Everyone loves a good DIY project, and we have all tried to fix things on our own before seeking the help of a professional. You might think that completing that window replacement on your own could cost less, but some DIY instructional videos can lead you awry. You don’t want to get your window replacement instructions off Pinterest anyway. It’s not easy to replicate the quality of an expert, especially on a project as big as window installation. It is tempting to try, but there are far more benefits to hiring a professional for the job.
Professional Installers Have Professional Materials
Your windows’ look and insulation rely on the finest fiberglass, materials, and vinyl. Professionally-sourced vinyl is one of the best window options today, but it must work with other materials to protect you and your home. Interlocking sashes, perfectly-fitted window rails, and tightly-placed spacers are also needed for a window to be effective. Other cheap materials will be harder to maintain, more expensive, less energy-efficient, and require constant upkeep. Professional window installers have established relationships with a collection of suppliers who will provide them with the best prices for materials. This way, your budget stretches further, and you’ll enjoy your high-quality replacement for the next 20 years.
They Are Equipped with the Right Tools
It takes a lot of tools to conduct a window replacement. The project requires safety glasses, caulk guns, waterproof shims, and power drills. The experts rely on high-quality sealants and adhering compounds to set the windows. They have dry glazing and cable netting tools that help to achieve a sleek, compressed fit. They also have the components they need to build the perfect miter joints. Each installer knows how to work with each of these tools safely and effectively. It takes particular skills to wield these tools and the experience of a professional who handles window installations every day to get the job done correctly. Injuries can happen, so professionals also rely on safety equipment that you might not own.
They Are Skilled, Trained, and Experienced
Replacing just one window is tedious, complicated work. Can you imagine what it would take to replace every window in your home? Different kinds of replacements require various skills to get the job done. A full-frame replacement needs an expert level of precision that can be difficult to achieve. A water-tight fit requires accurate sizing and choosing from thousands of different shades to achieve an exact palette match. A pocket-type installation is even more challenging because it requires you to make tiny adjustments around an opening that has shifted over the years.
One simple mistake can have lasting consequences, so window replacement is better suited for trained and experienced professionals. Installing flashing properly prevents water intrusion, and if it is done incorrectly, your utility bills could go up, insect infestation could occur, or windowsill mold will appear. Windows are also heavy and can easily be broken. Handling their weight is a skill that takes professionals years to perfect.
DIY Windows Are Expensive
When it comes to window replacements, DIY materials and equipment can cost more than a professional installation. Along with the windows, you’ll need to buy insulation, minimal expanding foam, shims, tools, a window sash kit, a replacement insert mount, liners, and sash weights. Precise depth measurements are also needed for the replacement, so you will be required to purchase furring stripes and sanding equipment. Clear window glass is also a hazardous material to work with, so you will also need to buy protective gear. Professional installation of a single hung window costs $170 to $360, a far lower price than you’ll pay for replacement kits and tools. If you happen to have a caulk gun and power drill lying around the house, you might be able to beat the cost of a professional installation, but what you’ll pay to maintain those windows could cost more.
Saves Time for You
Remember that your windows need to be installed according to local building codes, which might require you to apply for building regulations approval. This process alone can take many hours that you could spend on other things. We will replace your windows, and you won’t lose your weekend sweeping up broken glass. When you choose a professional installation, your installer will finish your project in hours. Installing windows yourself can take you an entire weekend and lead to blunders that might leave you with a gaping hole in your wall for days, exposing you to unwanted guests. The professionals at WindowFits will get it right the first time, ensuring that you will not have to give up another weekend to fix mistakes that can occur during self-installation.
Anyone can fit a window, but that doesn’t mean they should. You pay for skills that have taken a lifetime to perfect when hiring a professional. The professionals at WindowFits are here to replace your windows, so you don’t have to. Call us at (951) 677-2593 or check out our website to get a free estimate today!