3 Ways Window Treatments Save You Money On Energy Bills

In San Antonio, homeowners are always finding ways to save money on their energy bills. Some realize that windows are the number one reason for heat waste. But only a few recognize that window treatments can make the difference between a house that’s easily cooled and heated and one that is an ordeal to manage. Here are three ways energy efficient window treatments help you save money on your power bills.

Minimize Airflow

After the glass window, the material of an energy saving window treatment and its functionality tell you how good it is at blocking airflow. A blind or shade, with their delicate design, offer little to no defense against the effect of wind. Shutters on the other hand are made from wood and non-wood material that results in the perfect second wall between you and the external climate. Look at Polywood®, for example. Its state-of-the-art insulation system blocks as much as 30 degrees of airflow from a window. That’s the most you’ll find anywhere in San Antonio, if not the US. And with airflow reduced, your heating and cooling system has to work less to counter the influence of Texas’s climate.

Resist Moisture, Humidity, & Heat Absorption

In a double-pane window, Polywood shutters have an R-Value of over 6. When you compare that to other shutters on the market, that’s the highest thermal resistance rating of insulation material.

And, Polywood is moisture-proof, resisting humidity and moisture that can influence room temperature. This means less energy is lost on offsetting the effects of heat and humidity.

Reduce Heat Transfer

Window treatments are a great way to eliminate heat transfer. And what the window treatment is comprised from greatly influences its ability to stop heat and cold from fluctuating the temperature in the room. Your window is best covered with a shutter such as Polywood. With a 45.96% reduction in heat transfer, Polywood shutters make certain that the temperature in the room is pleasant and unadulterated by the weather outside. Reducing heat transfer leads to less power used to adjust the temperature of the room.

Get Your Energy Savings

Polywood shutters are up to 70% more energy-efficient than wood shutters and up to 1600% more than aluminum blinds. This results in actual bucks saved on your energy bills. If you’re looking to make the most of your energy savings, couple Polywood shutters with Solar Gard window film. The window film adds another layer of protection, rejecting up to 87% of solar heat and blocking 99% of harmful UV rays.

Ready to get your energy savings? During the in-home consultation, we’ll bring our window treatment samples and show you first-hand how energy efficient Polywood shutters truly are. Schedule your free in-home consultation today by calling 210-876-0377 or submitting the form below.