Help Cut Costs, Tackle Home Improvement Projects

Once spring arrives and the daffodils begin to bloom, your old front door may look pretty drab. Still, many consumers may avoid home improvement projects because of a reluctance to spend money in a questionable economy.

"Today, homeowners are still focused on getting the most for their money," says Kathy Krafka Harkema, Pella Windows & Doors spokesperson. "Home improvement projects can add to the look and comfort of your home, and help reduce monthly utility bills to help make the most of your hard-earned money."

If your home is overdue for new windows, consider replacing them with Energy Star products that can lower your energy bills by as much as 20 to 30 percent.

Many Pella windows and doors have earned the Energy Star. For greater energy efficiency, choose double- or triple-pane options and look for windows with low U-values, which measure the ability to resist the transfer of heat.

Another way to help reduce energy bills is to keep window blinds and shades closed during hot months to conserve energy and open on sunny days during cold months to let in solar heat.
~ Courtesy of ARA Content