Fact To Consider When Choosing Energy-Efficient Replacement Windows

Replacing the windows in your home with builder’s grade windows will not increase the energy efficiency in your home, but the windows from a reputable manufacturer will reduce the amount of energy that is exchanged from the inside of your home to the outside of your home. There are many reasons why homeowners decide to […]

How do I find an Energy Efficient Windows?

Facts about Energy Efficient Windows Ratings Energy efficient windows help save money, and protect your investment. The U Factor of a window measures the rate of heat transfer and implies how good the window is insulated. The lower the U-Factor energy rating, the more energy efficient  the replacement window becomes. The NFRC label  provides window […]

Replacement Window Ratings Provide Homeowners with Valuable Information

Reading Window Labels for Replacement Window Ratings According to NFRC the energy lost through windows represents four to five percent of total annual U.S. energy consumption at a cost of $50 billion. NFRC Label Shopping Guide helps homeowners compare different products and make informed purchasing decisions. Most window manufacturers have an NFRC label. Below is […]

How To Reduce Window Condensation

Understanding Window Condensation in Your Home Did you know that moisture levels in the home are one of the easiest elements to alter so that mold will not grow in a house. Since people prefer humidity levels that are generally below the critical relative humidity for mold growth to occur, the simple acts of using […]

Simonton Window Replacement Cuts Energy Bill by 50%

          Energy-Efficient Replacement Windows Add Value Illinois homeowner Stu McDowell knows the value of a good energy-efficient window. An electrical engineer by trade, McDowell started selling windows for Evergreen Door and Window in 2001. His expertise in both areas led him to select Simonton vinyl windows with woodgrain interiors for his ranch-style home window replacement project. “Dollar-for-dollar, […]

Federal Tax Credits for Energy Efficient Replacement Windows

          Replacement Windows Tax Credits for Atlanta Homeowners Simonton Windows provides glass packages that are energy efficient and Energy Star Rated.  We found this very interesting when looking for Replacement Windows benefits.  Tax Credit amount is 10% of the cost, up to $500, but windows are capped at $200.  They must […]