Breaking Down Plantation Shutter Costs in Dover
There are several reasons that Dover homeowners choose interior plantation shutters. Their gorgeous looks, peerless energy efficiency, and effective light control are all benefits of going with shutters for your windows. But when you’re planning a home addition, you might want to keep final costs in mind. “How much do plantation shutters cost?” is one of the questions we usually hear during a conversation.
Because every Dover home is individual and there is such a variety of shutter options to choose from, it’s difficult to give a concrete answer to that question unless the details of the project are fully appraised, and if a shutter company offers a direct price without knowing your individual needs and wants, you may not be getting what you want.
If you’re aware of the variables that might have an effect on the cost of your shutter project, you can get a ballpark approximation of your final cost. Let’s take a look at some of those variables.
What Can Affect Plantation Shutter Prices?
Since all Sunburst plantation shutters are custom-made for your windows, the cost will fluctuate according to your individual needs. These are a few variables that can influence the price of your shutters.
The Material Of Your Plantation Shutters
Our four categories of plantation shutters are all composed of different materials. Polywood® plantation shutters and our brand-new Studio™ shutters are built from a faux-wood compound, Ovation® wood shutters are built from real hardwood, and Reclaimed Wood shutters are constructed from repurposed lumber.
Of our shutters, Studio shutters are typically the most budget-friendly, as they’re designed specifically to be the best combination of value and convenience. Polywood plantation shutters are another cost-effective option, since they’re 100% American-made, eliminating costs of harvesting and shipping natural material.
The Size & Shape of Your Windows
Typically, plantation shutters are priced based on square-footage, so that larger window shutters will have a higher price tag than smaller window shutters. Knowing the basic measurements of your windows might help you create an initial estimate, but don’t worry too much about measuring as our team will get an exact measurement for you during your free in-home consultation.
There exist a couple of other factors that can influence your shutter price: the style of your frame, your preferred finish, or additional details like hidden tilt rods.
The point is that there are so many variables that can affect the price that asking “what do shutters cost?” may be doing yourself an injustice by hiding the full picture.
Plantation Shutters Offer Benefits Worth Investing In
Compared to some other window treatments homeowners can choose in Dover, it’s a fact that plantation shutters may require you to invest a little more. But when you bear in mind the numerous benefits that only plantation shutters offer, the investment is incredibly reasonable.
Energy Efficiency - Only plantation shutters offer best in class energy efficiency and insulating properties. Polywood shutters in particular are able to block nearly half of the heat transfer from your windows, where other window treatments can’t even come near that level of insulation. That results in dollars saved on your home HVAC bills throughout the year.
Lastingness - What do you think is the typical lifespan of a drapery or a set of blinds? A few years, perhaps more, if you’re extremely fortunate. Each time you need to replace a cheap window treatment is extra money out of your wallet and more time taken from your weekend. But when you install plantation shutters on your windows, you know that you’re putting in a window treatment that will last a lifetime. We guarantee it.
Home Value - The typical homebuyer does a lot of research, and they know the perks of plantation shutters. That’s why, just like brand-new appliances or gorgeous hardwood floors, plantation shutters can increase home resale value.
Aesthetics - Perhaps more than any reason listed above, plantation shutters are chosen because they just look great. No other window treatment offers the same classic aesthetic or the particular look and sleek elegance as shutters.
Let's Talk
If you’re ready to add these benefits to your home, Sunburst Shutters Delaware wants to help. Our window experts can come to your home, show you all your choices and offer an accurate estimate for your project that takes all your needs into account.
To begin, schedule a free in-home consultation by calling 301-835-1611 or filling out the form below. Together we can find the best solution for both your budget and your home.