When most homeowners look into San Jose, CA window replacement, it’s because their old windows are lacking in the efficiency department. Sure, they might not look great anymore, either and they may not function well. But when efficiency goes, it’s really time to get new windows. If you are overtired of the lack of efficiency, you might want to get the best, most efficient windows on the market. Keep in mind that your budget is important. Even standard windows are going to help your home with efficiency a great deal. But if you can afford upgrades, there are even more efficient options to consider.
Add A Pane Of Glass
Windows today come with double pane glass as part of the current standard. If you have only single pane glass now, even one extra pane is going to make a huge difference. But if you want even thicker efficiency levels, add a pane of glass to the standard and go with triple pane glass. This extra layer of glass helps insulate, but the space between the glass helps even more.
Switch Air For Inert Gas
There’s a space between window panes so whether you have double or triple pane glass you will see the space(s) between them. Normally, that space is filled with air, which helps to slow down any hot or cold air that might come through the glass. But if you have the space(s) filled with inert gas instead (which is denser than air) you’ll notice an even higher comfort level in your home. Argon and krypton gas both do a better job than air. While argon costs less, krypton is the most efficient.
Combat Fading And Hot Sunlight With Low-E Coatings
The sun can be a bear on a hot day, but you shouldn’t have to deal with that inside. Normally, you probably just close window coverings to keep the heat out but now, you can place low-E coatings on the glass and keep the heat out while allowing natural lighting in. The coating blocks UV rays so you don’t have to worry about items fading in the sunlight. There’s also no heat form the sun as the coating bounces that heat back out. It’s efficient, even in the winter, because during that time, the heat in your house will reflect back in, causing your HVAC to run less.
These are just a few of the ways to make the San Jose, CA window replacement project even more efficient. When you’re tired of old, inefficient windows, it makes sense that you would want to make things as efficient as possible with your new windows. Contact the professionals at The Screen Shop and we’ll go over all of the upgrades and options with you. It might turn out that your home is best with just one option or maybe you really need all three. Call us at (408) 295-7384 and we’ll ensure you get the most efficiency for your budget. You can stop in and see us at 601 Hamline St San Jose, CA 95110.