Makes Replacement Windows Part of Your Small Bathroom Renovation

Lancaster homeowners know that bathroom renovation, even for a small bathroom, not only makes the bathroom look better but raises the property value of your home. Before you commit to any new small bathroom renovation schemes, take a long, hard look at the windows. They may need replacing. Replacement windows Lancaster PA will wind up saving you money in the long run.

When Windows Need Replacing

Bathroom windows need replacing for obvious and not so obvious reasons. Obvious reasons would be for breaks, looseness or cracks. Windows play an important part in controlling mildew and mold growth in bathrooms. If the window cannot be easily opened, then it will not be able to help dry the bathroom out when it is wet.

Windows also need replacing when the heating or cooling bills go up. The old windows are letting in outside air, which can change the whole temperature of the house. Even if a draft cannot be felt around the window, check to see if condensation forms inside of the window pane. If it does, then the window needs replacing.

Make a Bathroom Diagram

In order to help your contractor help you, take time to make a small map of the bathroom. Note how large the floor is and mark where fixtures are including the windows. Show this to the prospective contractor so he or she can give you an accurate estimate. Consider choosing a slightly larger sized window for a new window.

Start keeping a clip folder or online document showing pictures of bathrooms you admire. Painting the window frames a different color helps give a whole new feel to the bathroom. Consider getting new curtains and blinds to help blend in better with the new design and color scheme.

Zephyr Thomas
Lancaster, PA 17603
Phone: 717-399-4708
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