Windows can have a great influence on home design, energy-efficiency, and the day-to-day comfort of a home’s occupants. So when the time comes for window replacement, it’s important for homeowners to make the right choices. One such choice to make is determining whether or not custom-fit windows are the way to go.

When & Why You Need Custom-Fit Windows

Like any home improvement project, the window replacement process is all about deciding what’s right for you from the get-go. You decide the budget, the scale, and the window company to hire. You also choose what material to use, what kind of glazing and grilles to go with, which type of hardware, trim color, muntin bars, texture, finishing and so on. When presented with all these options, deciding whether to custom-fit or not may seem like an unnecessary headache. The question is: do you really need to custom-fit your windows? More specifically, does your window replacement situation really require custom-fitting?

The answer to both of these questions is that, if you’re looking for the perfect fit and design for your home, you need it. Without a custom-fitting, you may find out too late that the style you chose isn’t available in the exact sizes you need. And while installers will do the necessary modifications to cover up gaps between the house and windows (where drafts and energy loss will occur), custom-fit windows will always look and will certainly perform better than any modified off-the-rack ones.

What It Means To Custom-Fit Your Windows

When you’re buying new windows, you come across the word “custom” quite a lot — such as custom-made, custom-built, and custom-fit. They all generally mean the same thing: that your windows will be manufactured unique to your specifications, and to fit precisely into existing openings.

The fact is, store-bought or pre-made windows that will be an exact fit for your needs aren’t always available and, even if they are, they might still require extra labor that can cost you. Imagine, for instance, ripping out the worn frames in a historic home to make way for new pre-made windows with frames that – you soon discover – aren’t as true to historical detail as the custom-made ones might have been. What a waste that would be if on hindsight you realize that getting custom-made windows would have been the better choice.

How It Contributes To A Hassle-Free Installation

Window replacement used to be an expensive, messy ordeal. If homeowners couldn’t find or purchase windows that fit perfectly, it often meant modifying the surrounding wall or the window itself. Even so, modification could contribute to greater heat loss, leaks, and premature damage to the windows.

Consult our local window contractors to find out how our windows can be made to custom fit your home. Go with a contractor who can offer you hassle-free assistance and service in all areas: in-home consultation, measurement and manufacturing, installation, and warranty services.