Basement windows have a far less life expectancy than do the other windows of your home. Generally the location of the basement windows exposes them to more snow cover or greater rain coverage. These areas are also generally in less lighted areas and are susceptible to different aging than that of other windows.

New windows obviously look better, but they are also more energy efficient. Basement windows can often be over looked when considering the efficiency of your home energy loss. This is again based on their location. Some are very difficult to get to or even see depending on the age of the house and the original set up of your home. New basement windows can also be a bit safer to your homes security. An old single pane window is far less secure and easier to break into that is a double or triple paned window. Using vinyl windows for the replacement of your basement windows also means that you never need to paint them. So there upkeep is simply low maintenance.

New windows in the basement are a great deterrent for rodent infestation in your home as well. New windows keep out birds, rodents and a variety of bugs. Vinyl windows will never rust, so they are a great chose in snow and rain climates.

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