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With Houston’s hot, humid weather, air conditioning is a must-have. But electricity isn’t free, and no one wants to pay more for air conditioning than they absolutely have to. And that’s where replacement windows and doors come in.
If your windows and doors are old and inefficient, it’s highly likely that 25 to 30 percent of the cooled (or warmed) air created by your HVAC system is escaping into the great outdoors. Not only is that a significant amount of wasted energy, it’s also a lot of money out of your pocket.
Are your windows old enough that they’re single paned? Do you feel a draft when you stand in your front entryway? If so, get in touch with a Best Pick window and door replacement company in Houston for help!
Once you make the decision to spring for new windows—whether you’re replacing just a few or a whole house of them—you’ll find that you’ll need to make several more decisions.
Double pane or triple pane? Argon or krypton? Wood, aluminum, or vinyl? What about fiberglass? Do you want to trade your double-hung windows for casement style? What about sliding windows?
You have a lot to think about, so let’s take a look at your options:
Double or triple pane. Most window companies in Houston will steer you toward double-pane windows, and that’s probably the best direction to take. Triple-pane windows are significantly more expensive and are more common in areas that experience extremely cold winters.
Insulating gas. In all likelihood, you won’t have much of a choice to make when it comes to the insulating gas used in new double-pane windows, but understanding what’s on the market is worthwhile. Argon and krypton are both inert, completely nontoxic gasses that provide better insulation between window panes than air.
Argon is the more cost-effective choice, but you may find some windows that are insulated with a combination of both argon and krypton. Either way, you’ll see a decrease in your energy costs after your new windows are installed.
Window material. Replacement windows are available in a wide range of materials, so this decision point is one where you’ll have lots of options. For the hot Houston climate, vinyl or fiberglass windows will be your best bet.
Composite and wood windows are also great options, but they tend to be on the pricier end of the scale. Aluminum windows are low maintenance and cost effective, but they don’t provide as much insulating value as synthetic materials.
Window style. Double-hung windows are a classic choice (and most are designed to tilt out, making them easy to clean), but consider the architectural style of your house before signing on the dotted line. Casement and sliding windows complement the style of contemporary or midcentury-modern homes, while bay and bow windows match a more traditional aesthetic.
Similar to choosing windows, selecting a new door often comes down to your personal preferences, the style of your house, and the size of your budget. Since the Texas coast experiences some pretty rough storms, however, most Houston door companies offer impact doors as an additional option.
Impact doors have several advantages:
If the image in your head when you think of impact doors is a little more institutional than you’d prefer for your home, you’ll be pleasantly surprised to learn that fiberglass, wood, and steel can all be impact rated—just ask your contractor for advice and options.
The survey team at Best Pick Reports contacts Houston homeowners each year to identify the best window and door replacement companies in the Houston metro area. To maintain their status as a Best Pick, each company must pass our qualifying process every year.
Looking through online search results can be overwhelming, so we organize the results of our objective research in a clear, user-friendly website to make finding the right contractor simple and quick. Need new windows? Want to replace your front door with something more energy efficient? Contact a Best Pick window and door replacement company in Houston to get your project started!