What Every Homeowner Should Know About Window Replacement by Lou Manfredini (NAPSA)—Replacing the windows in your homeis a great way to increase both their energy efficiency andoverall ease of use. But how should you choose the best reLou Manfredini placement windows? Usethese tips to determine the best replacement window for you. Green Oneof the most important benefits of replacing your windowsis that your home’s energy efficiency will increase up to 70 percent. If you have old single-paned windows, today’s modern doublepaned windowswill eliminate the need for storm windows. Also, look for windows that meet ENERGY STAR’ guidelines. Material Strengths Replacement windows should be low maintenance, durable and continueto look good over time. Consider getting wood-clad windows, since wood is a durable material and a renewable resource. Extruded aluminum cladding on the exterior means even less maintenance since cladding does not needto be scraped or painted. Appearanceand Design Whether you are replacing your windows to have a whole new look or want to replicate the look of historic wood windows, it is important to choose from a range of options. One innovative replacement window that recently came out is the Ultimate Replacement Casement from Marvin Windows and Doors. Through the use of a commercial-grade hardware system, the Ultimate Replacement Case- This new casement window has a unique wash mode to make win- dow washing easy. ment has a unique wash mode that allows homeowners to wash the exterior of the window from the inside of their home. Reliability and Expertise With so many window manufacturers in the marketplace, how do you know whomto trust? Choose a window manufacturer that is well established and has an excellent reputation. Remember, selecting high-quality windowsis key, but having the right people installing those new windowsis an important consideration. To learn more about replacing your windows and the new and innovative Ultimate Replacement Casement window from Marvin Windowsand Doors, visit www.MarvinCasement.com or call (888) 537-8268. Lou Manfredini is a national home improvement expert, regular contributor to NBC’s “Today” show and host of the television show “House Smarts.”
