Practical Window Options for Aging in Place

If you plan on staying in your current home until your old age, you might want to make some changes here and there. This is to ensure that your home will still be comfortable even as your needs and lifestyle vary during different stages in your life. Among the parts of your home that you should check for aging-in-place suitability are your windows.

Nowadays, it’s easy to find custom window and door replacement services that match your specific needs. For aging-in-place, Renewal by Andersen® of Rapid City recommends looking for the following features.

Low Maintenance

Wood windows tend to be high-maintenance, so you might want to avoid choosing these windows for your home. Vinyl windows are generally known for being easy to clean. But if you want a more durable material, you should consider Fibrex® since it has a better resistance against heat. Fibrex also has a lower contraction and expansion rate than vinyl, so window problems due to extreme temperature changes are less common.

Easy to Use

You should opt for windows that are easy to operate. A good example of this is a sliding window. Much like a sliding patio door, a sliding window requires less effort to open and close.

Maintains Your Preferred Level of Privacy

Worried about your privacy? You can maintain a certain level of privacy using special design options for your windows. For example, you can use patterned acrylic blocks or film that provide a frosted or patterned design on the window glass. If you have a more flexible budget, you might want to consider smart glass technology. This will enable you to lighten or darken the tint of your windows through remote control or a smartphone app.

Renewal by Andersen of Rapid City offers exceptional window and door services. From window replacement to French door installation, we can deliver top-notch results for your project. Call us at (605) 341-7831 or fill out our contact form to request a free consultation. We serve homeowners in Spearfish, South Dakota and the surrounding areas.