Double pane windows offer a number of benefits to homeowners in the Dallas – Fort Worth area. They are more energy efficient, reduce noise pollution and can lower utility bills.
Maverick Windows offers a variety of double pane replacement windows. These include picture and specialty shape windows with narrow frames and full glass exposure.
Energy Efficient
Having double pane windows installed in your home is an investment that can pay for itself over time. The extra glass and space between the panes of a double hung window acts as insulation and helps keep your home cool in the summer and warm in the winter.
In addition, Low-E glass blocks the sun’s harmful UV rays and reduces solar heat gain. This lowers your cooling costs during the hot Dallas-Fort Worth summers. And during the cold Dallas winters, your heater doesn’t need to work as hard to keep your home warm.
If you’re looking for energy efficient replacement windows, a company that specializes in double-pane windows is the best option. They can provide you with options that meet ENERGY STAR requirements and have a long life span. They can also help you determine the best window replacement cost for your home. These prices vary based on the size of your windows and other factors that are unique to your home.
Increased Home Value
Windows can be one of the best upgrades you make to a home in terms of increasing its value and decreasing energy costs. New double pane windows are highly efficient, trapping in warmed or cooled air throughout the winter and summer. This means your HVAC system doesn’t have to work as hard to maintain a stable temperature in the home and thus reduces your energy bill.
Many double pane windows utilize argon gas between the two glass panes and a low-e coating to maximize their energy efficiency. This combination allows the argon to act as an insulator, minimizing heat loss in the winter and blocking the sun’s harmful UV rays during the summer.
Double-pane windows also provide superior soundproofing and a more comfortable living environment. These features have all contributed to increased home values across the country. In fact, according to HGTV, replacing single-pane windows with new double-pane windows can add up to a 12% increase in the value of your home.
Reduced Condensation
Double pane windows, also known as dual-pane windows, consist of two glass panes that are separated by an airtight seal that traps argon gas or simply air to reduce energy loss and provide more soundproofing. This sophisticated structure helps to sustain a stable interior temperature and prevent drafts while reducing condensation and eliminating the need for chemical dehumidifiers.
A silica desiccant is incorporated within the aluminum perimeter strip to help maintain dryness and avoid moisture build-up that causes condensation. This helps prevent the occurrence of foggy windows that occur when the window seal fails, letting in outside air.
This increased insulation will significantly lower your utility bills by allowing your heating and cooling system to run less often throughout the year, thus saving you money. However, to reap the best benefits of energy efficiency and comfort, you should install double-pane windows throughout your home. This will provide maximum energy savings. While replacing just one single window may make your home more comfortable, it won’t result in the same savings as installing double-pane windows throughout your North Texas home.
Increased Comfort
In addition to saving on energy bills Double pane windows have also improved the comfort of homes. They reduce condensation and drafts which means a more comfortable home year round. With less temperature fluctuations in your house your air conditioning system can run more efficiently making it cheaper for you to use.
The gap between the two glass panes of a double-pane window provides significant boost to the essentially nonexistent insulating properties of bare single-pane windows. This gap creates a vacuum that slows the transfer of heat and cold, better regulating your home’s temperature during extreme weather conditions.
The insulated nature of double-pane windows also helps to muffle unwanted noise. You can find them with an STC rating of up to 38, which means they are able to significantly reduce noise transmission from the outside world. This makes them a great choice for homeowners who live near busy streets, railroad tracks or construction sites.