Replacement Windows Needed? Consider This

There are plenty of questions to go around about Rocklin, CA replacement windows. Is double or triple pane better? What brand is the best? What material works on which home? Many of the questions depend on goals, budget, and specific situations. However, the big questions often overshadow the installation. Once you decide what you want for your home, you may move forward with installation without a second thought. There are a few things you should consider about that process, however, so you can time it right.

Replacement Window Installation Is Messy

The right installer will do their best to limit the mess in your home, but dust and debris isn’t something you can avoid. You might want to remove area rugs, nearby tables, pictures, and other items near the windows that are getting replaced. Keep the entryway clear as well so the installers can get the windows in and out of the house. As you think about the mess the process will create, choose a convenient time for you. You might not want new windows right before a big party, for example.

Pets And Kids Are Dangerous

As much as many installers adore dogs, cats, other pets and children, they are in danger during the installation process if they are around. Pets tend to be scared of the extra noise and if the take a wrong step, they can be troublesome. IT’s best to keep them in someone else’s house or at least secluded in another room. Children, on the other hand, are very curious and they shouldn’t be around windows that have just been removed plus all of the tools and extra noise. If they’re home during the process, parents need to keep a close eye and keep them out of the picture as much as possible.

Anticipate The Unknown

Any replacement window project can come along with unknown circumstances and you need to prepare yourself for things that might come up. When a window comes out, the installers might find water damage or structural issues that need to be dealt with. You never know what weather the installers will run into, either. They won’t take a window out in the driving rain, for example. The safety of your home is important, so you need to be flexible about the installation process as it moves forward.

When you are choosing your Rocklin, CA replacement windows and asking questions about materials, glass packs and more, don’t forget about the inevitable installation. Ask those questions too so you are as prepared as possible when that time rolls around. The professionals at Southgate Glass do our best to walk you through the entire process so there are no surprises. Give us a call at (916) 476-8396 and let’s set up a free consultation to talk about any specifics you want to bring up. We’d also love to have you stop by our showroom at 6852 Franklin Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95823 to see replacement windows in person and start to imagine them on your home.