The Miami Homeowners Guide To Replacing Windows and Shutters
You know what to expect when you get plantation shutters in your Miami home: fashionable looks, discrete light control, and effective insulation for a cozier home. But what if disaster strikes, making you have to replace your window? What should you do with your shutters?
Fortunately, we’re here to help. This is everything you should know about shutters and replacing your windows.
You can replace windows without replacing your shutters
Possibly the most commonly asked question about window replacements is if you can replace your windows without having to replace your shutters. The answer in almost every case is yes! It’s very uncommon that your shutters will get in the way of replacing a window pane, and even in those rare instances they’re easy to detach from the window frame and reattach after the replacement is done.
There might be a rare case where your new windows might not work with your plantation shutters, for instance if you’re installing tilting windows or crank handle windows. If that’s the case, you may still be able to keep your shutters– our expert installers may be able to devise a solution to work with the new windows, whether it’s a new frame or changing the mount on your shutters.
With The Right Shutters, You Might Not Need Replacement Windows
Why do you want to replace your window? If your window is starting to show signs of cracking, that makes sense. But what if you’re thinking about getting a new window just because you need better insulation, or a better looking window?
If that’s the case, what you might actually need is a higher quality window treatment. An effective insulator like Polywood faux wood shutters can improve your temperature control better than almost any double-pane window. With something like shutters, you can completely change the look of your windows, with a lot less hassle.
Moreover, installing shutters is a more profitable home investment, since they add benefits to your home’s form and function.
There’s No Extra Work Needed to Put In Shutters
Some Miami homeowners believe that you need to take out your windows, frame, or trim before you can have shutters installed. That’s definitely not true. Even if your windows have an unorthodox shape, way of opening, or tilt a certain way, Sunburst can design shutters that work perfectly together with your existing setup. From a unique mount that complements your existing trim, to a custom build that makes room for a window lever, there’s no additional work needed.
