Energy-Efficient Windows
Kansas City’s Best Choice for Energy Efficient Windows
Ready to elevate your home with new windows? Choose energy-efficient vinyl or fiberglass replacement windows from Zen Windows in Kansas City. With a variety of frame and glass options tailored to all four seasons we experience, our team will help you get the maximum performance for your home.
Kansas City’s Best Choice for Energy Efficient Windows
Ready to elevate your home with new windows? Choose energy-efficient vinyl or fiberglass replacement windows from Zen Windows in Kansas City. With a variety of frame and glass options tailored to all four seasons we experience, our team will help you get the maximum performance for your home.
When you begin shopping for new windows, you may have many different questions about style, installation, and energy efficiency. At Zen Windows, we understand how important it is to get eco-friendly windows with the latest technologies to enhance your home’s comfort and reduce utility costs. Whether you seek to renovate your home or add to the natural beauty of your architecture, our team prioritizes delivering windows that excel in energy efficiency.
Trust the Zen Windows team in Kansas City for expert guidance and hassle-free installations. We will answer all your questions and help you choose windows with the top energy ratings that align with your budget.
How Are Windows Designed to be Energy Efficient?
While new windows may not directly insulate your home by themselves, they can greatly enhance your overall energy efficiency. Modern windows feature insulating frames and either double or triple panes effectively trap air inside and prevent heat loss. This insulation layer and multiple panes create a barrier to reduce unwanted heat exchange.
Investing in insulated, energy-efficient windows can lead to a major drop in your energy bills. Moreover, replacing your windows with Zen Windows’ high-quality products can enhance lighting, visibility, and clarity in your home, while also cutting down noise levels from outside.
Contact your Zen Windows team today at (913) 538-4144, or contact us online at any time to learn about our energy efficient options, and which window styles would be right for your home.
Which Windows Help Control My Home’s Climate?
Windows featuring double or triple pane glass construction will insulate your home better, keeping energy bills down while creating a comfortable environment. The top energy-efficient windows come with three glass panes filled with gas (like argon), which reduces heat and cold from escaping better than single or double-pane windows.
Will Energy-Efficient Windows Improve My Energy Bills?
Air leakage commonly occurs through windows and doors, making them primary areas for heat transfer in your home. This continual exchange of air can significantly drive energy costs upwards, whether it is due to hot air seeping out in summer or cold drafts entering during winter. Energy-efficient windows effectively combat this issue by providing a barrier that retains heated or cooled air, helping to maintain a comfortable indoor temperature regardless of the season.
If you’re worried about rising energy expenses and want to enhance your home’s energy efficiency, consider upgrading to energy-efficient windows from Zen Windows. Double and triple-pane windows, along with features like argon gas insulation between glass panes and Low-E coating, greatly reduce air transfer and prevent condensation buildup.
Talk to your Zen Windows team in Kansas City today to explore energy-efficient window replacement options tailored to your needs. Call us at (913) 538-4144 or contact us online to get the process started.
Energy-Efficient FAQ
What Are Insulated Glass Units (IGUs)?
Insulated Glass Units, often abbreviated as IGUs, consist of two or three glass panes within a single frame. These panes are separated by an inert gas – typically argon, krypton, or a combination of both. These gasses are clear, odorless, and non-toxic, serving to reduce heat transfer more effectively than air alone. Spacers are employed to maintain distance between the glass layers, facilitating thermal expansion.
Which Window Material is Most Energy-Efficient: Aluminum, Vinyl, or Wood?
Aluminum windows typically rank as the least energy-efficient option. While wood windows offer high energy efficiency, they may degrade quicker over time and demand more maintenance.
Composite and fiberglass frames offer the energy efficiency of wood, with the durability of aluminum. Vinyl windows stand out above all as an affordable, low-maintenance choice. Advantages of vinyl replacement windows include:
- Architectural diversity
- Favorable return on investment
- Ease of maintenance
- Lower installation costs
- Wide variety of styles
- Cost-effectiveness
What Does “Low-E” Stand For?
Manufacturers typically apply low-emissivity (abbreviated as “Low-E”) coatings to windows during the manufacturing process. This transparent layer serves as additional insulation, effectively controlling heat transfer.
While windows featuring Low-E coatings might come with a slightly higher price tag (usually around 10%-15% more), they can significantly reduce energy loss by 30%-50%. This investment in your home’s energy-efficiency can lead to substantial long-term savings, making Low-E coatings a wise choice for homeowners.
Which Window Styles Are Most Energy-Efficient?
There’s a lot of debate about which window style is the most overall energy efficient. Some claim picture windows are the best, because of their single fixed pane of glass, providing fewer opportunities for air leaks. Others say bay and bow or casement windows are better because of their design versatility.
Every home is different and presents its own challenges when it comes to energy efficient windows. Contact your Zen Windows team to learn about the work we’ve done on other Kansas City homes, and what we’ve learned about which windows are the best for your project.
Do U-Values Matter?
U-values are a measurement of energy efficiency for home windows. The U-value shows how much heat transfer is going through your windows. The lower the U-value, the better insulation you have against heat loss. For example: Triple-pane windows have a very low U-value since they are more resistant to heat loss.
What is the Best U-Value for Energy Efficient Windows?
To achieve the best energy efficiency in your windows, it’s recommended you seek out a window with a U-value between 0.20 to 1.20.
But U-value shouldn’t be the only measurement of your new windows. Factors such as the size and shape of the window, the frame material, and the number of glass panes should be taken into account. These elements collectively contribute to the insulation and energy efficiency of the window.
Incorporating additional features like Low-E coatings and gas fills between the glass panes can further enhance energy efficiency by minimizing heat transfer. By keeping all of these ideas in mind during the window selection process, you can choose a product that effectively reduces energy consumption, minimizes heat transfer, and promotes a more comfortable indoor environment.
Do Energy-Efficient Windows Justify the High Costs?
Though replacing your home’s windows can seem like a significant expense, the investment will pay off – especially if your current windows are old or damaged.
Although energy-efficient windows cost more upfront because of their enhanced features and materials, the long term benefits of lower energy bills outweigh the price. When you choose Zen Windows, you’re investing in high-quality windows built to last for decades with minimal maintenance requirements.
For hassle-free window replacement, contact Zen Windows at (913) 538-4144 or contact us online to get started. Trust the team that has installed more energy-efficient windows across Kansas City with the positive customer reviews to back our work.
Choose Our Energy-Efficient Replacement Windows
With Zen Windows, you get peace of mind because every window we install is energy-efficient. We won’t sell inferior windows for one simple reason: They will cost our customers more in the long run because of higher energy bills.
Even our most modestly priced windows have a sophisticated, double-insulating solar low-E glass system. This solar low-E system incorporates double-strength glass, a high-performance low-E coating, a stainless steel Intercept™ spacer system, and argon gas. This superior blend of technologies is our most basic option — you can upgrade from there.
Choose From Our Energy-Efficient Glass Options
With Zen Windows, you get peace of mind because every window we install is energy-efficient. We won’t sell inferior windows for one simple reason: They will cost our customers more in the long run because of higher energy bills.
Even our most modestly priced windows have a sophisticated, double-insulating solar low-E glass system. This solar low-E system incorporates double-strength glass, a high-performance low-E coating, a stainless steel Intercept™ spacer system, and argon gas. This superior blend of technologies is our most basic option — you can upgrade from there.
Change how you see the world from your home when you work with Zen Windows. We revolutionized the way homeowners purchase windows, and have the reputation to prove how successful we’ve been in improving the process.