Windows R Us North says that chances are, it’s not your heater—it’s your windows. As windows age—especially windows that were manufactured years ago—the elements begin to affect window frames, causing them to warp and crack. This allows cold air to enter your house during the winter while warm air escapes.
Your windows can be failing you in other ways, too. If your windows feel cold during the winter, that means that when the warm air in your house comes into contact with the cold of the window, it causes the air temperature inside to drop. That’s why you may feel a draft when your walk or sit near one of your windows.
The easiest way to save money on your heating bills is to buy energy-efficient replacement windows.
- New windows are more energy efficient than ever before. While windows made years ago were somewhat energy efficient, new standards have been put into place to ensure that consumers are now getting windows that have a Low-E reflective coating and have argon gas in between the panes, which keep cold air out during the winter and hot air out during the summer. These options make a definite difference and add up to big savings. In fact, EnergyStar.gov says that choosing the right window can save you up to $424 a year over single pane windows!
- Homeowners can claim a tax credit for the purchase of ENERGY STAR qualified windows, doors, and skylights from January 1, 2012 until December 31, 2013. You can receive a tax credit equal to 10% of the product cost up to $200 for eligible windows.
If you’re in need of windows for your home, give Duane (my husband) a call at 412-607-3544. And here’s one more way you can save money: Tell him that you’re a Macaroni Kid reader, and he’ll give you an extra $30 off PER WINDOW on a Low E and Warranty Package.
