The Window Source Articles in the ‘Energy Efficient Windows’ Category
Why choose ENERGY STAR certified windows?
If you’re searching for replacement windows for your home, then you’ve likely noticed many window terms that may seem unfamiliar. One of the most important terms to pay attention to is ENERGY STAR certified. ENERGY STAR is the standard that distinguishes products that meet specific energy performance criteria. This rating ensures that the windows have been […]
The Science of Energy Efficient Windows
Windows lose more heat per square foot in the winter and gain more heat in summer than any other surface in our home. It is estimated that the energy used to offset unwanted heat losses and gains cost the United States $20 billion a year! That is a quarter of all energy used to heat […]
Removing Window Screens Could Improve Your Electricity Bill This Winter
How often do you think about your window screens? Do you clean them twice a year or take them down during the winter? Most people don’t, but they should! Leaving screens on your windows in the winter can have an impact on your heating bill. Additionally, the extra exposure to the elements affects their appearance […]
New Year’s Resolutions for Your Home
Don’t forget about your home when you’re setting goals for the new year! Investing in your home can improve your comfort while also increasing your home value and decreasing your monthly bills. Here are some of our goals for your home: Improve Energy Efficiency Energy efficiency saves money as well as valuable resources. Resolve to […]
Facts You Should Know About Cold Weather Window Replacement
Winter is often the time that you really notice that your windows are in need of TLC. Drafts begin to come in, heat loss becomes apparent, and signs of aging or rot begin to show. With all of that information, many homeowners believe that they need to hold out until warmer months to get their windows […]
Insulating Windows for A New England Winter
Do you have drafty windows? Air leaks are a simple thing to check for (instructions found here.) The most effective solution is to have your old windows replaced but there are some tools you can use in the meantime. Weather Sealing Weather sealing is cheap, effective, and available online or at most hardware stores. The general purpose […]
Sometimes we like to post a few inspirational photos on design ideas that we would Pin. Here are a few for you to mull (or drool!) over! Enjoy these New England kitchen layout and designs that we love… notice a trend? They’ve all got beautiful, natural lighting through big, energy efficient windows. […]
Three Simple Tests to Check Your Windows for Air Leaks
It’s time to start preparing our homes for the coming winter season, and that means checking for air leaks in your home windows. This simple chore can boost the energy-efficiency of your home, lower your energy bills and keep your family warm and cozy this winter. 1. Visual Test The most simple way to check […]
Energy Efficient Window Treatments
“In your home in winter, heat does not just disappear it leaves.” – Shanon Peterson Wasielewski. Did you know that in a typical one-story house, 15-22% of heat loss is attributed to the windows? That is before we even begin to consider the leakage of outdoor air entering the home through your windows! So what […]
Energy Efficient Window Replacement Will Increase Your Home Comfort and Energy Savings
A drafty New England house can be an uncomfortable place to be in the winter. Many houses in Massachusetts, Maine, and New Hampshire have drafty windows. The older windows often leak air between your house and the outdoors, which makes your heating and cooling systems work overtime all the time. If you’ve noticed this in […]
