3 Ways Window Treatments Save You Money On Energy Bills
In Gainesville, homeowners are always looking for ways to save money on their energy bills. Some realize that windows are the number one reason for heat waste. But only a few recognize that window treatments can make the difference between a house that’s easily cooled and heated and one that is a headache to manage. Here are three ways energy efficient window treatments help you save actual bucks on your power bills.
Minimize Airflow
After the glass window, the material of an energy saving window treatment and its functionality signal how good it is at minimizing airflow. A blind or shade, with their delicate design, offer little to no barricade to the impact of wind. Shutters on the other hand are made from wood and non-wood material that creates the perfect second wall between you and the external climate. Consider Polywood®, for example. Its progressive insulation system blocks as much as 30 degrees of airflow from a window. That’s the most you’ll find anywhere in Gainesville, if not America. And with airflow minimized, your heating and cooling system works less to counter the impact of Florida’s temperatures.
Resist Moisture, Humidity, & Heat Absorption
In a double-pane window, Polywood shutters have an R-Value of over 6. Compared to other shutters on the market, that’s the most thermal resistance rating of insulation material.
On top of that, Polywood is moisture-proof, resisting humidity and moisture that can affect room temperature. This means less energy is spent on countering the effects of heat and humidity.
Reduce Heat Transfer
Window treatments are a great way to eliminate heat transfer. And what the window treatment is comprised from greatly impacts its ability to stop heat and cold from fluctuating the temperature in the room. Your window is best covered with a shutter such as Polywood. With a 45.96% reduction in heat transfer, Polywood shutters make sure that the atmosphere in the room is pleasant and unimpacted by the climate outside. Reducing heat transfer results in less power needed to maintain the temperature of the room.
Get Your Energy Savings
Polywood shutters are up to 70% more energy-efficient than wood shutters and up to 1600% more than aluminum blinds. This means actual dollars saved on your energy bills. If you’re looking to make the most of your energy savings, combine Polywood shutters with Solar Gard window film. The window film adds another layer of protection, rejecting up to 87% of solar heat and blocking 99% of harmful UV rays.
Ready to get your energy savings? During an in-home consultation, we’ll bring our window treatment samples and show you in-person how energy efficient Polywood shutters truly are. Schedule your free in-home consultation today by calling 813-602-5966 or submitting the form below.
