What To Know About Replacing Windows and Shutters
You know what to expect when you put plantation shutters in your Fort Myers home: fashionable looks, fantastic light control, and great insulation for a comfier home. But what happens if disaster strikes, resulting in you needing to replace your window? What needs to happen with your shutters?
Luckily, we can help. This is what you should know about what replacing a window means for your shutters.
You don’t need to replace your shutters when you replace your window
Maybe the question we’re asked the most about shutters and replacing windows is if you can replace your windows without having to replace your shutters. The answer in nearly all cases is yes you can! It’s very uncommon that your shutters will get in the way of replacing a window pane, and even in those rare instances they’re easy to detach from the bracket affixed to the frame and can be reinstalled after the replacement is done.
There’s always the possibility of the odd case where your new windows could interfere with your custom shutters, like if you’re installing tilt-in sash windows or casement windows. If that’s the case, you may still be able to keep your shutters. Our expert installers can come up with a solution to accomodate the new windows, whether it’s a different frame or changing the mount on your shutters.
With The Right Shutters, You Might Not Have To Replace Your Windows
Why are you replacing your windows? If your window is broken or is starting to crack, that makes sense. But what if you’re in the market for a new window just because you need more effective insulation, or a better looking window?
If that’s the reason, what you might really be in the market for is a better window treatment. A window treatment designed for energy efficiency like Polywood faux wood shutters can offer you better control over your home temperature than installing a double-pane window. With shutters, you can update the look of your windows, with a lot less hassle.
In addition, installing shutters is a more profitable home investment, because they are an architectural feature that add real appraisal value to your entire home.
There’s No Extra Work Required to Install Shutters
Some Fort Myers homeowners think that you need to replace your windows, frame, or trim in order to have shutters put in. That’s definitely not true. Even if your windows have a unique shape, way of opening, or tilt a certain way, we can design shutters that operate perfectly together with your window setup. From a custom mount that complements your existing trim, to a custom build that makes room for an opening crank, there’s no extra work required.
