Do New Windows Really Save You Money? What's The ROI?

When considering energy-efficient windows, the big question is "Will they save me money?" Jeff shares a real-life example to answer that question. He breaks down the benefits of upgrading to energy-efficient windows, including potential savings on your energy bills, improved comfort, and increased home value.

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[mrsduddlycross]

My first home was built in 1952, had the original windows, no AC and was on a very busy road. I hated the noise and it was always too hot or too cold. We made the decision to replace the windows after a heat wave where it reached 114°. I never thought about if they would pay for themselves or not. The improvement to the quality of our lives was worth every penny! I would put window replacement on the top of my list of most satisfying home improvement projects.

[jasonwells]

We just had our windows replaced last week. Our house is already warmer than it has ever been at this time of year. I believe our utility bill will be reduced this year.

[josefernandez]

Thanks Jeff. Always appreciate your videos. My #1 reason for wanting energy-efficient windows is to keep the cold out so we feel comfortable. We don't have a big place. A small townhouse. I didn't have a good experience with my last windows purchase. I researched the top efficient windows closest to me and I purchased the 2nd one from the top in a casement with the best glass and argon, etc the works. I spent 6k for 2 windows installed which I thought was kind of steep. They looked beautiful. I purchased them in May of last year. For heat, I was happy with them, but as soon as the cold weather came in, I was unpleasantly surprised. I was feeling cold. Colder than my 17 year old windows I replaced! I was thinking maybe it was the installation. I called the company. They came and put a bandaid on it. After that it was still cold. So I decided to pay a different company to reinstall the window and spray the inside of the frame with filler for windows. I thought that would di it. Nope. After trying everything I could. I narrowed the draft down to the glass itself. I was feeling the draft right where the glass meets the frame. I ended up putting plastic film around the window trim on new windows! These were double glass extra thick glass. Supposed u factor was .19. on paper. and .02 air filtration rating. I feel that it was a scam. Either they sold me a counterfeit window or the window just sucks and the claims are false.The window is Ideal 3000 series. Vinyl window. So that was my experience. I don't know what to make of it. I tried the windows experts site before this purchase but there weren't any of those companies near where I live. So Jeff is it possible that a highly rated window could let air in thru the glass or did they sell me a fake?

[alvinsmith]

Jeff, you forgot something....There's no price on the quality work and customer service you provide. That adds up quickly on your ROI.

[shubinternet]

So, my question is how energy efficient are the windows you showed us last time, that were designed for reducing sound transmission? What about the STC window? Is that also energy efficient?

[ricklafrance]

Custom building a home in San Jacinto county between Huntsville and Livingston, is that too far out? Also, what is lead time on windows these days? I am debating on ordering when I break ground versus ordering post frame (actually planning to use Omniblock). Also standard sizes is mason block multiples going to be an issue 8x8x16?

[shubinternet]

And what about Hurricane and tornado resistance? For the sound treatment windows? For the energy efficient windows?