Prioritizing home improvements that can boost your energy efficiency – such as window replacement and roof maintenance, repair and replacement – offer several long-term benefits, the least of which is keeping your indoor living space comfortable. Let us give you a closer look at how these improvements provide these benefits.
Home Energy Envelope
To understand how these home improvements contribute to energy efficiency, we first discuss how an energy envelope works. The energy envelope is composed of the parts that separate your indoor and outdoor spaces: the walls, the roof and all manner of openings, such as doors and windows. These components require insulation to prevent heat transference, which translates into heat loss during cold days and heat gain during hot days. A properly insulated enclosure will require minimal heating and air conditioning, and should result in energy savings. Plus, consistent indoor temperatures result in more comfortable spaces.
Roof Maintenance, Repair and Replacement
The roof is your home’s primary protection against the elements. While the outer roofing layer protects your home from water intrusion, a properly insulated attic helps keep the indoor temperature stable. When professionals like us install new roofing, we ensure that any issues that may affect the roof’s performance, including potential attic insulation problems, are addressed before the new roof is installed. If your roof isn’t up for replacement yet, scheduled maintenance and timely repairs can ensure reliable performance and, therefore, better energy efficiency.
Replacement Windows and Entry Doors
Collectively known as fenestrations, doors and windows require a different kind of insulation because of the glazing. Glass is a naturally conductive material, so homes that have doors and windows fitted with single-panel glass allow heat to escape, resulting in unnecessarily high energy consumption. Conventional insulation is opaque, which obviously can’t be used on glazing.
Replacement windows and entry doors that bear the ENERGY STAR® certification feature have insulated frames fitted with double- or triple-panel glazing. By eliminating contact between interior and exterior surfaces, heat conduction is dramatically reduced. Our Energy Swing™ Replacement Windows also feature low-emissivity (Low E) coatings that selectively block heat from the sun, further reducing heat gain during hot days.
To learn more about our services, including replacement windows, doors and roofing, call Roof Masters today at (888) 889-7551, or fill out our contact form to schedule a free inspection and estimate. We serve many areas in Beltsville, MD