Planning a Marvin Windows Installation? The Timing Can Make a Difference
Marvin is the gold standard in the window industry, renowned for their quality, style, and efficiency. For homeowners looking to get the absolute best for their home, scheduling a Marvin Windows installation is certainly a great option. But does it matter when you complete your window installation? Can windows be installed in less-than-ideal conditions—like, say, during the winter?
As leading window installation experts in Minneapolis, our team at Wright at Home Roofing & Exteriors has installed windows throughout the year. While some conditions and seasons are less than ideal, there are actually advantages to scheduling your project at almost any time of year—yes, even in the winter. Here’s what you should know.
What Are the Best Conditions for Window Installation?
Before taking a look at different times of the year, we should share the ideal conditions for installing windows.
Typically, windows will not be installed during heavy inclement weather, such as storms, heavy rains, or blizzard-like conditions. That said, window projects don’t necessarily need completely dry conditions to complete.
Similarly, the temperature is a consideration, but not a requirement. Installing windows in the middle of summer will certainly let much of the cool air out of your home, while completing your installation during the winter will let in a chill. But the installation process is relatively quick, and your home’s heating and cooling system should be able to regulate the temperature of your home just fine.
Overall, then, window installation is not all that sensitive to the weather—especially compared to a service like, say, a roof replacement. While certain conditions can make the process uncomfortable, only relatively severe weather is likely to prevent your installation from being completed.
Spring and Fall Are Typically Ideal
When it comes to overall ease, spring, and fall typically bring the best conditions for installation of Marvin or other windows. The mild temperatures mean you might have your windows open already anyway. And while spring can certainly bring rain storms, these tend to be milder than the severe weather we might face during the summer.
Can Windows Be Installed in the Winter?
With spring and fall as the ideal times, and summer primarily bringing warmer weather, homeowners may still be wondering how realistic it is to install windows during the winter. The reality is that while certain factors can interfere with the process, windows can absolutely be installed during the coldest months of the year.
The primary obstacles are the cold and the potential for heavy snow. Cold is primarily a matter of the customer’s tolerance level. The time it takes to install windows certainly won’t cause your home to become the Arctic, but certain rooms will take some time to return to a comfortable temperature. As your heat works overtime, it will also naturally result in some wasted energy and perhaps a slightly elevated heating bill.
Heavy snow, on the other hand, can cause scheduling issues for your Marvin Windows installation. Window installers typically won’t work in heavy snow or blizzard-like conditions, as this makes driving dangerous and can result in snow accumulation within your home.
Another Consideration: Seasonal Pricing
Windows can be installed virtually year-round. Besides the weather, however, there is another important factor to consider: seasonal pricing and scheduling.
Because of the nicer weather, the busy season for window installation tends to land around the spring and summer. The spring is especially popular, as homeowners notice drafts during the cold winter months and make a plan to replace their windows once the weather becomes mild.
However, during the offseason, homeowners may find it’s much easier to schedule—and there may even be offseason sales and specials for scheduling during these slower periods.
Book Your Marvin Windows Installation Today
Marvin Windows provides superior protection from the cold, soundproofing, efficiency, and much more. If you’re finding that your home’s windows are drafty or damaged, you don’t have to shiver through the winter—you can schedule your window installation now!
Our team of window installers works efficiently to minimize the time you’ll be without windows, and once done, you’ll enjoy a comfortable, draft-free winter. Reach out to our team today to get started with an in-home consultation.
