So, you’ve decided to invest in new windows for your home — terrific!
A window installation can be an exciting and rewarding experience that brightens up your living space, and maybe even lowers those pesky energy bills.
But before the installers arrive, it’s important to take some steps to ensure a smooth and efficient installation process. Preparing ahead of time helps the installers work efficiently, minimizing any disruptions, delays, or stress.
In this comprehensive guide, we’ll cover some tips to help make the installation process an easier, smoother experience.
In fact, we’ve got so many great tips for you, we can’t fit it all into a single post!
Ready to get started? Let’s dig in!
Touch Base Ahead of Time
To get a sense of what to expect on installation day, you may want to reach out to your contractor ahead of time, either with a call or an email.
Taking the time to go over important details like confirming the date of the installation, a rough estimation of how long the installation may take, and whether they’ll be working from the inside or the outside (or both) will help make sure everyone’s on the same page.
Remove Curtains, Blinds, Etc.
Removing any drapes, shades, and blinds will allow the installation crew easy access to each window.
On top of that, make sure to remove any plants, picture frames, or other decorations from the windowsill, too. You don’t want anything in the way that could cause any difficulty or delays during the installation.
Also, if you have an alarm system that connects to your current windows, be sure to deactivate it, and remove any sensors.
Clear the Area
It’s important to clear a path for your installers. That means removing any potential obstacles that could cause delay or harm.
Inside, you’ll want to clear away toys, furniture, rugs, lamps, as well as any fragile or breakable items. Make sure to move any larger items (like pianos or antiques) that may need extra care. Also, take down anything hanging on the walls or sitting on floating shelves.
Outside, you’ll want to clear away things like barbecue grills, flowerpots, outdoor toys, and patio furniture.
A good rule of thumb is to allow at least 5 feet of open space around your windows.
Move and Cover Furniture
It’s important to be prepared for the mess a new window installation can create.
Cutting, caulking, and painting are all par for the course when it comes to this kind of project, which means dust and debris are bound be flying around.
To avoid any damage to your floors and furniture, you can lay down drop cloths or old sheets over your couches and beds. Again, move any furniture so you can allow that minimum 5 feet of space for the installers to work.
And don’t forget about your outdoor spaces. Cover flower beds and landscaping to keep them free of any debris as well.
Set Up a Workspace
Make sure you communicate with the crew which doors they should use to enter and exit your home.
Additionally, you can set aside a designated work area for your installers to set up their equipment. It’s important to choose a good location with easy access to an electrical outlet, so they can power their tools and get right to work.
If rain is in the forecast, you may want to clear out some space in your garage for the crew to work in, protecting both them and your home from the elements.
Preparation is Key
As you can see, with some preparation, your new window installation project can be a smooth, stress-free experience.
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