Energy-efficient windows have been shown to reduce energy costs and greenhouse gas emissions, allowing homeowners to save money while using less energy. They’re most recognized for keeping cool or warm air in your home from escaping, and there are other benefits.

Lower HVAC Costs

Peak cooling and heating demands are reduced with high-performance energy-saving windows. So, in the sweltering heat of summer, you’ll notice that your air conditioner isn’t working as hard to keep the inside of your home comfortable.

Increased Comfort

Even in the cold winters, there will be no more uncomfortable drafts while you sit by the windows. Regardless of the weather outside, high-efficiency windows make your home’s interior more comfortable. Having a well-built roof and a quality siding helps enhance indoor comfort further.

Reduced Condensation

Due to the window’s capacity to control humidity, you won’t see frost or condensation in the winter because the internal glass surface is warmer.

Increased Daylighting

Energy-efficient windows come equipped with a low-emissivity (low-e) coating that allows natural light to enter your home. Since there’s no need to apply a special tint film on the glass, you can take advantage of more daylight while enjoying better outdoor views without having to worry about the threat of heat gain.

Little to No Interior Fading

The sun’s rays enter your home through your windows, causing anything from paper and paint to carpeting and wood to fade over time. You can minimize the intensity of sunshine passing through your home with new, energy-efficient windows, which help to prevent interior fading.

When Is the Best Time for Window Replacement?

The best time to replace your current windows with energy-efficient ones is during the spring and early summer months when outdoor conditions are neither too hot nor too cold and you aren’t relying too much on your AC to keep your indoors comfortable. Scheduling this project in cold weather means letting in drafts during the installation, which then forces your HVAC system to work harder to keep you warm. Similarly, doing the replacement on a hot summer day won’t do you – and your installers and your AC unit, most especially – any favors.

Schedule a Window Consultation!

Replacing your old windows this spring can make a difference for your home’s energy efficiency. To help you see that significant change, turn to Exterior Building Solutions! Count on us to provide other top-notch exterior improvement services as well, from installing entry doors to replacing old roofs. Call us today at (314) 470-8783, or fill out this contact form to schedule a window evaluation. We look forward to hearing from you! We proudly serve the areas in and around St. Louis, Wildwood and Chesterfield.