Looking for the Best Replacement Windows for the Money? Here Are Our Tips for Finding Them
As a homeowner, you’re often faced with unexpected expenses keeping your home looking and functioning at its best. Replacing your windows can be a major investment—but just choosing the lowest-cost option is typically not the best decision, as higher-quality windows may help you save money in the long run. Even so, we’re often asked: What are the best replacement windows for my money?
As experts in window installation services, our team here at Xtreme Exteriors makes it a priority to know the industry well. We work with a wide variety of top-quality brands, and we’re known for making thoughtful recommendations based on the specific needs of our customers—not just pushing one favorite brand. So in today’s post, we’re sharing a few recommendations on how homeowners can get the best replacement windows for their money. Let’s get started!
Overall Best Replacement Windows for the Money: Mezzo, by Alside
For our windows team here at Xtreme Exteriors, our most recommended brand for homeowners on a budget is Mezzo, by Alside. The Mezzo brand of windows is a vinyl product line with dual-pane insulated glass that is thermally optimized and comes with an Energy Star rating.
There are several qualities to like about these windows, including:
- Vinyl framing, which helps to cut down significantly on cost
- Excellent energy efficiency, performing exceptionally well for a double-pane window (as opposed to triple-pane, which typically receives higher energy efficiency ratings)
- Wide range of customization options
- Improved warp resistance compared to other vinyl windows
Best for Your Budget May Not Be Best for Your Money
All that said, while we do frequently recommend Mezzo windows, they’re far from the only option homeowners have. For example, we know that many homeowners are hoping to install replacement windows that are not vinyl, as this is not always the preferred material for many customers. Some may want aluminum or even natural wood, and thus will need to look to other brands.
In addition, while your current budget may be limited, there’s also an important consideration when it comes to evaluating how well these windows will perform over their lifespan. This is the overall value of your windows, not just your budget. The value of your windows will depend on several factors, including:
- The upfront cost of the product, as well as the installation cost, which may differ depending on the products you choose.
- The expected lifespan of your replacement windows, as the longer the windows last, the greater the cost-efficiency you’ll achieve.
- The product or installation warranties that may apply to your new windows, which may apply in the event of unexpected problems or storm damage.
- Their performance in terms of energy efficiency, as this can help you save money on heating and cooling.
Price Shop Your Windows to Maximize Your Budget
One reason why homeowners may start searching for the best replacement windows for the cost is that they’ve been quoted a particularly high price for windows they were interested in. This is fairly common, and we often speak to homeowners who have gotten quotes from some of the biggest installation names in the industry and assumed this was just the going rate for windows.
However, it’s always important to price shop for windows. In many cases, you’ll be quoted a relatively high window installation cost from big-name brands due to the convenience of working with them. But homeowners can often save money by working with local contractors who have just as much experience in window installation—they just don’t have the name-brand recognition.
In other words, your window replacement budget may go farther than you expect if you shop around.
Xtreme Exteriors Can Help You Choose the Best Windows!
At Xtreme Exteriors, we don’t believe in one-size-fits-all solutions. Our team of home exterior remodeling experts have years of experience in window installation covering major brands like Pella, Andersen, and many more. Across every window installation or replacement project, our top priority is always to help homeowners get the best solutions for their needs.
If you’re looking for the best replacement windows for the cost, Xtreme Exteriors can help! Reach out to us online or stop by the showroom nearest you to get started:
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