The winter weather can be intense in some climates, which can have negative effects on your windows. Even the most durable materials that are pelted with snow, ice, and rain will ultimately start to show signs of wear. Window screens, while mostly covered during cold weather, can see damage from winter weather. Window screens are important during the spring and summer months to help keep your home energy efficient and stop debris from entering your home. During the winter, however, window screens can be a hindrance to homeowners. Here are the top reasons to remove window screens during the winter.
1- Prevent Snow And Ice Damage
Snow and ice can build up on window sills and window screens. This weight can cause the screens to rip, sag, or become warped. This will cause them to fit improperly or let in the cold air from outside. Window screens that are damaged are often hard to repair and refit to the window. Removing them before the winter season begins will eliminate the risk of damaged screens and save you the hassle of repairs in the future. Screens are able to be repaired, but it is best done by a professional. Paying for a repair may be an unaccounted-for expense, so taking extra precautions to protect the screens could save you a bit of money.
2- Ease Of Window Cleaning
Window cleaning is a common home maintenance task, but it is often one of the more dreaded chores. Preparing for winter weather should include cleaning your windows to ensure they’re grime-free before freezing temperatures arrive. In order to limit the dread around window cleaning, you can remove the window screens and deep clean the entire window.
Removing screens during this initial cleaning process will simplify your cleaning process and allow you to deep clean all the grooves and corners. Removing screens also helps limit the amount of debris that gets trapped between them and the glass as well. Trapped debris can lead to harmful bacterial growth if not addressed promptly.
3- Better Visibility
Window screens will cast some shadows and cause the outside world to look a little gray. Removing window screens during the winter will allow you to see into the outside world with more clarity and will let in more natural light through the glass. Improved visibility may not seem necessary during colder months, but it can help you quickly assess the weather, and time of day, and allow even the smallest bit of light in during the dark months.
4- Lower Risk Of Mold And Mildew
The small holes in the window screens allow them to trap dirt and moisture easily. Window screens can be grounds for mold and mildew growth which can ruin the window screen and pose risks to your health. Removing mold from window screens is a difficult task and often leads to the window screens being trashed. Lowering the risk of mold is possible when you remove window screens during the winter. Removing them will limit freezing and thawing, snow build-up, and humidity that can lead to mold.
5- Enhance Solar Heat Gain
Window screens can block light and heat from entering your home. During colder weather, the sun’s warmth can help boost your home and limit the amount of time you spend running your furnace. Removing the window screens during the winter will help maximize the amount of solar light that is allowed inside your home.
Enhancing your solar gain will provide more benefits than just heat though. Letting natural light into a home kills bacteria, boosts your mood, and ensures your home is energy efficient.
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