Home Builder: Energy Efficient Windows

Home Builder: Energy Efficient Windows

Homes consume about 21 percent of the total energy in the U.S., and according to Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL), windows are responsible for consuming 25 to 30 percent of residential heating and cooling. That’s a lot of energy.

Windows are an important component of a home’s energy performance. They are also one of the more costly and multifaceted building products with a wide-range of options. Over the last 20 years, window technology and building codes have advanced to the point where low-e windows are commonplace and usually required. However, optimizing window technology and related design decisions is not well understood.

A great window isn’t a great window unless it’s properly installed. No matter how advanced the glazing and frame materials, the ultimate window performance also depends on the quality of its installation. Improper installation will contribute to air leakage, unnecessary heat loss, condensation, and water leakage. This may lead to diminished energy performance as well as deterioration of walls, insulation, and the window unit. Therefore, window installations must maintain critical air and water barriers and reduce heat loss and condensation.

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