Before you get new windows for your home, consider your budget, the window style and material, and whether you can repair your existing windows.

If you’re preparing to sell your home, you may be eyeing its old windows and wondering if it’s worth replacing them before hanging out the For Sale sign. As with much else in life, the answer is a ...

Replacement window shopping involves time, patience, and the willingness to do the research. It also requires people-management skills—as in, how to say “no” and “good-bye” to a perky and persistent ...

On average, windows will last between 15 to 30 years, though the exact life span depends on several factors, including the type of glass, the quality and material of the frame, the local weather, and ...

Windows may need to be replaced due to age, damage, noise, energy efficiency or appearance. Some or all of the mortgage lenders featured on our site are advertising partners of NerdWallet, but this ...

Generally, windows have a lifespan of 15 to 20 years, before the seals start to break down and cause air leaks. Windows over 20 years old, are drafty, are hard to open, and show lots of wear will ...

With 35 million windows set to be replaced in homes this year, those who think the tradeout is as simple as a few minutes to plunk the same size window into an existing hole sealed with a bead of ...

Windows let the sun shine in, make rooms seem larger, and give a home a sense of style. They’re an important part of a home, so when they start to show their age, some experts say that instead of ...

We earn a commission from partner links on Forbes Home. Commissions do not affect our editors' opinions or evaluations. Getting a new set of windows for your home is the best. Not only can ...