Metropolitan Properties Metropolitan Properties 2013-01-14T23:00:46Z http://blog.metropolitanpropertiesga.com/feed/atom/ http://users.feedblitz.com/f8e0de49b172aa2788bd78f81e01e1c0/f8e0de49b172aa2788bd78f81e01e1c0/DesignSherpa/metropolitan-logo.png http://blog.metropolitanpropertiesga.com/energy-saving-tips/ways-to-tell-if-your-home-needs-new-windows/ metropolitanproperties <![CDATA[Ways to Tell if Your Home Needs New Windows]]> http://blog.metropolitanpropertiesga.com/?p=1132 2013-01-14T22:42:37Z 2013-01-14T23:00:46Z <div style="clear:both;padding-top:0.2em;"><a title="Share on Bit.ly" href="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/_/25/39870937/metropolitanproperties"><img height="20" src="http://assets.feedblitz.com/i/bitly20.png" style="border:0;margin:0;padding:0;"></a>&#160;<a title="Add to Delicious" href="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/_/3/39870937/metropolitanproperties"><img height="20" src="http://assets.feedblitz.com/i/delicious20.png" style="border:0;margin:0;padding:0;"></a>&#160;<a title="Digg This" href="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/_/10/39870937/metropolitanproperties"><img height="20" src="http://assets.feedblitz.com/i/digg20.png" style="border:0;margin:0;padding:0;"></a>&#160;<a title="Add to FaceBook" href="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/_/2/39870937/metropolitanproperties"><img height="20" src="http://assets.feedblitz.com/i/fbshare20.png" style="border:0;margin:0;padding:0;"></a>&#160;<a title="Like on Facebook" href="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/_/28/39870937/metropolitanproperties"><img height="20" src="http://assets.feedblitz.com/i/fblike20.png" style="border:0;margin:0;padding:0;"></a>&#160;<a title="Add to Google Bookmarks" href="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/_/13/39870937/metropolitanproperties"><img height="20" src="http://assets.feedblitz.com/i/googlebookmark20.png" style="border:0;margin:0;padding:0;"></a>&#160;<a title="Share on Google+" href="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/_/30/39870937/metropolitanproperties"><img height="20" src="http://assets.feedblitz.com/i/googleplus20.png" style="border:0;margin:0;padding:0;"></a>&#160;<a title="Add to LinkedIn" href="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/_/16/39870937/metropolitanproperties"><img height="20" src="http://assets.feedblitz.com/i/linkedin20.png" style="border:0;margin:0;padding:0;"></a>&#160;<a title="Pin it!" href="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/_/29/39870937/metropolitanproperties,http%3a%2f%2fblog.metropolitanpropertiesga.com%2ffiles%2f2013%2f01%2fw.jpg"><img height="20" src="http://assets.feedblitz.com/i/pinterest20.png" style="border:0;margin:0;padding:0;"></a>&#160;<a title="Stumble This" href="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/_/12/39870937/metropolitanproperties"><img height="20" src="http://assets.feedblitz.com/i/stumble20.png" style="border:0;margin:0;padding:0;"></a>&#160;<a title="Tweet This" href="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/_/24/39870937/metropolitanproperties"><img height="20" src="http://assets.feedblitz.com/i/twitter20.png" style="border:0;margin:0;padding:0;"></a>&#160;<a title="Subscribe by email" href="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/_/19/39870937/metropolitanproperties"><img height="20" src="http://assets.feedblitz.com/i/email20.png" style="border:0;margin:0;padding:0;"></a>&#160;<a title="Subscribe by RSS" href="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/_/20/39870937/metropolitanproperties"><img height="20" src="http://assets.feedblitz.com/i/rss20.png" style="border:0;margin:0;padding:0;"></a>&#160;<a title="View Comments" href="http://blog.metropolitanpropertiesga.com/energy-saving-tips/ways-to-tell-if-your-home-needs-new-windows/#comments"><img height="20" style="border:0;margin:0;padding:0;" src="http://assets.feedblitz.com/i/comments20.png"></a>&#160;<a title="Follow Comments via RSS" href="http://blog.metropolitanpropertiesga.com/energy-saving-tips/ways-to-tell-if-your-home-needs-new-windows/feed/atom/"><img height="20" style="border:0;margin:0;padding:0;" src="http://assets.feedblitz.com/i/commentsrss20.png"></a><h3 style="clear:left;padding-top:10px">Related Stories</h3><ul><li><a href="http://blog.metropolitanpropertiesga.com/remodeling-tips/granny-flats-are-popular/">Granny Flats are Popular</a></li><li><a href="http://blog.metropolitanpropertiesga.com/events/usa-today-popular-home-amenities/">USA Today: Popular Home Amenities</a></li></ul>&#160;</div> colorful windows

Beautiful windows add an extra touch of curb appeal

Do the energy savings you get, along with the value added to your home, justify the cost of replacement windows?

New windows enhance the look for your home, are lower maintenance, and make your home more energy efficient. Before making the decision to replace your old windows, consider the return on investment in each of these areas:

  • Increase in Home Value
    This depends largely on the local real estate market, and overall quality of the home. Installing high-end windows in a tract built home will add little to no value to the appraised market value. Kiplinger reports the value gain from upscale wood windows dropped significantly from 2006 to 2009.
  • Increased Energy Efficiency
    Newer homes are built tighter and include many features that improve overall energy efficiency. If your home is older, and has wood windows instead of vinyl, a home energy audit, costing between $250 to $600, is a good idea.
  • Aesthetic Appeal
    New windows sharpen the appearance of your home, without the regular stripping and painting required to keep old wood windows looking fresh. Pride of ownership and peace of mind that you can spend your weekends doing something other than painting has value too.

If you do decide to move forward with new windows, the experts at Consumer Reports tested 17 models for wind resistance, rain resistance, durability, and convenience. Be informed before you make a purchase is the best money saving tool.

 

Contact Metropolitan Properties today to have top of the line professionals improve your home!

 

 

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economic changes over the past five years have led many families to install granny flats, which can either be part of the existing structure (renovated basement, garage, etc.) or free-standing buildings on the family’s lot.

Journal of Light Construction

Image via Journal of Light Construction

According to The Journal of Light Construction (JLC):

Over the past few years, a growing number of municipalities have adopted zoning rules that allow homeowners to build small backyard residential structures, typically described in code language as Accessory Dwelling Units, or ADUs. More colloquially known as “granny flats,” (they allow) seniors to move in near adult children or other family members.

Granny flats often include amenities such as kitchens, universally-designed spas, and more. Forbes even ran an article entitled “10 Chic Granny Flats,” which included the well-crafted structure below.

granny flat

Image via Forbes. Photo: Muffy Kibbey.

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Home Needs New Windows</a></li></ul>&#160;</div> In an article entitled “Eight Popular Amenities for high-end homes,” USA Today discussed design trends that are sure to continue into 2013. Here are a few of the notable home amenities discussed by the national publication.

  • Infinity pools. Swimmers and poolside loungers both appreciate the striking beauty of an infinity pool.
infinity pools

Image via USA Today.

  • Spa room. Relaxation and health are accommodated by spa rooms, which include amenities such as wet rooms with jets. Many homeowners are inspired by the spas in fine hotels, like The Mamounia Spa at La Mamounia, designed by Jacques Garcia. (Image: Architectural Digest)
The Mamounia Spa at La Mamounia, designed by Jacques Garcia.

The Mamounia Spa at La Mamounia, designed by Jacques Garcia. Photo courtesy of La Mamounia

  • Smart system. Homeonwers can control all of their devices, security, and AV from an iPhone or iPad. A customized smart system comes in handy when preparing for a party that requires complex lighting. It is also useful when the homeowner is out of town.

 

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