Ways To Save Energy With New Windows
In the summertime when temperatures soar you don’t want to have to pay more! That’s why, in today’s article, we will be covering the top ways windows can save you money on your energy costs. Keep reading to learn more . . .
Tight Seals
Reason one windows save energy is that they provide your home with the tightest seal possible and insulating gasses to prevent air infiltration. They protect and keep all the cool air inside your home instead of letting it seep out through the cracks. This means your energy bills can go down and your comfort level will go up. Who wouldn’t love more stable room temperatures all year long!
No Cracks
Old or warn out glass can have large cracks or even micro cracks that let cool air escape through the glass. Additionally, old windows can have large or micro gaps between the frame and the wall. If you see gapping or cracking it’s time to get new windows. Stop paying to cool the outdoors. Keep all that cool air inside with new windows. Customers who switch to new windows can save up to 40% off their total energy costs. When your AC is running all summer you have to think about how much you want to spend to run it. Simply put, new windows can save you money and stop your AC from coming on all day and night.
Frames
Not only does the glass have insulating power but the frames themselves insulate and protect against air infiltration. These frames were designed to last long and stay strong. They insulate your home from the inside out and give you more stable room temperatures all year long.
Low-E Coatings
The last additional and added benefit to new windows is their Low-E coatings. At Conservation Construction our windows have 4 layers of Low-E coatings. What do these coatings do exactly? These Low-E coatings bounce harmful UV rays which heat up your home and cause bleaching, are bounced back outside so your home remains at a more stable temperature. Your furniture and floors won’t be bleached by the sun again either. It is these coatings that ensure your home is safe from the harmful sun for the life of the windows.
Final Thoughts
New windows really do save you a ton of energy because they are so efficient. Customers who switch to new window replacement can see a drop in their energy costs by up to 40%. If you are noticing cracks, gaps, or even high energy costs, it may be time to switch to new windows. You can visit our website today for a free quote for new windows. Thank you for reading today’s article and we will see you next week for another one.