Most houses do have a basement in them and suppose you have a basement that does not have windows and you are perfectly fine with it. After all, why spend extra cash on basement windows? Well, you are wrong! Believe it or not, there are a lot of advantages that you can enjoy if you have windows installed in your basement. Are you ready to know those advantages? Read on!

•    Improved air circulation – One of the top benefits of having basement windows is improved air circulation. Basements without windows usually suffer from a very common problem – mold. Without proper air circulation, the basement, as well as all the things it contains, is at risk of being damaged by mold. Not only can mold be damaging but it can also make your basement smell bad. So basically, better indoor air circulation can definitely improve the atmosphere of your basement.

•    Natural light – Another good thing about basement windows is that they allow natural light to come in. Natural light can definitely help enhance the aesthetic surroundings of your basement. That can come in handy especially if you plan to use your basement as another bedroom or a function area. Natural light is definitely better than just bulb light which most basements nowadays have. Take note that if you plan to use your basement as a bedroom, natural light can be beneficial in that it is good for your health.

•    Economic benefits – Do you ever plan to sell your house in the future? Well, basement windows can help improve the value of your home. So should you sell your house eventually, you would be able to sell it at a higher price with basement windows installed. Also, since basement windows can allow natural light to come in, you can surely save up on heating costs especially during the cold days. Basement windows are definitely economically beneficial.

•    Increased safety level – Also another great thing about basement windows is that they can be alternative fire escapes. Fire can occur anytime. It can also start from any place. So should your fire escape be impassable, you and your family members can always get out of your burning home through your basement windows. Just make sure your basement windows are big enough for people to fit through if you intend them to be alternative fire escapes.

What should you watch out for?

If you ever have basement windows installed in your basement, there are several things that you need to watch out for. Number one is burglary. You have to make sure that your basement windows are always locked especially if not being used in any way at all. This is so that burglar cannot go through it. Second is flooding. You might want to make sure with your renovator or contractor that flood waters would not be able to penetrate through your basement windows. Also, you might want to watch out for pests that might come through your basement windows. Rats, mice, and other rodents can easily fit through slightly open basement windows. So make sure your basement windows are always shut.

When is the best time to have windows installed?

Basically, anytime would be a great time to have windows installed in your basement. But do take note of the advantages though if you have them installed before summer. Once the summer heat kicks in, would not it be great if you can simply have your basement windows opened so you can let the fresh outdoor air cool your house? Also, you have to install your basement windows before winter or before the rainy season. So basically, if there ever is the best time to have your windows installed, it would be spring time.

How will you clean your basement windows?

Basement windows do not need cleaning as often as your regular house windows. But you should surely clean them from time to time depending on how you use your basement. For example, if you are using your basement like any other bedroom in the house, then your windows should be cleaned at least once or twice a month. But if your basement is used simply for storage, then cleaning your basement windows should be done at least once or twice every two months.  Clean with materials that are designed specifically for your window type. Always be on the lookout for cracks that need to be repaired.

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