When you are thinking about investing in new windows, you need to know what to consider when making such an important home improvement. The first thing you need to take into consideration is the company's reputation. Only do business with a highly respected company with years of experience. The next thing you need to pay attention to is if the window is Energy Star certified. Pay attention to the Energy Star and National Fenestration Rating Council window labels. Here's a quick cheat sheet.
Energy Star/National Fenestration Rating Council-Facts You Need to Know:
- U-factor, or U-value, usually ranges from 0.20 to 1.20. Keep in mind that the lower the number, the better the window will be at keeping your expensive heat in.
- Solar heat gain coefficient is between 0 and 1. What you need to know is that the lower the number, the better the window is at blocking unwanted heat from the hot sun. In warmer climates, you want the lowest number. In colder climates, a higher number is better.
- Visible transmittance just shows you how much visible light a window lets in. Usually this number is between 0 and 1. As the number gets higher, so does the light.
Here at Tennessee Thermal, our reputation speaks for itself. Windows is our business and we feel that no other company offers a better product than ours. Every single window that bears our name is extremely energy efficient. Our windows are made with spacers using foam construction, making them extremely durable. Our smart windows also include sashes that open on both sides, which give you maximum ventilation. Our windows include a technology that reduces condensation so that mold and mildew is never an issue. Our top-rated window will keep your home comfortable and bills low, no matter what the season is outside. We love the great state of Tennessee and would love to come out and show you what sets our windows apart from all the rest.
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