If you’re considering new windows, trying to find time to fit the installation into your already hectic schedule can be stressful. Is there really a ‘best time’ to replace your windows? Judging the timing of new window installations can help you prepare for the disruption of home renovations a little better.

Does Window Replacement Have a Season?

Yes, everything in retail—including windows, has seasonal cycles. And window retailers know that the majority of homeowners are the most energized to tackle their big home projects during one season in particular—Spring.

This means that you can expect to find big marketing pushes and the best promotions available at the beginning of the Spring season. It also means that you’ll likely run into packed calendars for window installation. Luckily, the installation can usually be done year-round in the Southwestern US where extreme, below-freezing temperatures are uncommon.

When Should You Have New Windows Installed?

The biggest concern with window replacement is that environmental air will get into your home, dramatically impacting comfortability. As the installation crew removes your existing windows and fits your new windows, there will unsealed holes in the walls of your home. And that means you’ll probably want to nix the furnace or AC.

For most homes, a full set of windows takes between one to two full days of work. You can expect to average about 30 minutes of labor time per window. Luckily, this is one remodeling project that gets taken care of pretty quickly. It may even be advisable to temporarily relocate while the work is performed.

But aside from the obvious inconveniences, it may be best to schedule your window installation with other seasonal factors in mind. For example, heavy rainfall is most common between June and September. In some areas, this means flash flooding. Even if your home is safe from the deluge, installing windows in the rain isn’t a great idea because moisture inside your home is always a recipe for disaster.

The Bottom Line on Timing your Window Installation

Spring is hands-down the best time to buy new windows, but it’s also the busiest time to get them installed. Arizona’s Southwestern desert climate sees less rain and far less snow than most of the United States which free up most of the calendar year for new window installations. With an average low temperature of 34 degrees in the winter, there is a perfect opportunity between October and February to install new windows in your home. Optum Home Solutions has been serving Arizona and New Mexico with premium window installation services for 37 years and counting. Call to learn more today.