The temperatures are dropping, and smart home owners in Delaware and Maryland are adding residential window film to make sure they see lower heating bills, too. We’re always impressed with the added efficiency customers experience after installing our most popular residential window films, and here’s what else you can expect if you’re considering adding home window film to your windows to keep cold temperatures out and heating costs down.
Keeping Your Home Warm Comes at a Cost
According to the Department of Energy, heating your home can account for 29% of your utility bill! In fact, while the U.S. Energy Information Administration states that costs for heating solutions are about the same this year as they were last year, they expect temperatures to be colder this season. Because of the predicted colder winter, homeowners may have to spend more than usual to keep their homes warm. This is why it’s more important than ever to lower heating bills by finding ways to make your home more efficient, and one of the best places to start is with your windows and doors.
Windows are the Weak Link In Your Home’s Efficiency
While windows are highly valuable in the world of architecture for the views and natural light they allow for, they can pose a problem when it comes to energy bills. In fact, the U.S. Department of Energy states that heat loss and heat gain through windows is responsible for 25% to 30% of energy use! In the winter, a poorly insulated window can have difficulty retaining man made heat. As a result, your HVAC system has to work harder to maintain the desired interior temperature, driving up heating costs. In a time where heating costs are predicted to skyrocket, it’s important to take steps to improve window insulation. That’s where window film comes in!
Take Control with 3M Prestige and Low-E Window Film
3M Prestige and Low-E Window Film can help lower heating bills this winter by improving the insulation of your windows. The benefits of this film include:
- Improved Insulation
- Lower Energy Bills Year-Round
- Increased Occupant Comfort
- UV Protection
- Glare Reduction
3M window film can elevate the insulating abilities of a single pane window to that of a double, and a double-pane window to that of a triple! The result? Improved insulation that leads to increased occupant comfort, and of course, lower energy bills! Because windows will be able to better retain heat indoors, HVAC systems don’t have to work as hard to create the desired interior temperature. This not only helps your wallet, but it can even help to extend and protect the life of HVAC systems.
Lower Energy Bills & Increase Comfort No Matter the Season
Residential window film is not only beneficial during the winter but also in the heat of summer. While it can help windows retain heat in the winter, it can also help block the sun’s heat in the summer! As a result, occupants can enjoy both comfortable temperatures and lower energy bills year-round. Not to mention, 3M window film can minimize glare and reject up to 99% of ultraviolet rays.
This winter, lower heating bills with 3M Prestige and Low-E Window Film. Investing in window film not only improves the energy efficiency of your space but will also help keep your home warm so you can enjoy a comfortable winter.
Professional Window Tinting is a family-run and woman-owned business, proudly serving the MD, DE, PA, and NJ region for over 30 years. Tell us about your project and get your free quote for adding solar window film to your home, business, or school, or give us a call at (302) 456-3456 to talk through your window film options.
