With spring officially here, it pays for New York homeowners to make their windows more energy-efficient. Insulation upgrades, awning installation, and window replacement are all excellent ways to keep your home cool and energy costs low. Use the following list of tips to focus on the quality of your home’s panes. 

Improving the Energy Efficiency of Your Windows

Seal Cracks & Gaps

Do any areas of your home feel drafty? Warm air can easily sneak into your home through gaps in window frames, making your HVAC system work overtime to cool the house. Use caulk or weatherstripping to seal leaks around windows. Caulk in one straight, continuous stream, and make sure it sticks to both sides of each crack.

Consider Window Replacement

During spring and summer, nearly 76% of the light filtered through a standard double-pane window becomes heat. When installing ENERGY STAR®-approved windows, homeowners can save up to $583 a year by replacing single-pane windows, and up to $197 a year with double-pane glass replacement.

Storm windows are another window replacement option that reduces heat loss and air leakage. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, they help homeowners save anywhere from 12 – 33% a year on heating and cooling costs.  

Install Window Treatments

Did you know awnings can reduce your home’s solar heat gain by up to 65% when installed on southern-facing windows? Protective window coverings are a smart way to reduce the sun’s intensity at the hottest periods of the day. Windows on the east side of the home receive the most sun in the morning, while west-facing windows receive the most sun in the afternoon.

For more advice on how to make your windows more energy-efficient, speak with the experts at Monsey Glass. This local window replacement, repair, and glass installation company has provided superior service for more than 50 years. Learn more about their services online or by calling (845) 352-2200 today. You can also visit their Facebook page to read or write reviews.