The 5 worst reasons to replace windows

We Need New Windows – Reason #1

Some people have excessive condensation - we need new windows

Code requirement?

Nope.

Surprisingly to some, there is no strict legal requirement that windows or doors be free from condensation or frost.

Condensation = new windows?

Not necessarily.

CMHC says start by controlling interior humidity.

(not installing new windows)

Furthermore, new windows and doors, besides being expensive, are not guaranteed to be condensation free.

Fenestra can verify existing windows and doors are functioning as intended. If necessary, Fenestra can rehabilitate windows and doors back to (or beyond) original air and water tightness at a fraction of the cost of new windows.

So, if you think you need new windows (or doors) because some residents have excess condensation,

Call Fenestra ...because maybe you don’t.

We Need New Windows – Reason #2

Our windows are cold – we need to save energy.

Yes, absolutely, new windows will save energy.

But not cost effectively, it's not even close.

In fact, it’s roughly a 100 year payback.

Upgrade from existing 20+ year old windows to typical new aluminum windows.

In high-rises, new aluminum windows cost about $225/ft^2

By insulating better, they save about $2/ft^2/yr (heating with $0.15/kWh electricity)

That’s about a 100 year payback,

...if the sealed glass lasts that long - but it won’t.

Notes: Paybacks are shorter in low-rise buildings(Installed cost low-rise windows normally lower than for high-rise windows) Paybacks are longer in gas heated buildings. (gas normally less expensive than electricity)

Fenestra, based on your building's characteristics, can give you a better idea of your potential payback.

We Need New Windows – Reason #3

Our windows are drafty – we need to save energy.