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Advantages of Replacement Windows - Boost Your Home's Energy Efficiency and Aesthetic Appeal
By Lora Tucker
Windows are so much more than aesthetic home appeal. In fact, windows are one of the most important aspects to your home's overall energy efficiency. From passive solar properties to the importance of determining your expectations for your new windows, various aspects of replacement windows should be evaluated when you're considering upgrading your home's energy efficiency.
What's the buzz about low-e windows?
Does your wall of western-facing windows heat your family room sauna-style in the summer months? Does the warmer climate you live in seem to penetrate your older windows? When upgrading to insulated windows, you'll want to consider the advantages of low-e window coatings. Low-e properties reduce the solar heat that's transmitted through the window pane, meaning less heat transfers to your home's interior. Partnering with your home's innate insulation ability, low-e rated windows will help keep your home cooler during hot months.
Why is U-value important in colder climates?
The goal of replacement windows in a cold climate is to keep heat inside. That's why the U-value is important. The U-value measures the insulation ability of windows: the lower the U-value, the better the insulation ability.
How do window glazes work?
Window glaze boils down to energy efficiency. Multiple layers of window glaze better insulate your house, keeping heat inside. Consider using insulated glass units (IGUs) to increase your home's energy efficiency. IGUs are typically double pane windows that contain gas (either argon or krypton) between the glass panes, and are used to lower the U-value. IGUs are also sold as triple pane vinyl windows. If you can see condensation between your current window panes, the seal containing the gas has been compromised, and your windows are no longer as efficient. It may be time to consider window replacement.
What about aesthetic appeal in energy efficient windows?
In addition to considerations of energy efficiency, aesthetics and natural flow are crucial when evaluating window replacement. How would you like air to flow through your home? Will your home be able to take advantage of a rolling spring breeze? Are the replacement windows easy to maintain? What type of appeal do you want your new windows to add? Pay attention to your home's design when deciding which replacement windows you should choose.
Want more information about replacement windows?
Investing in the energy efficient value of your home is important. New windows are a great choice, both for energy efficiency and aesthetic appeal. Make sure you're choosing the right windows for your home and budget, and try to get at least three quotes from reputable local replacement window contractors.
About the Author:
Lora Tucker is a freelance writer for QuinStreet, Inc. She is a licensed and practicing real estate agent in Nevada for HomeGate Realty, with a degree from the University of Nevada, Reno, in Marketing and Journalism. Her previous experience includes real estate lending for a Fortune 500 company, along with a sales, marketing and writing background. Lora also owns and writes a Foodie-Cooking blog.
