Serving the Dallas & Fort Worth areas Watson Windows specializes in custom, energy-efficient vinyl and aluminum windows that are made specifically to stand up to the Texas climate.

Energy Efficient Windows

Energy Star Rating Qualifications

In today’s world, one of the greatest concerns in window replacement is energy efficiency. Saving money on energy bills is essential in an economy where more people are struggling with lower income levels and higher heating and cooling costs. By installing energy efficient windows, homeowners can save hundreds of dollars a year on utility costs.

The best way to determine if windows are energy efficient (which not only reduces spending but conserves natural resources and aids in keeping a cleaner, healthier environment) is to seek out ENERGY STAR rated windows. These products have a new label to help identify eligibility for federal tax credits, telling you if the window is ENERGY STAR qualified.

What Qualifies for ENERGY STAR Ratings

In order to qualify as an ENERGY STAR rated window, the product must:

1. Be manufactured by an ENERGY STAR partner;

2. Be independently tested and certified by the National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC); and

3. Have NFRC rating sthat meet strict energy efficient guidelines set by the US Department of Energy (DOE).

As of January 2010, ENERGY STAR qualified windows are meeting new performance levels. For a window to be energy efficient, it must meet these qualifications.

• Quality Frame Materials – A variety fo durable and low maintenance framing materials are available to help reduce heat transfer and provide better insulation.

• Multiple Panes – Two panes of glass, with a layer of air or gas in between, insulate better than a single pane window, and many ENERGY STAR qualified windows employ three or more panes for a greater resistance to elements.

• Low-E Glass – These windows contain a special coating that reflects infrared light, which helps to keep the heat inside in the winter and outside in the summer. This coating also reflects ultraviolet rays that can be damaging to furnishings and carpet in the home.

• Gas Filler – Argon and krypton, both non-toxic gasses, are used inside multi-pane windows to increase insulation and reduce convection of heat.

• Warm Edge Spacers – These spacers keep window glass panes the correct distance apart and help to insulate the pane edges.

To inquire about ENERGY STAR qualified windows, contact Watson Windows, your source for residential window installation and replacement services.