Windows can make a big difference in your home’s energy consumption. Upgrading to new, Energy Star-certified windows can save up to $583 a year in energy costs. In addition, they can protect your furniture and reduce the amount of moisture in your house. There are two types of window installations: full-frame and pocket installation.
Pella
Pella is one of the most recognized window brands in the United States. The company offers a variety of styles and materials to fit your budget and design preferences. It also offers a wide range of energy efficiency features. In addition, its products are durable and weather resistant.
The Pella Impervia line of fiberglass windows is especially durable and resists extreme temperatures. Unlike vinyl windows, which are prone to melting and breaking under extreme conditions, the Pella Impervia windows are made of pultruded fiberglass that can withstand temperatures from -40°F to 180°F.
Pella has a good track record in customer service, with positive reviews on online review sites. The company has a limited lifetime warranty on its products and offers additional protection for wood components, hardware, and paint finish. Its products also feature a low-e glass option, which reduces heat loss and gains in your home and helps lower your energy bills. In addition, the company offers a range of smart features such as motorized blinds and shades and Insynctive Technology.
Andersen Windows
Andersen Windows and Doors offer an extensive line of energy efficient products that reduce your home’s energy bills, maximize comfort (by reflecting the sun’s heat in the summer and trapping it in the winter), and minimize the environmental footprint of your property. They also provide a range of style and color options that allow you to customize your new window replacements. Their E-Series and A-Series lines include dynamic shapes, dramatic sizes, exotic wood, and custom colors.
Energy Star
The City supports the Energy Star rating system which helps to reduce the demand for nonrenewable resources in homes and businesses. This program is run by the US Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Energy. In 2011, Salt Lake City was ranked 24th in the nation for having the most Energy Star certified buildings. The City also participated in the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) rating system. This program involves architects, planners, engineers, environmental consultants, professors, political leaders and energy experts to create healthy environmental design standards for buildings and communities. Salt Lake City also works with Utah Building Energy Efficiency Strategies to encourage private business and schools to benchmark their energy usage with Portfolio Manager.