| Whether you're replacing one or all of your windows, | | | | the type of glazing you choose to use on your |
| window replacement is a significant investment. You | | | | windows. Multiple layers of glaze on your windows |
| will come to find out that it is well worth the money | | | | can insulate your house and retain heat, which adds |
| invested when energy is being lost through your | | | | to the energy value. Today's marketplace includes |
| existing windows, or if you are looking to enhance | | | | several glazing options such as double or triple glazing, |
| the exterior aesthetics of your home. Before diving | | | | as well as argon-gas filled windows and a special |
| into a set of new windows, make sure that you are | | | | low-e coating (low-emissivity). For windows in |
| equipped with a little knowledge about today's | | | | warmer climates, it is suggested to pay attention to |
| window types and design. Also, stay focused on the | | | | low-E coatings because they reduce the solar heat |
| fact that your new window styles and sizes need to | | | | transmitted through the window pane and into your |
| complement your house. | | | | home. This significantly lowers the U-value, which |
| Aside from enhanced aesthetics, energy savings is | | | | ultimately increases the insulation ability. |
| the number one reason why homeowners are | | | | Another important factor drawn in with window |
| excited to replace their old windows. The truth is | | | | replacement involves window frames. Aside from the |
| that energy prices are on an upward spiral and | | | | glass, this may be the most important aspect of |
| energy efficient windows are one great way to fight | | | | your new windows. Window frames are now |
| against it. Replacing old windows is one of the easiest | | | | available in a variety of different materials which |
| and most apparent forms of energy savings. Through | | | | include wood, vinyl, vinyl clad wood, steel, aluminum, |
| these savings, new quality windows will pay for | | | | fiberglass, and composite plastic. Each material offers |
| themselves and continue to save you money | | | | a unique look and feel, as well as different levels of |
| throughout the years. | | | | energy efficiency. Additional differing features include |
| The number of dollars saved is determined greatly by | | | | level of maintenance, durability and cost. |