According to the U.S. Department of Energy, a home's windows consume up to 3.8 quadrillion BTUs of energy annually in the form of heating and air conditioning expenses. At a cost of more than $30 billion to homeowners, it pays to compare glazing options when choosing windows for your home.
The estimated savings for a typical home, from replacing double-paned wood windows with Zo-e-shield windows, are significant in all regions of the country and can range from 15% to 30% a year*. Find out more about the Zo-e-shield advantage by clicking here. *Savings are relative to a double-pane clear glass window. Based on a national average size house (2,300 sq. ft, 2-story) with 18% window to floor area ratio, 30% shade usage, gas heat and electric air conditioning. Long term national average energy prices of $1 per therm for natural gas and $0.09 per kWh electric. Actual savings will vary by climate region, house type, homeowner operational characteristics, and local energy prices.
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