You don’t need to watch home improvement shows to know that energy efficiency already tops most people’s lists of ‘must-haves’ on new home purchases. Windows offer the biggest opportunity to improve the building envelope (i.e. the exterior walls, foundations, roof, windows and doors) leading to improved energy savings and improved comfort. Comfort means different things to different people. In Canada, there are few debates more divisive than the appreciation for winter. It’s cold. It snows. You find out the hard way, thanks to high bills or a cold house, how energy efficient (or not!) your home truly is. The one thing we can all agree on, is that you want control over what is comfortable to you in your own home. There are a few things you can do to manage the temperature in your home. Relying on your HVAC system as the sole method of maintaining the temperature can…
Air conditioning is fantastic on a hot day, but the cost of cooling can add up. Filling an inflatable pool with ice in the backyard isn’t the only way to beat the heat. Windows can play…
Winter is a season that homeowners tend to have a love/hate relationship with. When the weather gets cold, your home becomes a cozy and warm sanctuary. At the same time, you may see an increase to…
Low-E (low emissivity) glass helps keep your home warm in the winter and cool in the summer. During warmer months, Low-E repels the UV rays that cause excess heat, keeping your home more comfortable. When…