Take That, Eskom! How Double Glazed Windows Can Save Your Energy Bill

Your home loses 30% of its energy through the windows. This means a lot of the money you're spending on your energy bill is going straight into the trash. But this is only true if you have single glazed windows.

Double glazed windows help you save money by improving your home's energy efficiency. We've put together this guide to help you understand how it works.

So let's get started!

What's the Different Between Single Glazed and Double Glazed Windows? To the untrained eye, single and double glazed windows look exactly the same. So what's the difference?

Here's a quick breakdown of single and double glazed windows.

Single Glazed

A single glazed window is made with one pane of glass. And this pane of glass isn't very thick.

Because of this, it's easy for the outside temperature to leak into your home.

Double Glazed

Double glazed windows are made with two panes of glass. They're kind of like giant, glass sandwiches.

Here's how it works.

The two panes of glass are separated by a thin gap of air, usually about 12mm thick. But this gap of air isn't actually full of air. It holds gas instead, such as argon or krypton.

This gas is completely sealed between the glass, so you don't have to worry about it leaking.

How Double Glazed Windows Are Energy-Efficient

Glass is a good heat conductor. This means the heat inside your home passes through the surface of the glass.

The gas in the middle of double pane windows doesn't conduct heat. So as the heat passes through the first layer of glass, the gas stops it. This prevents the outside temperature from getting inside and the inside temperature from escaping outside.

But that's not all that makes double glazed windows so energy efficient. Here are a few other things you need to know.

Better Insulation

Double glazed windows give you an extra layer of insulation over your windows. This means your home will stay warmer for longer.

And it works the same way during hot summers.

The double glazed windows stop the heat from finding its way into your home. This means you can enjoy a comfortable home no matter what the weather is like outside.

No Condensation

Condensation is more than just an annoyance.

Large amounts of condensation can cause water to puddle on your windowsill or drip down your wall. This water can seep into your walls and floors and form mold growth and rot.

Living with mold can lead to serious health problems, especially for people who suffer from asthma or allergies.

Since double glazed windows prevent heat from passing through the glass, it also keeps condensation off your window.

Lower Energy Bill

Double glazed windows keep the heat inside your home. That means you don't have to run the heater as often.

The more time the heater spends turned off, the more money you'll save on your energy bill. In fact, these windows can save you over $465 every year.

Other Benefits of Double Glazed Windows

The most important benefit of double glazed windows is their energy efficiency, but that isn't the only way they can benefit your home.

Take a look at a few other reasons you should consider installing double glazed windows.

Durable

Remember, double glazed windows are made with two panes of glass instead of one. This makes them much more durable than normal windows.

Even if one side of the window cracks, the second pane will often remain intact.

This also makes double glazed windows stronger than single-pane windows. Want to enhance the security of your home? Installing these windows can help. 

Easy to Maintain

It doesn't take a lot of work to keep your double glazed windows in good condition. This is especially true if you have UPCV window frames.

Cleaning UPCV window frames is a quick and simple process, and you'll only have to do it a few times a year. Other than that, you can sit back and enjoy the benefits of your double glazed windows without any work.

Reduce Outside Noise

Tired of listening to the cars driving by or to your neighbor's always-loud music?

Noise pollution is annoying, but it can also lower your quality of life. Sometimes, even closing the windows doesn't help.  Double glazed windows act as insulation, which means they also prevent the outdoor sounds from getting into your home. This doesn't mean you won't hear anything outside, but it can make a big difference.

Installing double glazed windows can make your home a much quieter and more relaxing place to live.

Increase the Value of Your Home

Double glazed windows make your home more energy-efficient. This means you're saving energy, which also means you're reducing your impact on the environment.

Because of all these benefits, double glazed windows increase the value of your home.

If you're planning to sell your home at some point in the future, installing these windows can get you more money from the sale. Double glazed windows will also attract buyers, which can make the sale quick and easy.

Understanding the Benefits of Double Glazed Windows

Double glazed windows have a lot of benefits, but energy efficiency is their most important feature. These windows help you save money on your energy bill, and they keep your home comfortable no matter how hot or cold it is outside.

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