Expert Advice for your Lawn & Garden TV Host of Today's Homeowner® and home expert for The Weather ChannelVideo, Doors and Windows, Financial, Heating and Cooling, Ask Danny, Green Living Published 03/24/2007 by Danny Lipford
Homeowners are always looking for easy, economical ways to reduce their monthly heating and cooling costs. If your home heats up in the summertime the solution may be as simple as a little shade. Rooms with windows that get direct sunlight will heat up quickly in warm weather putting a strain on your cooling system but there are some things you can do to help ease that load. Installing a tinted film on your windows can block a significant amount of the sun’s heat while also protecting your furnishings from fading. The biggest payback comes on windows that aren’t already covered with draperies or shades because those will block heat too. Installing awnings over windows is another way to block the sun’s rays and this can reduce a room’s temperature by up to 15 degrees, saving up to 25% on the air conditioning needs for a particular room. If you’re not crazy about the look of an awning you might consider a strategically planted shade tree to get similar benefits.
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July 2nd, 2007 at 9:41 pm
What do think about radiant barrier (foil) insulation for the attic? Is this a worthwhile investment?
July 6th, 2007 at 7:56 am
im thinking about that film you apply but you have to use a tool to get it off. have you ever used it & is it hard to get off & can it damage the windows? thanks
September 15th, 2007 at 6:01 pm
Shade will help but if possible install curtains that extend to the floor.Vents are typically installed in front of windows,to wash the area with hot or cold air.If the window was installed poorly or is a low R value glass then all you can do besides replace the window is blanket the area.
John Cannamela
www.infraredsurvey.com