Energy efficient windows increase the comfort in your home by reducing cold
drafts and making a house feel warmer and cozier in the winter and cooler and
drier in the summer.
They help control condensation because the interior surfaces of energy-efficient
windows stay warmer (using low-e gas / argon), allowing you to maintain a higher
level of humidity inside without worrying about condensation on your windows.
Have you ever noticed in older homes, perhaps yours, that when winter comes it
gets awfully dry inside. That's why people have humidifiers. After they crank up
the humidifier, they notice condensation on all their windows, sometimes so much
so that they're windows actually drip water onto the frame and down the wall.
Well insulated, energy efficient windows will eliminate this problem completely.
Energy efficient windows also reduce the noise from outside, which is a feature
that most people don't really think about before they buy replacement windows
but they do notice and appreciate after they're installed. A quiet, warm, cozy,
draftless home is something people truly enjoy.
Depending on your viewpoint, this could be the most important feature of all -
energy efficient windows save you a lot of money. By minimizing air leakage and
maximizing insulation, you will reduce your energy consumption. Canadians spend
about 40% of their energy costs on heating and cooling (the rest goes to power
your home, appliances, lights, etc). By reducing energy consumption, you're
saving money every single day.
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