Summer months, especially in Florida, can be overbearingly hot, putting your air conditioning unit into overdrive as it tries to regulate your home’s temperature and keep you cool. This can be taxing not only on your AC but also on your budget.
There are, however, several ways to keep cool and help your air conditioning work less without breaking your budget, if not maximizing it.
Windows and Doors Make a Difference
Most newer homes are equipped with impact glass or High Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ, windows and doors. However, that may not be the case for you.
These windows and doors are designed to reduce your energy bills by reflecting outside heat which in turn helps regulate your home’s temperature and make your air conditioning unit work a little less because the layers of impact glass filter out 90% of UV rays from causing fabrics, or even artwork, in your home to fade.
Having a home with impact glass windows and doors also offers you a potential Energy Star rating for tax credits which means these savings go further than the summer months.
Amplify Your Energy Savings
If you’re not looking to switch to these energy efficient windows, there are several alternatives to help you amplify your savings with any type of window.
For example, you can invest in glass treatments, such as tints or low-e coatings which will help to better insulate your home and regulate its temperature to keep you cool.
There are plenty of small investments that you can make to not only improve the value of your home, but start saving too. Learn more about your potential savings and benefits of having energy efficient windows in your home by downloading our guide below!
