ENERGY STAR: Windows

ENERGY STAR New Home Features

Benefits of ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows

• Energy Savings - Invisible glass coatings, vaccum-sealed spaces, and improved framing materials reduce heat gain and loss
• Comfort - Qualified windows help keep the home cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter
• Protection - Low-E coatings reduce fading of objects in the home
• Reduced Condensation - Less potential for condensation to build inside the window pane

Additional ENERGY STAR New Home Features

• Properly Installed Insulation – Improves Comfort While Saving Energy.


• Tighter Construction and Ducts – Advanced techniques seal every part of the home to reduce noise, moisture, pollen, and dust.


• Efficient Heating and Cooling – HVAC systems must be ENERGY STAR rated, and higher than normal performance systems may be required.


• Efficient Products – Qualified products can include lighting fixtures, refrigerators, and washing machines.


• Third-Party Verification – Independent Home Energy Raters, such as Southern Energy Management, inspect ENERGY STAR features.