Keep your home comfortable and energy efficient. Below is a list of reasons why you would want to select a window with lower U-Values

• Reducing heat costs is a factor in your window investment.
• Your home has large areas of glass. Improving the insulating value of your windows may be necessary to comply with local energy codes.
• You sit near your window in the winter.

Summer Solar Heat Control

Protect your home from the “Greenhouse” syndrome. Selecting a window with a lower solar heat gain coefficient if:

• You have Air Conditioning in your home.
• You have large areas of glass facing West, South or East.
• You are building in an area with energy codes that require solar control glazings.  
• You are replacing windows and some areas of your home currently get too hot.

Sound Control Ratings

Using glazing to regulate sound transmission through windows. You should choose a high sound control window if:

• You live in a noisy environment (busy street, airport, police, fire station)
• You are concerned with noise through bedroom windows or sleeping areas.

Ultra-Violet Protection

Protect your home furnishings from damaging UV radiation. Select a window with maximum UV fading protection if:

• You have an investment in furnishings that should be protected from damaging, UV radiation.
• You want to extend the life, color and appearance of your carpet, hardwood floors, furniture and drapes.