If we’ve said it once, we’ve said it…well, a lot. Your windows account for 25-40% of your annual heating and cooling costs, according to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). Yikes! So you have to ask yourself, “Are my windows energy efficient?”

“If your home has very old and/or inefficient windows, it might be more cost-effective to replace them than to try to improve their energy efficiency,” according to the United States Department of Energy (DOE).

With winter right around the corner, now is the perfect time to start looking into Replacement Windows. But not just any replacement windows, ENERGY STAR Qualified replacement windows.

“Fall is the perfect time to replace windows and doors, before utility costs peak this winter,” said Bob Merrill, JELD-WEN executive vice president of sales and marketing.

The Benefits of ENERGY STAR Qualified Replacement Windows

When it comes to choosing replacement windows, energy efficiency is the name of the game. And when it comes to energy efficiency, ENRGY STAR reigns supreme. In fact, ENERGY STAR qualified replacement windows can yield between 7-15% annual savings on household energy bills. To put this into more quantifiable terms, replacing single-pane windows with ENERGY STAR qualified replacement windows can save homeowners $126–$465 a year, while replacing double-pane can yield savings between $27 and $111 annually.

“New, energy-efficient windows eventually pay for themselves through lower heating and cooling costs, and sometimes even lighting costs,” according to the DOE.

ENERGY STAR Qualified Replacement Windows from JELD-WEN

An ENERGY STAR® Partner since 1998, JELD-WEN is a recognized leader in manufacturing energy efficient products. JELD-WEN’s extensive line of products are sold globally through multiple distribution channels, including retail home centers, wholesale distributors and building products dealers, such as Architectural Window Supply.

For the past 20 years, Architectural Window Supply has been the go-to choice for Maryland homeowners, builders, and architects who need personalized, knowledgeable service. When you come to us for information and guidance, we’ll make sure you get what you need.

If you have any questions about ENERGY STAR Qualified Replacement Windows, or wish to schedule a free consultation, please contact Architectural Window Supply by calling 410-266-5254 or visit our website! You can also follow us on Facebook and Twitter as well!