With summer comes warm weather, blooming flowers and a perfect time to start home renovations. If you’re planning upgrades this year, be sure to consider the benefits of Energy Star windows and doors. 

Here’s what you need to know:

What Makes It Energy Star?

1. Windows and doors that gain the Energy Star seal have been manufactured by an ENERGY STAR partner,
2. These products are independently tested and certified by the National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC), and
3. They have NFRC ratings that meet strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE).

Climate Zones

Choose windows and doors that make the most sense for your climate. While some windows and doors are better at keeping you warm, others excel at keeping you cool.

Southern Ohio falls in two of the four US regions: Northern and North-Central. Both regions require windows and doors that perform well in very cold weather and are able to keep you comfortable during the summer months as well.

What makes a window energy efficient?
Window tinting, multiple panes of glass which are sometimes separated by a thin layer of gas, quality framing materials, and warm edge spacers are some of the factors that make a window energy efficient.

How much can I save?
A typical home in the U.S. can save $146–$501 and 1,147–3,839 pounds of CO2, (which is equivalent to 59 to 196 gallons of gasoline) annually when single pane windows are replaced. Replacing old double pane windows with new energy efficient windows can save the average US home $71–$247 and 692–2,825 pounds of CO2 (which is equivalent to 35 to 144 gallons of gasoline) annually.

This map breaks down the average annual savings by region in the U.S.

JFK Window & Door is a proud provider of Andersen Windows, which has been a part of the Energy Star program since the beginning. Give us a call at 513.851.1000 for a free estimate on your next window or door replacement project.