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 a house has single paned aluminum windows, the level of insulation offered will be low. It is better to install double paned gas filled windows with non conducive frames. When property owners select high quality windows and ensure that they are installed by a professional, competent and experienced contractor, they are able to save about twenty five to fifty two percent of their heating costs.

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 that are not energy efficient lose about twelve to thirty percent of heat in a year. Double paned clear glass, vinyl or wood framed windows can minimize your consumption of energy by about twenty four percent in areas with a cold climate in the winter. Older windows with a single pane cannot do this.

A remodeling contractor can advise you on the best new windows for your particular home. Manufacturers to choose from include Marvin Windows and Doors, Cascade Windows, Atrium Windows and Doors, Ply Gem Windows, Empire Pacific Windows, and Milgard Windows and Doors. If you upgrade to Windows that are Energy Star qualified, you can save on average 7 to 15 percent on your yearly household energy bills. At the same time you will be filtering out harmful ultraviolet light, and potentially saving hundreds of dollars each year on both cooling and heating costs.

Energy Star windows have two or three glass panes, which contain inert gases between the panes. These windows are very effective in preventing heat from getting out of a house. A special spacer and window frame material that keeps the glass panes the correct distance apart help to enhance the insulating abilities of windows too.




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