Windows, Doors, Skylight

Yo­ur windows may provide wonderful views of our lovely desert scenery; unfortunatel­y, they may also add higher costs to your energy bill year-round. If your home currently has single-pane windows, consider replacing them with ENERGY-STAR qualified windows that can help reduce your heating and cooling costs by up to 15%.  ENERGY-STAR qualified windows, doors and skylights offer advanced technologies including multiple panes, special reflective coatings, and improved framing materials that can help you save energy, cut costs, and maximize comfort. Choose a qualified installer to ensure proper installation and avoid air leaks around frames.

If replacing your windows, doors and skylights is beyond your budget right now, here are some tips that can help you improve their performance:

•    Add weather stripping around windows, doors and skylights to reduce drafts.
•  If your windows still feel drafty after weatherizing, install tight-fitting, insulating   window shades.
•    Close curtains on east-, south- and west-facing windows during the day on hot days.
•    Install shade covers, sunscreens and blinds to reduce heat.
•    Install white window shades, drapes or blinds to reflect heat away from the house.
•    Apply sun-control or other reflective window films on south-facing windows to reduce solar gain.
•    On cold days, close your windows and shades at night, and open them during the day.

For comprehensive energy-saving information, visit www.energystar.gov