape of the current window opening and put a completely new window in its place. This can be costly compared to replacement and generally requires professional handling of the contractor to complete the installation and surrounding carpentry.
Although you cannot see much difference in price in purchasing new window, the additional labor and materials add to the overall price. A big advantage of new windows is that you wont have problems matching with the trims or frames and will have the freedom to completely change the appearance and feel of your home both inside and out.
Replacement Windows
Replacement windows requires removing the old windows without changing the existing surrounding trim or frame, and then replacing them with new windows or sash that are designed to fit right into the existing frame. Replacement windows itself doesn’t cost less than new windows, but since you will be using the old frames/opening, there will be less labor and materials involved in the installation, making the overall cost less.
Replacement windows are a great option budget-wise and when the existing frame is still in good condition. Obviously the savings on time and labor costs are helpful when budget and time frame is one of the considerations.
