3 Ways Window Treatments Save You Money On Energy Bills
In Phoenix, homeowners are always finding ways to save money on their energy bills. Some realize that windows are the main source of 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 determine how good it is at minimizing airflow. A blind or shade, with their delicate design, offer little to no barrier 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. Take 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 Phoenix, if not the US. And with airflow mostly eliminated, your heating and cooling system doesn’t have to work as hard to counter the effects of Arizona’s climate.
Resist Moisture, Humidity, & Heat Absorption
In a double-pane window, Polywood shutters have an R-Value of over 6. Compared to other shutters in the industry, that’s the best thermal resistance rating of insulation material.
And, Polywood is moisture-proof, resisting humidity and moisture that can impact room temperature. This means less energy is lost on offsetting the effects of heat and humidity.
Reduce Heat Transfer
Window treatments are a wonderful way to reduce heat transfer. And what the window treatment is comprised from greatly influences its ability to stop heat and cold from adjusting 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 certain that the climate in the room is pleasant and unaffected by the temperature outside. Reducing heat transfer leads to less power used 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 bucks saved on your energy bills. If you’re looking to take full advantage 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 first-hand how energy efficient Polywood shutters truly are. Schedule your free in-home consultation today by calling 480-485-7743 or submitting the form below.
