They were so inefficient and drafty, that the upper level of the house was usually 5 – 8 degrees and more colder in winter than the lower level, where most of the windows are completely sealed units. The opposite was true in summer.

Although I’m not opposed to cold bedrooms, I AM opposed to literally throwing my heating dollars out the window — and as of tonight, there is only one degree of temperature difference between the different levels. Hurray!

Here’s a sneak peek video of the window replacement process for one of the larger windows.

So, how are you going greener?

Planning to replace your windows, doors or furnace? Leave a comment and let us know!

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Windows are the openings to the world. They provide light and style to a house or an office.

There are many types of windows on the market. If a home owner has an old house and wants to add a personal touch to it they can replace the windows with new, more efficient ones.

The same goes for your business. Installing new windows in your office building or commercial property is the best way to upgrade your building and save money on heating and cooling.

Selecting the proper window will not only make one’s space look better but it can also save you a lot of money in the long run. Replacing windows not only adds resale value to a house but also decreases heating and cooling costs for future. With so many brands and designs, whether residential or commercial requirement, you should shop around for the best prices and values.

Replacing windows in both residential and commercial establishments can give the place a comfortable feel. Replacement windows can be custom made to your specifications. These are sometimes a bit costly to replace, but can give one’s home or business a comfortable feeling.

There are plenty of designs and windows that fit almost any decorating style and budget. A project like this is a big capital outlay, but it will pay back large rewards in the future. Just the comfort of knowing that your energy bills can decrease is a good feeling.

With energy costs rising everyday, an easy way to protect the wallet is to replace those old windows. Replacement windows have various features that will help keep heat in and drafts out. Most newly constructed windows have double panes of glass. This means that there is 2 pieces of glass per window.

Some windows are even being manufactured to have 3 panes of glass per window. This is to ensure that heat or air conditioning on the inside doesn’t leak outside. When going for energy efficient windows, ask about any products that have an energy star rating. These windows exceed the government standard for replacement windows. You might also qualify for tax credits when you replace windows.

Commercial windows have also evolved recently. They are no longer single pieces of glass, but can be made similar to residential windows. Some even have higher standards and features than the more popular replacement windows.

With technology racing to be the best, some windows for businesses are designed to help secure the high-tech business offices of today. Some of these windows have various coatings that eliminate sound and cut down on the glare and harmful rays from the sun.

The day lighting feature means that it blocks UV rays that can damage machines, people’s skin and fade an environment. Sound eliminating takes what would be heard outside and blocks it out. This is not 100% but is better than the older windows where one could hear street noises.

Most windows have a variety of coatings available. Some companies use the reflective coatings to block out the heat from the outside. This makes the climate much more comfortable for people inside.

Since there are many types of replacement systems for both your home and business, isn’t it time to get rid of those drafty and dated windows that are thirty, forty, or more years old? This is an investment that will add value to your property, comfort to the folks inside, reduce your heating and cooling costs, and possibly get you a break as well.

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