Now’s the Time to Tackle Those Drafty Windows and Patio Doors

If your house feels breezy inside when the windows are shut, we’ve got a problem, friend. Drafty windows and patio doors are like tiny thieves, sneaking away with your hard-earned money, one chilly gust at a time. It’s time for an old-fashioned walk-around of your home to see what’s working—and what needs to be replaced with energy-efficient windows and patio doors.

According to Energy Star, the average California household now drops around $3,300 a year on energy bills, with up to half of that spent battling heating and cooling costs. That’s no small potatoes. Upgrading to energy-efficient windows and patio doors isn’t just smart—it’s good old-fashioned common sense. It’ll protect your home from extreme temperatures and save you a bundle on pricey repairs down the road.

Here’s How to Check Your Windows and Patio Doors for Trouble:

• Inspect the Tracks and Sills: Look for leaves, dirt, bugs, and the usual backyard suspects jamming things up. Sweep it out with a soft brush, then vacuum the tracks clean.

• Check the Weatherstripping: If it’s loose, torn, or looking tired, reattach or replace it to boost your home’s energy efficiency.

• Examine the Paint and Surroundings: Peeling paint, flaking stain, or water stains around the frames scream it’s time for window replacement or patio door replacement.

• Test Operation: Sticking, jamming, and refusing to budge? Those windows and patio doors aren’t just annoying—they’re a safety risk in an emergency.

• Fix Sticky Windows: If windows feel sticky, don’t wrestle them. Use paraffin wax (never oil) to help them glide easily again.

Signs It’s Time for New Windows or Patio Doors:

• They won’t stay open (gravity always wins).

• They’re hard to open or close, or they leak air like an old balloon.

• The paint is peeling like a bad sunburn.

• There’s foggy condensation trapped between panes.

• Drafts sneak through even when everything’s closed up tight.

• They’re old single-pane windows (terrible for lowering energy bills).

• Replacement parts are impossible to find because they’re relics.

• Water stains are showing up around the frames or on the floor.

Bottom Line:

If your windows and patio doors are fighting you at every turn—or worse, letting in the elements like a busted-up tent—it’s time to consider window and patio door replacement. Investing in energy-efficient windows and patio doors will slash your energy bills, keep your home comfortable year-round, and add real value to your property.

Ready to get started? Call Paul’s Windows or email us through our contact form today. Let’s upgrade your home with beautiful, functional, and energy-saving windows and patio doors—so you can keep more money where it belongs: in your wallet.