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Do I Need Double Pane Windows for My Home?

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One choice to make when replacing your windows is whether you want to have single or double pane windows. To quickly explain, the difference between the two rest mainly in the number of glass layers each one has.

As their name would suggest, single pane windows have only one layer of glass. It will offer you protection from the wind, but glass is a poor insulator. Much of a house’s indoor temperature, be it hot or cold, is lost through its windows and doors. When it comes to windows, in particular, much of that heat is lost through the glass, itself.

Two panes of glass, however, contain air or gas between them, which greatly helps to slow the transferย of temperature. Certain gases, such as Argon and Krypton are much better at insulating than air. And while the cost of double pane windows is higher than single pane, they more than make up for themselves when it comes to energy consumption.

The benefits of double pane windows

Like we said, one of the most immediate benefits of double pane windows comes in the form of better insulation and decreased energy costs. Statistics show that back in 1990, over $20 billion in energy costs nationwide were lost through windows.

There are, of course, other benefits to double pane windows, aside from energy efficiency. Another significant advantage comes in the form of noise reduction. Noise pollution is a significant factor in the country. It can range from street traffic to airplane traffic and anything in between. But with double pane windows, the noise is substantially decreased, much more than single pane windows will.ย  Noise pollution isn’t just annoying; it can be detrimental to one’s health. Statistics show that being exposed to noise pollution for prolonged periods will increase the likelihood of cardiovascular and heart disease.

Say goodbye to storm windows

Double pane windows also remove the need for any storm windows. With these, there is no need for extra protection against the elements, be it extreme winter or summer air temperatures. It means that you will no longer have to deal with the storm windows in spring or fall, freeing you up to enjoy yourself.

To make things even better, dual pane windows come in many popular styles such as double hung, casement, and sliding windows, to name a few, so you don’t have to sacrifice design for efficiency. Likewise, patio doors can also come in double pane, meaning that you will not lose energy from such a large opening.

So, either you’re redoing the kitchen, the bedroom, living room, or the entire house, double pane windows will make your home look good and keep you comfortable as well. They will keep the noise out, keep your energy bills in check, and you won’t have to deal with storm windows ever again.

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