Jul

Mike Peters advises homeowners on the advantages of soundproof windows

Okay, you’ve got a home improvement budget that is burning a hole in your pocket. So how do you get the most bang for your buck? How many purposes can one project fulfill?

Seriously consider soundproof windows. The US Govt. is offering a stimulus tax credit for insulation improvements, and there are many companies listed in the yellow pages a person can call for more information on what to do to qualify for up to $1500 in tax credits. Here’s a list of the multiple benefits soundproof windows provide to the homeowner.

Remember, as you note the benefits listed below, that soundproof windows will pay for themselves over time through:
1) Sound abatement
2) Privacy enhancement
3) Increased insulation
4) Draft elimination
5) Improved marketability

There is probably no other home improvement project that holds such a variety of benefits as soundproof windows. Replacement windows, even dual pane windows, cannot offer the noise and air infiltration abatement benefits, or the cost savings in significantly improved insulation found in soundproof windows. Additional side benefits are more privacy and peace of mind for active people, and for those interested in putting a house on the market, the installation of soundproof windows increases the perceived value of the property.

The soundproof window can be installed on the surface or flush with the inside wall, leaving about an inch and a half of space between the soundproof window and the existing window. This dead air is the secret to providing the barrier to both noise and air infiltration. Soundproof windows severely dampen the vibration of noise and the air leaks.

The windows come in many different styles, and can be readily matched to your existing windows. They are simple to remove for cleaning, and — did we mention this yet? — soundproof windows will eventually pay back your investment with the energy savings. If a person is mechanically inclined, there will be no problem installing them “do-it-yourself”, although for the majority of us, a skilled installer is going to be required.

For anyone who has a problem with noise pollution, whether its freeway noise, yapping dogs, or the lawn-mowing-at-six-in-the-morning neighbor next door, soundproof windows are a must-have solution!

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