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Summer Energy Efficient Windows — Part 8

Wednesday, June 24th, 2009

Image via Wikipedia Summer Energy Efficient Windows  — Part 8 It’s summer now here in South Texas. Those energy efficient windows are calling my name! The solar energy coming our way brings heat and lots of it. The aim of energy efficient windows is to keep that solar thermal energy at bay!the cost may be [...]

Summer Energy Efficient Windows – Part 7

Monday, June 22nd, 2009

Image via Wikipedia Summer Energy Efficient Windows – Part 7 After you figure out the best energy efficient window for your home in your climate, this is a good year to make the purchase. According to energystar.gov, energy-efficient windows purchased this year, 2009, could be eligible for a federal tax credit. Do your homework! Not [...]

Summer Energy Efficient Windows – Part 6

Friday, June 19th, 2009

Image via Wikipedia Summer Energy Efficient Windows – Part 6 Window choices get complicated: ·    U-factor ·    Solar heat gain coefficient ·    Visible transmittance ·    Air leakage ·    Condensation resistance Then there’s the climate issue! Homes in the Northeast need different windows than homes in the desert Southwest. Trying to do your best at efficiency [...]

Summer Energy Efficient Windows – Part 5

Wednesday, June 17th, 2009

Image via Wikipedia Summer Energy Efficient Windows – Part 5 There’s a huge learning curve to energy efficient window expertise. Not that one requires “expertise” in window manufacturing to purchase the best windows. However, you do need a certain knowledge base in order to get the right window for your particular needs. You can’t just [...]

Summer Energy Efficient Windows – Part 4

Thursday, June 11th, 2009

Summer Energy Efficient Windows – Part 4 Did you know that air can pass through windows? Solar energy can heat up our Texas air to egg frying temperatures during the summer months. And that hot air can come into our homes! No window keeps all air out. Air seeps through around window joints and assembly. [...]

Summer Energy Efficient Windows – Part3

Tuesday, June 9th, 2009

Summer Energy Efficient Windows – Part3 In the final months or my energy conservation mode, I’m beginning to gear up for the next step – Energy Efficiency. My study now revolves around windows for summer energy efficiency. Today’s window performance rating element is visible transmittance (VT). Visible transmittance tells you the amount of light a [...]

Summer Energy Efficient Windows – Part 2

Friday, June 5th, 2009

Summer Energy Efficient Windows – Part 2 I love windows. They allow light into an otherwise dark spaces. They provide restful views of the green outdoors when work requires you to be indoors. They allow clean air to circulate and freshen up your living spaces. On the other hand, windows usher summer heat inside to [...]

Summer Energy Efficient Windows

Monday, June 1st, 2009

Image by zz9 via Flickr Summer Energy Efficient Windows Summer in South Texas has arrived. The solar thermal energy heats up our gardens, our cars and our house. Solar thermal on a cold winter day is a welcome treat. Solar thermal energy during summer makes my air conditioner run. Most people frame their energy efficient [...]