Double pane windows provide a number of benefits, including reduced condensation, better insulation, and superior sound isolation. They also reduce energy costs and can protect your home from intruders and severe weather.
Triple-pane windows, meanwhile, offer even more energy efficiency and noise reduction than double-pane windows. But the exact project cost will depend on window type, material, and sizing.
Energy Efficiency
Double pane windows are made with two panes of glass instead of one, and they offer many benefits over single-pane windows. These windows are more energy efficient, insulating your home and keeping out heat and cold.
They are also more environmentally friendly. Double pane windows use less energy, reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Additionally, they help reduce outside noise.
Research shows that homeowners can save up to $418 a year on energy costs by replacing their outdated windows with new double-pane windows. Considering how much money you stand to save, upgrading your window is an investment worth making. Moreover, new double-pane windows can increase the value of your home. This makes them a desirable feature for potential homebuyers. In addition, double pane windows are durable against weather extremes and are more resistant to damage.
Noise Reduction
Whether you live near an airport, interstate, concert venue, or other noisy area, noise-reducing windows can help ensure a good night’s rest. The insulating properties of double-pane windows also reduce noise transmission between rooms.
Laminated glass is commonly used in coastal windows and for safety reasons, but it can also be effective in reducing sound. When paired with a variety of glass thicknesses, laminated window glass helps dampen different frequencies, which makes it harder for sounds to travel through the window.
Performance packages that include laminated glass are available for our Pella Lifestyle Series products. These options are a great way to improve the sound transmission of your new windows without making any aesthetic changes. They also provide additional energy efficiency benefits. These features can help reduce outside noises, keep hot and cold air inside your home, and save on heating and cooling bills.
Insulation
If you’re building a new home or replacing existing windows, double pane windows are an excellent option. They offer many benefits including energy efficiency and increased protection from the cold weather.
They also reduce outside noise penetration to keep your home calm and comfortable. They also help protect your furniture and carpets from fading caused by harmful UV rays that can penetrate the glass.
It’s important to replace all old single-pane windows with double-pane windows to achieve desired energy savings. Installing just a few double-pane windows may not provide the energy savings you want, since air will continue to leak through the remaining single pane windows.
Durability
Having custom double pane windows installed in your home can add value, reduce energy usage and create a more comfortable environment. These windows are aesthetically pleasing and can be designed to compliment your style and design preferences. In addition, they are highly durable and can provide a significant amount of energy savings.
The insulating power of the double panes helps to keep cold air out and hot air in during Florida’s winter weather. They also help to prevent the noise pollution of traffic, construction and neighbors from being transmitted into your home.
While double pane windows do cost more than single pane options, they are able to pay for themselves through the reduced energy costs. This can have a positive impact on the environment as less energy use reduces greenhouse gas emissions.
Security
Double pane windows are a much-desired feature for potential homebuyers, so installing them throughout your house can add value. Not to mention, they will save you money on energy bills and reduce outside noise pollution.
Unlike single-pane windows, double-pane windows have two layers of glass with air or some type of gas in between them to prevent heat loss and condensation. The extra layer acts as an insulator and helps regulate temperature, which in turn reduces your energy costs.
Some types of double-pane windows are filled with argon, xenon, or krypton for even more energy efficiency. This is especially important if you live in a cold climate.