It's easy to notice the attributes of a newly built home that scream out at you, like the floor plan, attractive amenities, and bathroom and bedroom count. This should be a key consideration for your future comfort and speaks to the potential re-sale value of your home someday, not to mention your own pocket book.
Window shopping is more complicated than it used to be.
In fact, you'll find dozens of types around. There are windows with metal, wood, vinyl, fiberglass, and composite frames. Each type of window allows heat, light, and air to pass through in varying amounts, which affects how comfortable your house is in both winter and summer. This, of course, can affect your utility costs as well. To make sure you are buying a new home with the appropriate type of windows, you have to match your needs with the different features available.