The windows of your home play a crucial role in regulating indoor temperatures and lowering energy costs. Upgrading to ENERGY STAR certified double pane windows can reduce energy bills by as much as 20%. These windows feature windowpanes with a Low-E coating that helps to reflect heat and harmful UV rays, reducing your need for air conditioning.
Low-E glass
In Houston’s sweltering climate double-pane windows help you control your home’s interior temperature. They also reduce air conditioning strain, minimize your electricity costs and protect your furniture, carpets and wood floors from fading from UV light. The insulated glass unit (IGU) with Low-E and argon gas between the two layers of glass blocks heat flow, lowering your energy bills.
The type and number of coats on the window glass determines its insulating capability. Our top choice is Cardinal’s LoE 366 glass, which features three invisible coatings that reflect heat and allow 66% of visible light to pass through. However, even the best windows can fail if the seal becomes stressed. Indicators of this problem include condensation and a foggy or hazy appearance. Our professionals can repair the seal to restore your windows’ insulating performance.
Argon gas
Argon is a colorless, odorless gas that is used in double-pane windows to improve insulation and reduce condensation. It has a low thermal conductivity, which helps keep the interior of your home at a consistent temperature and lowers your energy bills.
Unlike air, which can leak between window panes, argon is captured between the glass of an insulated glass unit and is permanently sealed in place. This ensures that argon stays intact for the life of your windows, which reduces maintenance needs and energy loss.
While argon-filled windows cost more than single-pane windows, they provide several benefits that make them worth the investment. These include improved energy efficiency, reduced condensation, and noise reduction. In addition, they are more durable than single-pane windows and can increase your home’s value.
Transparent glass
Unlike single pane windows, double-pane windows (also known as insulated glass units) feature two layers of transparent glass separated by a spacer and an insulating gas like argon. This insulation reduces energy costs, limits UV rays and noise pollution, and adds to your home’s resale value.
The Houston climate can strain your air conditioning system, but with insulated windows, your HVAC doesn’t have to work as hard to keep your house comfortable. The spacers and argon gas between the glass reduce heat gain in summer and cold air loss in winter, cutting down on your energy bills and carbon footprint. They also limit outdoor noise pollution, which can be a big plus for residents living near railroad tracks or busy roads. The insulated design of double pane windows also limits condensation buildup between the glass.
Spacers
In Houston’s climate, double pane windows are a must-have for home energy efficiency. They keep your cool air in, the harsh summer sun out and slash your energy bills for years to come.
They feature two glass panels with a spacer and an insulating agent like argon gas between them, creating a thermal break that reduces the transfer of heat from the inside to outside your home. In addition, they are available with UV-filtering Low-E coatings that protect your fabrics and furniture from color fading and make your home more comfortable.
While they are slightly more expensive upfront, high-quality windows pay for themselves through energy savings and increased home value. If you’re thinking about upgrading your Fort Bend or Harris County home, choose a trustworthy window replacement company with transparent pricing and a proven track record of satisfied clients.
Hardware
The sealed air space and argon gas between double-pane windows reduce heat transfer, helping to keep your home comfortable in summer and winter. This translates to reduced reliance on your heating and cooling system, which can save you money on energy bills.
These windows also offer improved soundproofing, which can make your house quieter and more peaceful. They are especially suitable for urban homes near busy roads.
Double-pane windows have a low-emissivity coating that prevents harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays from heating your home and damaging furniture, carpets, and other household items. They also feature a thicker frame than single-pane windows, which adds additional insulation to your home. They are more expensive than single-pane windows, but they can pay for themselves in lower energy costs and improved comfort.