ENERGY-STAR-certified windows can help save money in energy bills. They reduce drafts and cold air from entering homes, and they prevent harmful UV rays from coming in. They also make homes more comfortable and easier to cool.
JELD-WEN windows offer a blend of style and energy efficiency. Their designs, combined with features like Low-E glass and argon gas filling, ensure that your home stays warm in winter and cool in summer.
Vinyl
Energy-efficient windows provide comfort in the winter and coolness in the summer. They also reduce squeaks and drafts and help prevent harmful UV rays from entering your home.
Invented by Waldo Semon in the 1920s, vinyl is an adaptable material that offers beauty and insulation properties. It is budget friendly and requires minimal maintenance. PVC is made from a combination of chlorine (derived from common salt) and ethylene, which is produced through the cracking of hydrocarbons, such as petroleum or natural gas.
Wood
Wood windows offer a classic, elegant look that lasts. Today’s wood frames are designed to be durable, resistant to warping, and energy efficient. They’re also available with Low-E features that prevent harmful UV rays from entering your home, which can decrease cooling bills.
Energy-efficient windows help maintain a consistent indoor temperature, minimizing the need for artificial heating and cooling. They’re available in a variety of styles that complement your home. Look for features like narrow frames that maximize glass area, allowing for unobstructed views.
Aluminum
ENERGY STAR-certified windows can help reduce your home’s heating and cooling costs. They also reduce direct greenhouse gas emissions.
Aluminum is a metal, which means it conducts heat and electricity well. It also has a lustrous appearance and is corrosion-resistant. It’s also lightweight.
Windows are responsible for 25-30 percent of a home’s energy use. Adding new or replacing old windows can significantly boost your energy efficiency. Installing reflective energy-efficient windows can minimize heat gain, reducing air conditioning costs.
Fiberglass
Fiberglass windows are a great option for homeowners who want to save energy and money. They are strong, durable, and have superior insulation properties. They also have an airtight seal and can be made more efficient with argon gas or tinting.
Their strength allows for narrower frames, which expose more of the glass and allow in more natural light. They also don’t expand or contract during temperature changes like vinyl does, which can lead to drafts.
Casement
Often hinged at the side and operated using a crank, casement windows provide easy cleaning and great energy efficiency. They create a tight seal that minimizes air infiltration, which helps reduce heating and cooling costs.
This window design eliminates the leakage that occurs at the sash, a common problem in double-hung and sliding windows. It also lets you open your windows to freshen your home with a breeze or smokier proof it before guests arrive. These windows also maximize views and provide excellent ventilation.
Awning
Like casement windows, awning windows open outward from a hinge at the top of the frame and can stay closed in wet weather. They’re also energy efficient and allow for quick ventilation.
Energy Star-certified awning windows have Low-E coatings and argon gas fills. These features prevent heat from escaping during the summer and help your home stay comfortable throughout the seasons.
Choose from a wide variety of styles and colors to match your unique Cayce SC home style. Our awning windows come in aluminum and fiberglass frames that can be customized to fit your space perfectly.
Sliding
JELD-WEN sliding windows combine style and energy conservation. Their window replacements feature Low-E glass and argon gas filling. They keep the interior of the house comfortable during all seasons.
Energy-efficient sliding windows are often double or triple-paned, improving their insulating capabilities. They also feature Low-E glass that reduces heat transfer and blocks harmful UV rays. They also have a tight seal, which prevents air leakage.
Bay & Bow
If you want to add architectural interest to your home, increase natural lighting and seating or improve your view of the landscape, bow windows are an excellent choice. These arc-shaped window structures are customizable with your choice of four venting windows – usually casement or double-hung – that match the style of your home.
While bay windows protrude out from the home in sharp angles, bow windows are curved for a more elegant look. Watch this video to learn the differences between these two popular styles of window.