OT: Dual-pane low-E windows worth it?

[ybitz]

Is it worth upgrading old/dated but still functional windows with new dual-pane, low-e windows worth the cost? I find it difficult to calculate what the return-on-investment or break-even point of such an upgrade. The weather in San Diego is fairly temperate, which leads me to think the economic benefit of such an upgrade is not as dramatic as somewhere very hot or very cold.
What do you think? For those of you who have upgraded…is it worth it?

[desmond]

Yes, forget about calculating the money saved vs. old windows. Window are a very important part of the house, new windows are great to look at, use and admire. One of the best home improvements you can make. I replaced the windows myself, but I do not recommend it unless you have lots of time and do the research before you do it.

[desmond]

Yes, forget about calculating the money saved vs. old windows. Window are a very important part of the house, new windows are great to look at, use and admire. One of the best home improvements you can make. I replaced the windows myself, but I do not recommend it unless you have lots of time and do the research before you do it.

[desmond]

Yes, forget about calculating the money saved vs. old windows. Window are a very important part of the house, new windows are great to look at, use and admire. One of the best home improvements you can make. I replaced the windows myself, but I do not recommend it unless you have lots of time and do the research before you do it.

[desmond]

Yes, forget about calculating the money saved vs. old windows. Window are a very important part of the house, new windows are great to look at, use and admire. One of the best home improvements you can make. I replaced the windows myself, but I do not recommend it unless you have lots of time and do the research before you do it.

[desmond]

Yes, forget about calculating the money saved vs. old windows. Window are a very important part of the house, new windows are great to look at, use and admire. One of the best home improvements you can make. I replaced the windows myself, but I do not recommend it unless you have lots of time and do the research before you do it.

[Aecetia]

Our house came with them and we like them. We also upgraded a rental and it made a big difference in the utility bills and it was like giving the 50’s house a face lift. Now the windows come with tint in them, so I think that is a good thing to keep furniture, carpet and artwork from fading. I think there is some kind of rebate for “weatherization” this year if there is any money left in the pot.

[Aecetia]

Our house came with them and we like them. We also upgraded a rental and it made a big difference in the utility bills and it was like giving the 50’s house a face lift. Now the windows come with tint in them, so I think that is a good thing to keep furniture, carpet and artwork from fading. I think there is some kind of rebate for “weatherization” this year if there is any money left in the pot.

[Aecetia]

Our house came with them and we like them. We also upgraded a rental and it made a big difference in the utility bills and it was like giving the 50’s house a face lift. Now the windows come with tint in them, so I think that is a good thing to keep furniture, carpet and artwork from fading. I think there is some kind of rebate for “weatherization” this year if there is any money left in the pot.

[Aecetia]

Our house came with them and we like them. We also upgraded a rental and it made a big difference in the utility bills and it was like giving the 50’s house a face lift. Now the windows come with tint in them, so I think that is a good thing to keep furniture, carpet and artwork from fading. I think there is some kind of rebate for “weatherization” this year if there is any money left in the pot.

[Aecetia]

Our house came with them and we like them. We also upgraded a rental and it made a big difference in the utility bills and it was like giving the 50’s house a face lift. Now the windows come with tint in them, so I think that is a good thing to keep furniture, carpet and artwork from fading. I think there is some kind of rebate for “weatherization” this year if there is any money left in the pot.

[bearishgurl]

There is an up to $1,500 Federal Tax credit on these windows if they are purchased prior to 12/31/10. It is for the windows only and not installation. To get the full $1,500, you would have to spend about $5,000 on windows. Lowes has the windows that are eligible for the tax credit (as well as a few other dealers). I only installed one low-E window because the rest of mine were already installed by a previous owner (dbl. paned but not “low E” as it didn’t exist back then). It was a large picture window and the difference is night and day. As Aecetia said, the windows are slightly tinted (either green or gray) and have argon gas between the panes. They are cool to the touch and DO keep the sun and heat out of the room and keep things from fading. And looking out them makes outside come truly alive! I would highly recommend them in every room, if you can afford it. I do think they’re worth it and would be a selling point, if your property will bear the price.

[bearishgurl]

There is an up to $1,500 Federal Tax credit on these windows if they are purchased prior to 12/31/10. It is for the windows only and not installation. To get the full $1,500, you would have to spend about $5,000 on windows. Lowes has the windows that are eligible for the tax credit (as well as a few other dealers). I only installed one low-E window because the rest of mine were already installed by a previous owner (dbl. paned but not “low E” as it didn’t exist back then). It was a large picture window and the difference is night and day. As Aecetia said, the windows are slightly tinted (either green or gray) and have argon gas between the panes. They are cool to the touch and DO keep the sun and heat out of the room and keep things from fading. And looking out them makes outside come truly alive! I would highly recommend them in every room, if you can afford it. I do think they’re worth it and would be a selling point, if your property will bear the price.

[bearishgurl]

There is an up to $1,500 Federal Tax credit on these windows if they are purchased prior to 12/31/10. It is for the windows only and not installation. To get the full $1,500, you would have to spend about $5,000 on windows. Lowes has the windows that are eligible for the tax credit (as well as a few other dealers). I only installed one low-E window because the rest of mine were already installed by a previous owner (dbl. paned but not “low E” as it didn’t exist back then). It was a large picture window and the difference is night and day. As Aecetia said, the windows are slightly tinted (either green or gray) and have argon gas between the panes. They are cool to the touch and DO keep the sun and heat out of the room and keep things from fading. And looking out them makes outside come truly alive! I would highly recommend them in every room, if you can afford it. I do think they’re worth it and would be a selling point, if your property will bear the price.

[bearishgurl]

There is an up to $1,500 Federal Tax credit on these windows if they are purchased prior to 12/31/10. It is for the windows only and not installation. To get the full $1,500, you would have to spend about $5,000 on windows. Lowes has the windows that are eligible for the tax credit (as well as a few other dealers). I only installed one low-E window because the rest of mine were already installed by a previous owner (dbl. paned but not “low E” as it didn’t exist back then). It was a large picture window and the difference is night and day. As Aecetia said, the windows are slightly tinted (either green or gray) and have argon gas between the panes. They are cool to the touch and DO keep the sun and heat out of the room and keep things from fading. And looking out them makes outside come truly alive! I would highly recommend them in every room, if you can afford it. I do think they’re worth it and would be a selling point, if your property will bear the price.

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