When the rooms in your house are toasty warm or comfortably cool, some of the credit should go to your windows. From curtains to window tinting, there are a host of enhancements that will transform homes into energy-efficient dwellings. Here are several ways to make it happen.

How to Improve the Energy Efficiency of Your Windows

1. Awnings

Awnings can curb the solar heat entering your home. Placement, however, is a key consideration. The amount of heat reduction will be affected by whether the windows are facing north, south, east, or west. Awnings on south- and west-facing windows limit more heat gain than awnings on other windows. The construction of awnings also makes a difference. Roll-up and retractable awnings give homeowners the flexibility to allow sunlight in to warm a home in winter, and some innovative synthetic fabrics resist water and fading. 

2. Indoor Window Treatments

Window blinds are ideal for modifying the amount of sunlight you let into your home. You can adjust blinds made of fabric or wood to keep interior rooms cool. Curtains and insulated drapes also help eliminate drafts and keep warm air inside on chilly days. When different types of window treatments are used strategically to limit or allow heat transfer, you can lower your monthly energy bills while keeping your home comfortably cool or warm.

3. Caulk

Another energy-saving solution involves eliminating drafts by applying caulk around window frames. Use a sealant that’s durable and long-lasting. You can also use weather stripping around window perimeters to keep a home’s temperature cozy year-round.

4. Window Tinting

When installed by professional technicians, window tinting can also create a more energy-efficient home. The tinting films have properties that reduce the impact of sunlight and helps your home stay cool on sticky, humid days. You won’t have to run your air conditioner nonstop and can lower utility bills during the hottest months of the year.

Make your windows energy-efficient. Since 1987, Bi-State Glass Coatings in Granite City, IL, has provided expert window tinting to homes and businesses throughout the Greater St. Louis region. This locally owned company offers a lifetime warranty on residential products, including extended glass and seal failure. To learn more about transforming your windows with professionally installed window tinting, call (618) 451-7346. You can also go online to request a free estimate.