Did you know that more than 40% of the costs of heating and cooling your house could be caused by the energy loss occurring through your old, drafty windows? Having the right windows is crucial to minimizing heating and cooling costs. Here are the factors to consider to ensure you choose the most energy efficient windows for your Northeast Ohio home.
Energy Star Certification
One way to get the most energy efficient windows is by upgrading to an Energy Star-certified window system. Windows certified by the federal Energy Star program are almost twice as efficient as the average replacement windows. They are rigorously tested to meet certain performance standards. Certified windows will have Energy Star and National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC) labels.
Low-E Glaze
You should also consider choosing windows with Low-emissivity (Low E) coatings for several parts of your house. These thermal protection layers prevent harmful UV rays from increasing your home’s temperature and causing fade damage. In the summer, the coatings help retain your home’s conditioned air and reflect outdoor heat. They retain indoor heat and reflect cold in the winter.
Double-Pane Glass
Double-paned windows provide considerably more insulation than single-paned windows. As a result, they can make a significant difference to your utility bills. While triple-paned windows can be more energy-efficient than double-paned windows, particularly in harsh climates, they can also affect light transmittance and visibility.
Gas Inserted
A window with Argon gas inserted between the panes of glass further improves insulating properties, making your house more energy-efficient.
By reducing your home’s energy usage, energy-efficient windows help you reduce your carbon footprint. They also help make your home more comfortable throughout the year. To learn more about the most energy efficient windows, contact Energy 1 Heating & Air Conditioning. We help Lorain-area homeowners improve their home comfort and keep their energy usage to a minimum all year.
Energy 1 Heating & Air Conditioning
1 (440) 246-5440
Serving the Lorain, OH Area