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Windows
Windows can be one of
your home's most attractive features. Windows provide
views, daylighting, ventilation, and solar heating in
the winter. Unfortunately, they can also account for 10%
to 25% of your heating bill. During the summer, your air
conditioner must work harder to cool hot air from sunny
windows. Install ENERGY STAR windows and use curtains
and shade to give your air conditioner and energy bill a
break. If you live in the Sun Belt, look into new solar
control spectrally selective windows, which can cut the
cooling load by 10% to 15%.
If your home has
single-pane windows, as almost half of U.S. homes do,
consider replacing them. New doublepane windows with
high-performance glass (e.g., low-e or spectrally
selective) are available on the market. In colder
climates, select windows that are gas filled with low
emissivity (low-e) coatings on the glass to reduce heat
loss. In warmer climates, select windows with spectrally
selective coatings to reduce heat gain. If you are
building a new home, you can offset some of the cost of
installing more efficient windows because doing so
allows you to buy smaller, less expensive heating and
cooling equipment.
Cold-Climate Window Tips
You can use a
heavy-duty, clear plastic sheet on a frame or tape
clear plastic film to the inside of your window
frames during the cold winter months. Remember, the
plastic must be sealed tightly to the frame to help
reduce infiltration.
Install
tight-fitting, insulating window shades on windows
that feel drafty after weatherizing.
Close your curtains
and shades at night; open them during the day.
Keep windows on the
south side of your house clean to let in the winter
sun.
Install exterior or
interior storm windows; storm windows can reduce
heat loss through the windows by 25% to 50%. Storm
windows should have weatherstripping at all moveable
joints; be made of strong, durable materials; and
have interlocking or overlapping joints. Low-e storm
windows save even more energy.
Repair and weatherize
your current storm windows, if necessary.
Warm-Climate Window Tips
Install white window
shades, drapes, or blinds to reflect heat away from
the house.
Close curtains on
south- and west-facing windows during the day.
Install awnings on
south- and west-facing windows.
Apply sun-control or
other reflective films on south-facing windows to
reduce solar gain.
$ Long-Term
Savings Tip:
Installing new, high-performance windows will
improve your home's energy performance. While it may
take many years for new windows to pay off in energy
savings, the benefits of added comfort and improved
aesthetics and functionality may make the investment
worth it to you. Today, many new window technologies
are available that are worth considering. Glazing
materials (the glass part of the window) now come
with a variety of selective coatings and other
features; frames are available in aluminum, wood,
vinyl, fiber glass, or combinations of these
materials. Each type of glazing material and frame
has advantages and disadvantages.
Shopping Tips for Windows
Look for the
ENERGY STAR.
When you're shopping
for new windows, look for the National Fenestration
Rating Council label; it means the window's
performance is certified.
Remember, the lower
the U-value, the better the insulation. In colder
climates, a U-value of 0.35 or below is recommended.
These windows have at least double glazing and a
low-e coating.
In warm climates,
where summertime heat gain is the main concern, look
for windows with double glazing and spectrally
selective coatings that reduce heat gain.
Select windows with
air leakage ratings of 0.3 cubic feet per minute or
less.
In temperate climates
with both heating and cooling seasons, select
windows with both low U-values and low solar heat
gain coefficiency (SHGC) to maximize energy
benefits.
Remember that new
windows must be installed correctly to avoid air
leaks around the frame. Look for a reputable,
qualified installer.
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