Energy Star
ENERGY STAR is an international standard for energy efficient consumer products. It was first created as a United States government program in 1992, but Australia, Canada, Japan, New Zealand, Taiwan and the European Union have also adopted the program. Devices carrying the Energy Star logo, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, buildings and other products, save 20%-30% on average. ENERGY STAR-qualified vinyl windows and doors save you energy and money, increase the comfort of your home, and protect your valuable possessions from sun damage. They are also better for the environment because lowering your energy use means less air pollution from power plants. Save money and energy. Installing ENERGY STAR-qualified windows from GTA Windows and Doors lowers energy bills and saves you money over new double-paned, clear glass vinyl windows and vinyl patio doors.
- More than just dollar savings. ENERGY STAR-qualified windows from GTA Windows and Doors protect from the winter cold and summer sun, while also reducing condensation and interior fading.
- What makes a window or door energy-efficient? Thanks to a host of new technologies, ENERGY STAR-qualified windows, doors keep your home cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter, making you more comfortable.
- Purchasing tips to help you buy with confidence. Every ENERGY STAR-qualified window, door is independently certified to perform at levels that meet or exceed strict energy efficiency guidelines.
- Energy-saving tips. Proper windows installation, doors replacement, tree planting, and home sealing can help you save even more energy and money!
- Find Rebates. Search for local rebates in your area and learn about the 2009 tax credit.Climate Change In Canada
Climate change is a serious environmental problem that could have significant consequences for our health, our economy and our children’s future. All Canadians contribute to the problem and we all need to be part of the solution. Making smart energy choices around the home – including installing ENERGY STAR qualified fenestration products – is a great way to start.Cost Savings
How much money can I expect to save by installing
ENERGY STAR qualified fenestration products?Homeowners who replace all of their old windows and doors with ENERGY STAR qualified products will typically save about 7 per cent on their energy bills, depending on the number of windows and doors replaced, how old they are, and how much air leakage was occurring. Buyers of new homes with ENERGY STAR qualified fenestration products can save up to 12 per cent on their energy bills compared to standard products (the savings tend to be greater for new homes because they are typically larger and have more windows and doors than older homes).
Strict Technical Requirements
To qualify for the ENERGY STAR mark, fenestration products must meet strict technical requirements for both thermal and structural performance. Products are qualified based on either their U-value (rate of heat transfer from the warm area to a cold area) or their Energy Rating (a scale that takes into account a product’s U-value, potential solar gain and air tightness). The colder the climate zone, the more stringent the requirements. Windows, doors and skylights must also have good air tightness to qualify for ENERGY STAR. To ensure the integrity of the ENERGY STAR mark, all product testing is done by accredited laboratories under standardized, quality-controlled conditions.
