Even though the winter season is in full swing here in Connecticut, many homeowners are already starting to think about springtime upgrades and changes they’d like to make this upcoming year. Whether your New Year’s resolution consists of decluttering, reducing your footprint or making necessary home improvements, there is likely a list somewhere that you’ve already jotted down to start making those promises happen.
When it comes to improving your home’s value, reducing energy waste and getting a makeover to your space, there’s one project that does it all. That is Vinyl window replacements. Many homes on the market are being bought by younger generations for the next chapters in their lives.
Whether you’ve recently bought your home or have been living there for years, taking time to assess the windows and upgrade them is well worth it.
For this post, we’re looking exclusively at how vinyl replacement windows can help you to meet those energy efficiency resolutions and budgeting goals you set for 2020.
Cost Savings of Energy Efficient Windows
We’ll start with the most important benefit: Cost savings. With a weakening economy, everyone is trying to cut unnecessary spending in their homes. One way to reduce HVAC spending is with new windows. Energy-efficient windows aren’t just going to stop drafts and leaks that could wreak havoc on your utility bills, they’re also going to reduce the peak heating and cooling loads thanks to Low-E glass protected by a thin layer of metal. This reduces the cold and hot air coming in and out and the work your HVAC system has to do to maintain indoor temps. Some homes will even be able to reduce the size of their heating and cooling systems to save even more!
Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions
There is an increasing pressure to save our planet today from the harmful effects of human activity. Greenhouse gases – especially carbon dioxide are causing global warming of the planet and leaving all of us at risk. To help curb this everyone is asked to do their part in recycling, reducing waste and being smarter about their energy outputs. With ENERGY STAR certified windows you’ll not only save money but also has a domino effect by using less energy in your home less greenhouse gas emissions from power plants.
