Do you need new windows?
Do you feel drafts in cold weather? Is your home uncomfortably warm in the summer? Are your heating and cooling bills increasing? Does outside noise penetrate your windows?
Instead of installing costly brand new replacement windows, consider the benefits of adding energy efficient storm windows to your home.
- add an insulation barrier that retains heat in winter and keeps you cool in summer,
- reduce air leaks,
- block outside noise,
- protect your prime windows.
Storm windows are a high quality, cost-effective alternative to replacement windows and, unlike replacement windows, storm windows do not require expensive carpentry.
How to choose storm windows
There are many types of storm windows you can choose from to add comfort, beauty and energy efficiency to your home. Your choices will be dependent upon your original windows, how you plan to use the window and your personal style preferences in your home. There are seven basic types of storm windows, including:
- double hung (two track)
- double hung (triple track)
- slider
- picture
- basement
- sidelite
- patio storms
Consider storm window features
After choosing the type of storm windows you want for your home, you’ll need to compare the finishes and features before making your final selections.
Frame finish: Mill finish is an economical option, however, consider a painted finish to coordinate with your trim color.
Corner joints: Quality of construction affects the strength and performance of storm windows and corners are the best place to check construction quality. Be sure corner joints are strong and air tight for a high quality fit, easy installation and an energy efficient window.
Sash tracks and weather stripping: A major benefit of storm windows is their ability to reduce air leakage; weather stripping and the depth of the sash tracks (the metal grooves at the sides of the window) are directly responsible for how well storm windows perform.
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