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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]OP, my contractor told me NOT to get replacement windows. He advised adding storms to the outside because my old wooden windows (original to the house) were drafty. I did, and the house is much warmer. He said replacement windows are a scam, and that they really don't save you much money on your heating/cooling bills. The best way to save money is to insulate your attic. If the floor is open, you can add four to six inches of insulation, and count on saving quite a bit on your heating bills. Plus, if you have nice wooden windows, replacement windows are not that nice looking. I had to replace one window that was completely rotted out, but I bought nice storms for the rest of the windows, and I'm happy with my easier and much cheaper choice. I didn't insulate the attic because mine is floored and the ceiling is finished. But if my attic were open, that's where I'd spend my money to try to save on heat. [/quote] Storms are ugly. Storms are not as good as new windows. Older wood windows may have lead paint so they should not be sanded at home. It is an option but they make cheaper windows that are nice if you have a standard size. Like our Marvin's but I would not buy them again for the price. [/quote]
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