Has the time come to replace the windows in your home, and you're not sure what material you should use? Know that vinyl windows are still a great choice for any home due to the following reasons.

Insulation

One reason that you want to go with vinyl instead of an aluminum window is because of the heat transfer properties of vinyl. If it's cold outside, an aluminum window frame is going to feel cold as well. All of that cold temperature is then going to radiate on the inside of your home, making it feel cold near your windows. This increases your energy use, which costs you more money over time. 

A vinyl window is very well insulated. It is not going to transfer hot or cold temperatures to the inside of your home like aluminum, which helps your home stay at the proper temperature all year round. 

Sound Dampening

Many people assume that the glass is what does all the work of dampening outside sounds and preventing them from getting into your home. While double or triple-pane glass can certainly help, know that the window frame material has a lot to do with it as well. 

A vinyl window does a great job at dampening the sound from outside your home, and is on par with a wood window. When compared to a cheaper material like aluminum, you can really hear the difference between the two. If you live on a busy street or have a lot of foot traffic, you'll need sound dampening properties to improve the comfort of your home.

Maintenance

Do you want windows that you can install and forget about? This is one of the nice benefits of using vinyl. There is not much that needs to be done to keep the windows looking great over the year, expect to clean them when they get dirty and that's about it. There is no need to paint or seal the material to keep it in great shape, since it naturally can withstand the test of time.

Cost

Know that vinyl windows are going to be a very cost-effective solution for buying replacement windows. Vinyl windows are certainly a lot less money than buying wood windows, and vinyl still has a lot of benefits over cheaper materials that make it worthwhile to purchase. 

Reach out to a local window contractor (for example, Applied Building Services) for more information on vinyl windows. 

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