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Improving Your Home’s Energy Efficiency With New Windows

Of the many home improvements you can tackle this spring, replacing windows is one of the best many projects that can help improve a home’s energy efficiency. Newly-installed windows, after all, protect against extreme temperatures and keep air circulating throughout our homes. Renewal by Andersen® of Rapid City, a top choice for window and door replacement services, shares more insight.

The Windows’ Role in Home Energy Efficiency

New windows influence how well-insulated our home can be. Temperature changes inside and outside the home affect how quickly or slowly heated or cooled air escapes. Adequately fitted windows help minimize heat transfer, which then reduces heat gain in the summer and heat loss in the winter. This, in turn, lowers your home’s energy costs.

Windows also improve overall energy efficiency by allowing natural light to enter a room. Harnessing sunlight means lower dependence on electric lighting during most days unless shades block out radiation from direct sunlight. Air conditioning may become necessary if too much heat has built up within a room over time due to its presence.

Windows and Their Energy-Efficient Features

Window glass can either be single- or double-paned depending on what you’re looking for. They’re also available in French and sliding patio doors. Here’s how they can each help with energy efficiency.

  • Single-pane windows offer no additional insulation than your average wall panel as they quickly allow heated or cooled air to escape depending on the temperature outside your home.
  • Double-pane windows are more effective than single-pane windows when it comes to insulating your home. The presence of argon or krypton gas in between the panes helps with the windows’ thermal performance.

Cost-Benefit Analysis of Different Window Types

The initial cost of installing new windows can vary greatly depending on the type and size of window needed. Single-pane windows are the cheapest option, but their energy efficiency is significantly lower than double-paned windows. Long-term savings in energy costs can be significant due to reduced air loss from improved insulation. However, we should not overlook this as it has the potential to make it attractive during a renovation process focused on heightened energy efficiency.

Installing new windows is a great way to improve energy efficiency and save more on energy bills while making a home more comfortable. Get in touch with Renewal by Andersen of Rapid City at (605) 341-7831 to get a quote for your window replacement project. We also install sliding and French doors! You can also message us here to schedule a consultation. We serve homeowners in South Dakota, including Spearfish and Rapid City, SD.

Shelby Carothers

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