It may seem counterintuitive to schedule an exterior remodel during the colder months, but working with a year-round contractor to replace your siding and windows in the winter has a lot of benefits.
Bellwether is a year-round company and we understand the benefits and challenges of wintertime home exterior remodels. We work with homeowners to create realistic schedules and project plans any time of the year. However, there are benefits to scheduling a siding replacement during the Colorado winter, and doing so could save you time and money.
We have more time to make for you.
With a little more time for consideration, research different companies to find a contractor that is the right fit for your project. Not all contractors will have experience working through the winter—ask about schedules and labor through the cold, along with samples of work, testimonials, budgets, and expert suggestions to achieve your remodeling goals.
In the winter, with fewer requests for siding replacements, we have time available to meet with you, walk through your siding replacement needs, and demonstrate to you why we believe in our high-quality products and workmanship, enough to guarantee the work for a lifetime.
Schedules are open and you can take your time.
Siding and remodeling companies are inundated with work during the spring and summertime months. Winter work calendars are much more open, allowing you to find the best time to take on a remodeling project. Without the pressure to get on to our books, you have more time to consider design options, color choices, and the various siding products that will turn your house into the home of your dreams.
Shop new products at the start of the year.
Every year, new siding products are released to start the year. By planning a wintertime remodel, you’ll have access to the newest technologies and trending designs. Bellwether is a James Hardie Elite Preferred contractor, and we have access to all of the latest information and products available. When new products hit the market, we can incorporate them into your proposal, sourcing the perfect materials for your dream home.
There might be discounts for wintertime projects.
Even for established, year-round contractors, work in the winter slows down. Remodeling companies and siding contractors might be more flexible on pricing through slower work periods. There also may be winter sales on siding products and windows. Talk through possible discounts with your contractors.
Consider the weather and your remodeling goals.
As the cold seeps in, new siding and energy-efficient updates are front-of-mind. With long Colorado winters, an exterior remodel to start the year means you will benefit from the final result through the remaining cold months. This can save you money throughout the remaining winter, and guarantee your family’s comfort throughout the cold.
But in Colorado, winters also offer us sunny, warmer days, making it easy on your remodeling team. Milder winters offer plenty of ideal days to complete projects, which could shorten the timeline of your home exterior remodel. Our work queue is also considerably shorter during the winter months, opening up space for quicker work.
Flexibility is key—surprise inclement weather may slow a work schedule—but a siding or window replacement is worth the wait and will benefit your energy bills and comfort before winter ends; and there is a chance that you could find yourself in your dream home on an even quicker timeline than during a summer remodel.
