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Aging-In-Place Features Your Replacement Windows Should Have

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, over 20% of the country’s population will be over the traditional retirement age by 2029. Many homeowners are choosing to spend their later years at home instead of in assisted living facilities, which accounts for the surge in popularity of upgrades like walk-in toilets and grab bars. If you are among these homeowners, then here are the aging-in-place features you should look for in your replacement windows.

Aging-In-Place Features Your Replacement Windows Should Have

 

Easy to Operate Windows

Our hands lose their strength as we age; therefore, you will need windows that can be easily opened from the inside with minimal effort. Sliding windows with simple latches certainly fit the bill. In comparison, other window styles may require two hands (double hung windows) or more effort (casement windows) to open.

There’s a certain rule of thumb that interior designers follow when choosing fixtures and door handles for aging-in-place upgrades: if it can be used without exerting a full grip, then it can be used by persons with limited dexterity, such as those with arthritic hands.

Windows That Increase Privacy

While privacy can be controlled with various types of window treatments, you probably won’t want to be replacing and washing curtains in your later years. Obscured or textured glass balance privacy with natural lighting and, on operable window styles, ventilation. We at Renewal by Andersen® offer energy-efficient windows with optional obscured glass options.

Low-Maintenance Windows

Another thing you probably won’t want to do in your later years is scraping and repainting your windows, which can become more difficult to do as you age. The solution is to choose low-maintenance windows. While many people see vinyl as the go-to solution, it’s not as durable, and the color selection is often limited.

This is why Renewal by Andersen replacement window frames and sashes are made with our exclusive Fibrex® material. Made of wood fibers and polymer, Fibrex provides the strength and natural insulation of wood with the low-maintenance benefits of vinyl. Additionally, our High Performance™ Low-E4® glass packages feature exterior coatings that remove up to 99% of water spots when activated by sunlight.

Renewal by Andersen of Southwest Missouri is your leading provider of ENERGY STAR® windows and patio doors. Give us a call at (417) 268-9301, or fill out our contact form to schedule an appointment.

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Roy D
Feb 14, 2023

"The Springfield team was wonderful to work with , professional , friendly and knowledgeable. They all seem to take great pride in their work. These new windows are fantastic, they look great , operate so easy and the energy efficiency was noticeable from the very first day . Thank you Renewal by Andersen for transforming our home and our lives."

Pam S
Feb 15, 2023

"After years of watching the wind move my drapes and hours of difficult cleaning, I decided to get new windows. I went with Renewal by Andersen because of the great reviews and quality. From Brent who did the consult, Gideon who did the measuring, to Jason, Josh, and I apologize I can't remember the third installers name, this is the most professional company I've ever worked with. I own a 1994 double wide mobile home, so everything in this place is hard to work with. I had a bay window, 6 double hung, 2 awning, and a front door replaced.. They said it would take 2 days and they were done on time! I did have second thoughts about doing this mainly because of the cost, but once it was done, I was very happy I did this."

Gary S
Feb 18, 2023

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