Energy-Efficient Windows vs. Traditional Windows

Are you paying high energy bills?

Most homeowners might be unhappy with the cost of their monthly energy bills but aren’t sure what to do about it other than complain about losing money. But did you know that the windows in your home greatly impact your energy bills?

In winter, your heat may be leaking through cracks in your windows, resulting in a rise in your heating bill. Some even see an increase of up to 25% percent.

In summer, the opposite happens. The strong UV rays from the sun enter in through poorly insulated glass windows, causing the interior of your home to become hotter. This causes your air conditioning units to work twice as hard to keep your home to your desired temperature.

The solution?

Energy-efficient windows!

Energy-Efficient Windows vs. Traditional Windows

Glass Coating

If low-emissivity coatings are applied to glass, it can help control the temperature within your home. A coating on the outside will reflect sunlight, thus keeping your home cooler. A coating on interior glass will keep the warm air inside your home.

Structure

The material of your window frame can also affect the temperature of your home. Traditional windows made from materials such as aluminum conduct a lot of heat, causing them to warm your home. This causes energy bills to increase during the summer. Also, most traditional windows are reported to leak air a lot because they are not properly sealed. Energy-efficient windows are filled with nontoxic gas that help prevent hot or cool air from escaping.

Energy Star

We are proud to carry Energy Star windows! It is guaranteed that every product with the Energy Star label has met strict federal guidelines for energy efficiency. Not only do these windows save homeowners a significant amount on monthly utility bills, they also reduce greenhouse emission gases, leaving a lighter carbon footprint than traditional windows.

Other Benefits

When you install energy-efficient windows in your home, you can spend less on heating and cooling equipment. And, because they won’t be working as hard to maintain your home’s temperature, they will require less maintenance and last much longer. It is also possible to obtain cash rebates for installing energy-efficient windows.

Are you ready to replace your traditional windows with top-quality energy-efficient windows from Energy Star? Contact our team! We will schedule a consultation so that we can begin prepping your home for new windows!