1. Consistency in Performance

By replacing all your windows at once, you can ensure that every window in your home is of the same quality and performance level. If you were to replace windows one by one, it’s likely that you would have a mix of old and new windows, resulting in inconsistencies in insulation, noise reduction, and overall efficiency. We offer a wide range of high-quality, energy-efficient windows that can be tailored to suit your specific needs and preferences.

2. Energy Efficiency

Replacing all your windows at once allows you to take full advantage of the latest energy-saving technologies and materials. New windows are designed to be highly energy-efficient, with improved insulation and advanced glazing options that reduce heat transfer and drafts. By replacing all your windows, you can ensure maximum energy savings throughout your home, resulting in lower utility bills and increased comfort year-round.

3. Enhanced Aesthetic Appeal

Replacing all your windows at once also presents an opportunity to enhance the overall aesthetic appeal of your home. Updating your windows can instantly transform the look and feel of both the interior and exterior of your house. We offer a wide range of window styles, colours, and finishes, allowing you to choose windows that complement your home’s architectural style and reflect your personal taste.

4. Convenience and Cost Savings

While replacing all your windows at once might seem like a larger upfront investment, it can actually save you time and money in the long run. By replacing all windows at once, you can minimize repetitive disruptions to your daily routine and depending on the company, save yourself an installation fee for every window. Even better, we offer financing options with our Smart Pay programs, helping you manage the cost of window replacement and making it a more feasible option for many homeowners.

When it comes to window replacement, choosing to replace all your windows at once can offer numerous benefits and advantages. From consistent performance and enhanced energy efficiency to improved aesthetic appeal and cost savings, it’s clear that there’s a compelling case for whole-home window replacement. So, if you’re considering upgrading your windows, give us a call or fill out our contact form to schedule a free, no obligation consultation to further explore how replacing your windows can transform your home for the better. We offer window and door replacement services in the Greater Vancouver Area, the Fraser Valley, Victoria, Nanaimo, Campbell River, and the Okanagan.

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To fully prepare for your consultation, we recommend taking these steps:

1. Research and find inspiration.

Begin by gathering inspiration and ideas for your window project. Look through home design magazines, websites, and social media platforms for ideas on different window styles, materials, and finishes. Look at windows in your neighbourhood and take photographs of the ones you like. Pay attention to the architectural style of your home and consider how new windows can complement it. Make a list of features and functions that are important to you, such as operable or non-operable, noise reduction, energy efficiency, or privacy.

2. Identify problem areas and goals.

Identify any specific issues or problem areas related to your current windows. Is there a room that lacks natural light? Are you struggling with drafts or noise disturbance? By pinpointing these concerns, you can communicate them to your Design Consultant, ensuring that your needs are addressed.

Next, decide on your goals for the project. Do you want to improve the curb appeal of your home? Increase energy efficiency? Create a more open and spacious feeling indoors? This will help your consultant understand your vision and offer tailored solutions.

3. Determine your budget.

Figure out your budget for this project. Having a clear idea of your budget will help the consultant narrow down the available choices and suggest the most suitable window solutions for your needs. If you’re interested in financing, please ask about our Smart Pay programs.

4. Prepare your questions.

The design consultation is an opportunity for you to gather information. Preparing a list of questions to ask the consultant is always a good idea. For example, you may want to enquire about the quality of the materials, the warranty coverage, or the timeline for the project. Having questions ready will ensure you get all the information you need to make an informed decision.

5. Prepare the area.

Before the consultation, ensure the space around any windows or patio doors being discussed is clear. Remove any furniture, curtains, or blinds that might obstruct the consultant from seeing the windows or patio doors clearly and taking accurate measurements. This will allow for a more efficient and productive consultation.

6. Schedule the consultation.

We’d love to arrange a time for us to come talk with you about replacing your windows or patio doors. While in-person consultations are best, virtual consultations are also an option. During the consultation, we’ll design your new windows or patio doors, confirm product sizes and specifications, review our installation process from start to finish, and provide an information package and a full quote.

By following these steps, you will be well-prepared for your design consultation. If you aren’t able to follow all of them, please don’t worry. Remember, our experts are here to guide you through the process, answer your questions, and help you achieve the window transformation of your dreams. Ready to take the first step? Give us a call or fill out our contact form to schedule a free, no-obligation consultation. We offer window and door replacement services in the Greater Vancouver Area, the Fraser Valley, Victoria, Nanaimo, Campbell River, and the Okanagan.

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1. Choose Your Materials Wisely, Especially in B.C.

The most common choices for a window are either wood or vinyl. So, it might come as a surprise that the best material option for a frame is actually neither. Vinyl might be great because it’s low maintenance, but it’s also prone to cracks that result in the whole window needing to be replaced. And while wood is a long-time favourite, modern wooden frames degrade quickly, particularly in harsher, wetter environments like the Pacific Northwest.

This is why Renewal by Andersen created Fibrex. Fibrex presents all of the sturdiness of a wooden frame, with the low-maintenance upkeep of a vinyl frame. It won’t chip or crack, and it won’t degrade any time soon. Fibrex is forever, almost!

Fibrex also allows for narrower frames, giving you more glass, wider views, and more light. It can even be given the appearance of a painted wooden finish to maintain that rustic woodwork feel.

2. Aesthetics are Key

Homeowners get about 73% of their replacement window investment back when they resell the house, according to a National Association of Realtors’ Cost Versus Value study. Choose the wrong windows, though, and replacements can detract from home value.

“Like custom kitchens and original wood flooring, windows are important architectural features,” says North Vancouver realtor Amy Mackey-Hornack. “Replace them with a cheaper product, and you downscale the house.”

In addition, cheaper windows at big box stores don’t have the colour options that allow you to match your trim. This is where a quality Fibrex option really shines; you get the low maintenance of vinyl without sacrificing aesthetics with a plain matte finish.

3. Hire Licensed and Insured Professionals who Only do Windows

This should never need to be said when it comes to any sort of home improvement, but the truth is it usually does: always go for a licensed and insured professional who specializes in the task at hand. Always.

A poor installation will cost you far, far more than the money you save on a cheap job. You might create a hole in your vapour barrier, ending up with gaps around your windows that allow in insects in summer and rack up your heating bills in winter. It will cost you more upfront, but the time, money, and hassle you save in the long term more than make up for it.

This ⁠plays back into the point above—a poorly installed window will absolutely affect the value of your property. Nobody’s going to want to pay a premium price for a place that has poorly installed windows.

4. Know What the Manufacturer’s Warranty is

Winters in B.C. can be harsh. It’s why you need quality materials, why you need a professional whose focus is windows, and why you need to ensure you’re getting at least a two-year installation warranty.

Most big box stores simply don’t offer a warranty on installation. Those that do may only do so for a few months.

• Go with a specialist window replacement company. They’re more likely to have the extended warranties you require to get the most out of your purchase.
• Go for a company that’s been around for a long time with a strong reputation. You want to make sure that the company is actually going to be around for the time it takes to honour the warranty itself.

Your windows are going to be exposed to some harsh weather conditions and they need to stand the test of time. Don’t risk it.

5. Don’t Choose a Window Based Solely on Price

This point has already been made, but here we’ll stress it again: don’t skimp on the cost.

Having a budget is obviously going to keep your options targeted, but always keep in mind that you’ll get what you pay for. If you go for the cheapest option to start with, be prepared to fix it again in the foreseeable future. Generally, you should only need to replace windows once or twice in your lifetime. It shouldn’t come up that often. Spending a bit more on it today will help ensure that it’s only once in a lifetime, not two, or three, or four.

Do your research to find out why some features and glass options cost more than others. Weigh the long-term benefits against the short-term investment. When in doubt, focus on the long-term value over the cost. If it’s time to replace your windows or doors, give us a call or fill out our contact form to schedule a consultation. We offer window replacement services in the Greater Vancouver Area, the Fraser Valley, Victoria, Nanaimo, and Campbell River.

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Installing windows yourself can be a task filled with many problems, from the size of your window opening to improper sealing, alignment, caulking and flashing adherence. To get the most out of new windows, you’ll want to have quality installation work performed by professionals.

When you hire Renewal by Andersen, you can count on:

• Professional results: Our installation experts have been trained extensively in the art of window installation and can ensure that your windows are installed with care and precision.

• High Quality Products: With Renewal by Andersen, you can choose from exclusive materials such as Fibrex® and custom-made windows that fit each home’s unique needs. With DIY, you’re limited to off-the-shelf products or online orders that could get damaged during shipping.

• Savings on Installation Cost: Do-it-yourself installation may save you money in the short-term, but it requires having certain skills and purchasing the necessary tools. More importantly, mistakes when doing it yourself can be expensive to fix. Specialists have all the necessary equipment and guarantee their workmanship.

• Safe Installation: When you need to replace upper-story windows, hiring professionals like us will help ensure the job is done safely. A DIY approach can be dangerous.

Renewal by Andersen is the longest-running window and patio door brand in North America, trusted by homeowners for over a century. We pride ourselves on being customer-centric and providing superior service with our products. We offer window replacement services in the Greater Vancouver Area, the Fraser Valley, Victoria, Nanaimo, and Campbell River. Give us a call today and schedule your free consultation with our team of experts.

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Here are six things you can do to prepare your home for fall:

1. Check your roof and gutters

It’s a good idea to look over your roof and gutters now before winter sets in. Look for any shingles that are bent, cracked or missing, and replace them. Check for leaks in these areas as well as around chimneys and skylights. While you’re up there, clear the leaves and debris from your gutters while the weather is still good.

2. Clear your yard

To protect your backyard furniture from the cold, clean and cover it and store in a dry place. Move grills, barbeques and other outdoor tools such as lawnmowers into a shed or garage. Disconnect and drain your outside hose while you’re at it.

3. Get your HVAC serviced

This time of year, it’s a good idea to get your heating and air-conditioning system inspected and serviced. You don’t want to be stuck with a dirty filter that will let allergens into the air around your home during the cooler months. If you have ceiling fans, reverse direction to a clockwise motion to create an updraft to move warm air down.

4. Clean and weatherproof outside surfaces

Summer’s end is the last chance to rent a power washer you’ll need to clean your patio, driveway, deck and home exterior. You should also renew weatherproofing on decks, fences, and other exterior structures as well as insulate any pipes in unheated locations.

5. Check your home’s exterior for cracks

Take care of the exterior of your house before the fall rains, winter snows, and spring melt have their way. Openings in the structure can let water in where it will freeze, resulting in cracks and mold. Caulk around the areas where masonry meets siding and where pipes or wires enter the house before it gets too cold.

6. Check window and door seals

To save money on heating and cooling costs, check your windows and doors for drafts. Apply weather stripping or caulk around the frames to cut down on drafts. Make sure the seal between your garage door and the ground is tight too, to prevent drafts and small animals from entering. While you’re at it, clean windows of summer grime before cold weather sets in.

Renewal by Andersen offers a wide range of window and patio doors that can improve the look, feel, and functionality of your home. Whether you’re looking for new windows to make your home comfortable and energy-efficient or want an upgrade that will increase the value of your property, Renewal by Andersen provides premier products and installation services.

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1. USE FANS

Ceiling fans, table fans, and tower fans all help to circulate air throughout the home. Fans are a more affordable option than air conditioning because they use significantly less energy.

2. USE AWNINGS OR SHUTTERS ON SOUTH AND WEST-FACING WINDOWS

Window awnings can reduce solar heat gain in the summer by up to 65% on south-facing windows and 77% on west-facing windows. These outdoor window treatments still have the benefit of allowing a breeze to pass through open windows.

3. CHECK FOR AIR LEAKS

Doors, windows, vents and other openings in your home, even small cracks in your home’s foundation, can let in the heat. Make sure all doors and windows are properly weather-stripped, and consider installing an energy efficient door sweep on all exterior doors to create an airtight seal, preventing cool air from escaping.

4. USE LIGHT COLOURED PAINT

Use light colours on the walls and floors of rooms that face south and west. Additionally, painting your home’s exterior in white or light colours will reflect most of the sun’s heat away.

5. USE WINDOW COVERINGS

You can keep the heat out by using shades and blinds to control sunlight coming into your home during the hottest part of the day. However, keep coverings pulled back during cooler times to let in air flow. Try to create a cross-breeze by keeping multiple windows open.

6. INCREASE YOUR GREEN SPACE

During hot weather, grass, trees, and plants lower air temperature significantly. Water them regularly. Water also lowers air temperature. A misting system is an efficient way of watering plants while keeping water use, and temperatures, low.

7. REPLACE SINGLE-PANE GLASS

Double-pane glass significantly reduces heat transfer due to the insulating air space between the glass layers, making it especially good for south and west-facing rooms.

Helping you find the right windows to make your home comfortable while still enjoying the view is what Renewal by Andersen does best. We offer window replacement services in the Greater Vancouver Area, the Fraser Valley, Victoria, Nanaimo, and Campbell River. Give us a call today and schedule your free consultation with our team of experts.

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1. Before moving furniture and items, you may want to take a photo so you can remember where everything is placed.
2. Clear all furniture and obstacles from around the window and/or door areas by at least 2-3 feet or take everything out of the area if you prefer. If large items are near the window, protect them with drop cloths. Remember to use furniture pads or blankets when moving items to prevent scratches and dents.
3. Cut back any branches or shrubs that interfere with accessing a window or door.
4. Remove window coverings such as curtains, blinds and shutters to prevent damage during installation. Remove curtain rods from windows if possible. If not, make sure to cover them to protect from dust and debris.
5. Remove picture frames or wall art on the same wall as the windows and doors to prevent potential damage from vibrations.
6. Cover or remove decorative items, breakables, and plants. If it’s not possible to move them out of the way completely, put them in drawers or closets so they’re out of sight.
7. Remove any electrical cords that run through the area being worked on. Make sure there is a clear path for traffic in and out of your home during installation.
8. Disarm and disconnect any alarms that are connected to your windows or doors.
9. Clean the areas surrounding the window so that dust and pollen won’t mix with caulk and sealants.
10. Protect your floors. To prepare for all that dust, cover your floor with drop cloths.
11. Close off rooms where work will be taking place so that dust doesn’t get into other parts of your home.
12. Keep children and pets out of the way for their safety.

Upon completion, our installation team will conduct a homeowner walk-through review. This is our way of ensuring we have delivered a 10/10 experience for you! We offer window replacement services in the Greater Vancouver Area, the Fraser Valley, Victoria, Nanaimo, and Campbell River. Give us a call today and schedule your free consultation with our team of experts.

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How Passive Ventilation Works

Passive ventilation makes use of your home’s doors, windows, vents, and other openings to bring fresh air indoors and let stale air out. The placement of the openings determines how much cool air can circulate through your home. For instance, when you’re going to cool the interiors of your home, the windows and other openings on the upper levels of your home can be opened to let out the warm air. 

What You Need to Consider

You can make full use of passive ventilation if your home’s openings can be opened easily and are unobstructed in some way. To maximize airflow, you can work with a trusted door and window contractor to work out a plan on renovating the walls in your home to have high vents or other similar openings in between rooms. 

Passive ventilation is as simple as opening your larger windows to the breeze on one side then opening the smaller and higher windows on the other side. This is to ensure the warm air is pushed out as the cool air rushes in. To fully notice the effects of passive ventilation, your home should be ventilated for around 15 minutes every day five times a week. Take note of some of the windows you have in your home, as some can be even more effective than others. For instance, side-opening windows are great for catching breezes and redirect them towards your home.

As a trusted window company in the area, you can count on Renewal by Andersen of British Columbia for your next installation! If you live in Delta, Vancouver, and the surrounding BC areas, call us today at (604) 373-9984 or online through our contact form.

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A professional window company shares some tips to help improve the ventilation inside your home:

Windows Should Occupy At Least Five Percent of the Floor Area

As a rule of thumb, the area of windows and other building openings should be at least five percent of the total floor area of each living space or room. For places with higher moisture levels, such as bathrooms and kitchens, the windows should occupy more floor space.

Ventilate the House for At Least 15 Minutes 

According to a window contractor, a house needs to be ventilated at least 15 minutes, five times each week in order for passive ventilation to be effective. Keep in mind that windows, as well as other openings, on upper floors, allow sufficient air to escape as heat rises within your residential structure. This is also a good way to ventilate your home during long, hot days of the summer season.

Utilize Different Types of Windows to Enhance AirFlow

There are various styles of windows available on the market today. Make sure to smartly use them to properly guide air into your living space. For example, side-opening windows are better than awning windows at capturing breezes and drawing them into the house. In addition, ensure cross-ventilation in the ground floor to successfully control dampness issues.

Planning to give your exterior home an upgrade? Turn to Renewal by Andersen® of British Columbia for a smooth and stress-free experience! Our team offers professional sliding patio doors and replacement windows services to residential clients in and around Delta and Vancouver, BC. To set an appointment, call us at (604) 800-5176 or fill out this contact form.

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1. Clean the Windows Thoroughly

Get rid of watermarks, rotting wood and mold spots. These are just some of the common water damages that might have accumulated on your windows last winter. Feel free to hire a window company if the stains are too hard to clean.

2. Get Rid of Dark, Heavy Curtains

Dark, heavy curtains can help keep you warm and cozy during the cold winter months. Now that spring is here, however, switch to lighter, airy ones. Retaining your old winter curtains will only hinder airflow, increase humidity, and trap heat indoors.

3. Check for Damage

Watch out for mold buildups, rotten wood, and panel cracks, among others. These seemingly small issues can quickly worsen, spread out, and become a bigger, more expensive defect than they originally were. So make sure to have a window contractor address them right away.

Tip: Inspecting your windows during the cold winter months isn’t wrong. However,  it’s much easier to spot window damages and problems during spring because there’s no ice or snow to obstruct your repairs.

4. Decorate Windows With Indoor Plants

Bust out your favorite indoor plants and build a small garden by the windows. Apart from improving your home’s interior design, these can help get rid of unwanted odors by stimulating natural airflow and ventilation.

5. Consider Getting New Windows — If Needed

Have you been meaning to get a new set of replacement windows? Spring’s the best time to do so! Contractors get more daylight, the weather is always nice, and the warm temperature helps window caulk set faster.

For fast, reliable window replacement services, look no further than Renewal by Andersen! We do window replacement, repair, and installation. Dial (604) 800-5176 for bookings in or near Vancouver and Delta, BC. Customers can also book their free consultation or request a price quote through our online contact form.

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