With the hype that climate change is
receiving these days, everyone is looking for ways to save energy
consumption. If you are one of those people, then Low-E windows may be
the solution you are looking for.
Why
are windows suddenly in the limelight for wasting energy? In its
website, the US Department of Energy states that 25%-35% of energy is
wasted in buildings through inefficient windows. This is in line with
what the California Energy Commission has to say. It estimates that 40%
of the cooling requirements of a typical building can be attributed to
solar heat gain through windows. With these data, won’t you start
looking for energy-saving windows?
Insulation Properties of Low-E Windows
Low-E Windows have low emissivity which
means that they are very good insulators due to their superb insulating
performance. 80%-98% of the heat in one’s room is maintained during
winter. Low-E windows offer the warmest glass temperatures in winter, which offers highest occupant comfort.
Installing Low-E Windows
It
is estimated that installation of Low-E Windows may take 20 to as much
as 60 minutes for each window. But because the time it takes to install
new windows depends on the condition of the existing windows being
removed, how many windows you’re replacing, and what’s being replaced,
it may be wise to relocate first as new windows are being installed in
your home or building.
Prices of Low-E Windows
This
is perhaps the biggest concern of home and building owners. How much do
Low-E Windows cost? Based on the national averages of RSMeans data, it
costs about $40-$55 per square foot if you want your existing dual-pane
windows removed and replaced with dual-pane low-e glass windows. This
may seem like a big investment to some, but rest assured that it will be
beneficial in the long run. Low E-windows with dual pane glass gives
greater energy savings than either type of window film. Take note,
however, that this cost covers glass replacement only. If you want to
replace your window frames, costs will increase.
If
you want to save money while saving Mother Earth, the Low-E Windows are
for you. Consult with a professional today to know more about these
energy saving windows.
Ferguson Construction and Aluminum
5804 Dubois Rd., Lakeland, Florida 33811
http://www.fergusonwindows.com/
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