Friday, March 31, 2017

A Portland Remodeling Contractor Gives Advice On How To Reduce Heating Costs

By Rae Patricio


You could save a bundle on heating costs if you ask a remodeling contractor to replace your older windows with new energy-efficient windows. Most of your potential savings will depend on the characteristics of your new windows compared to your old windows. A Portland remodeling contractor can assist you in various ways.

If your home has single pane aluminum windows, they will not insulate it very well. You can see great savings if you upgrade to double pane windows that are filled with gas and have non conducive frames. If you choose high quality windows and have a remodeling contractor who is experienced, well qualified and professional to install your window, you could save from 25 to 52 percent on heating expenses.

Your savings will actually end up paying the cost of new windows. More importantly, you'll experience a cozier home with enhanced value and beauty. You will also most likely brag to friends about how you have magically reduced your heating bills.

Windows with low energy efficiency lose 12 to 30 percent of heat annually. Windows that have double panes and clear glass with a vinyl or wood frame can minimize the consumption of energy by about 24 percent during the winter in areas with a cool climate. Windows that have a single pane cannot achieve this.

A remodeling contractor can help you to select the most suitable windows for your house. Some of the window manufacturers available include Cascade Windows, Marvin Windows and Doors, Ply Gem Windows, Atrium Windows and Doors, Milgard Windows and Doors and Empire Pacific Windows. If you replace your windows and install Energy Star qualified windows, you can save about seven to fifteen percent of your annual household energy expenses. In addition, the windows will filter out harmful UV light and allow you to save hundreds of dollars per year on both heating and cooling expenses.

Energy Star windows include double or triple glass panes that have argon or other inert gases between each pane. These types of window greatly improve your ability to stop heat flow running out of your house. Special window frame material and spacers to keep glass panes the right distance apart can improve a window's insulating abilities as well.




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