There are many reasons that you may want to add a window to your home, whether you want to increase the amount of natural light or you want to improve the aesthetics of your home. Luckily, adding windows to your home can be done with the help of trusted professionals, such as the experienced team at Gilkey Windows & Exterior Solutions .
There are a few steps that need to be completed by a professional in order to add a window to your home.
- First, you need to pick where you want the window to be located. This location needs to be in between the wall studs and free from any electrical wiring, water pipes or ductwork. If the potential window location has electrical wiring or water pipes, then qualified electricians and plumbers will need to determine if the wires or pipes can be rerouted for the window.
- Next, the area will need to be prepared for the new window placement. On the exterior, the window location will be marked based on the dimensions of the window. Then, the siding has to be carefully removed from the new window location. This same siding will be reinstalled around the new window once it is installed.
- Once the area is prepped, the framework for the window will be installed. The rectangle frame will consist of a double header that supports the load, as well as side and bottom wood frame to support the window. It is crucial to properly install the framework to avoid damaging the framing of your home.
- Then, the window is installed, shimmed to level, and attached to the wall. The window is sealed to prevent water or air from entering the frame. After the window is securely installed, the drywall and siding can be replaced on the inside and outside of your home.
Adding windows to your home has many benefits for both the homeowner and the home. The extra windows will increase the amount of natural sunlight and ventilation entering your home, which can brighten an otherwise dark room. Additionally, adding a window can create a focal point in the room instead of the typical furniture or decorative focal points. Finally, adding more windows to your home can increase the curb appeal and value of your home.
In most homes, there are many places that can benefit from the addition of another window. Smaller windows in older homes, kitchens or bathrooms can be replaced with larger windows to let in more light. Bedrooms or home offices can also benefit from extra windows and increased sunlight. In your dining room, living room, or family room, floor to ceiling windows can be added to increase the amount of light while still allowing furniture placement. Finally, entryways or hallways can benefit from added windows to make the spaces brighter and more inviting.
At Gilkey Windows & Exterior Solutions , we understand the benefits of adding windows to your home, and strive to help you achieve those benefits. Our qualified team has years of experience adding windows to homes throughout Lexington, Kentucky and the surrounding areas. We also are equipped to increase the size of your home’s existing windows. Contact us today to learn how we can help you install new windows in your home or replace your current windows in Lexington, Kentucky and the surrounding areas.
