Wondering why double glazed windows have become the new norm? These windows produce a more comfortable home that operate with greater energy efficiency, making them an easy choice when it’s time for window replacement. Energy ratings and optional features can vary, but any double glazed window will provide superior performance.
Double glazing means that the window has two panes of glass, with a gas-filled center that traps air. Ambient temperatures stay outside, while heating and air conditioning stay indoors. Your utility bills will reward you for the upgrade, and your family will notice consistent comfort.
Consider the following benefits of double glazed windows, and talk to us at D & D Glass Works about window installation in the Sonoma, Napa, and Marin Counties area.
#1. Save Money with Double Glazed Windows
If you replace single-pane windows or any window that is faulty or inefficient, expect your home energy bills to decrease. But how much? Many people save a few hundred dollars per year. The exact savings will depend on the size of your home, your heating and cooling equipment, and the quality of the double glazed windows you select. But make no mistake — windows with higher energy efficiency ratings will save you money.
In cooling season, dual-pane windows trap more air conditioning inside the home so the system can run less frequently (or you can set the temperature a few degrees higher). During heating season, the same windows trap your warm air inside.
#2. Greater Efficiency is More Eco-Friendly
The money you save with double glazed windows reflects a reduced carbon emissions footprint. In the San Francisco climate, you may even be able to get away with turning off the heating and cooling during the milder months of the year. According to the EPA, a home replacing single glazed with double glazed windows can save up to 6,000 pounds of carbon emissions — like saving 300 gallons of gasoline.
#3. More Consistent Home Comfort
If you’re accustomed to feeling drafty when sitting near a window, double glazed windows can help with that. At the breakfast table or lying in bed, you can enjoy more consistent temperatures because the double glazing prevents those uncomfortable cold or hot zones.
#4. Moisture Control
Double glazed windows produce less condensation than single glazed. This prolongs the life of your window frames by protecting them from moisture damage. It also helps with visibility.
#5. UV Protection
Upgrading your windows also offers the chance to add UV protection. Many replacement windows have special UV coatings that block out bad rays while letting in all the natural light you want. The result: better sun protection, plus reduced risk for fading colors on curtains and upholstery.
Time to update your windows? Looking for energy-efficient solutions? We’re the glass specialists of the Santa Rosa area and we install top brands like Andersen and Simonton. Get in touch with us to discuss your options for double glazed windows.