Large windows in your home can help provide plenty of natural light that helps make any room feel welcoming, but it’s your job to focus on ensuring that your windows aren’t leading to higher cooling costs. Your replacement windows should be properly insulated, preventing cool air inside from leaking out, but it’s still a good idea to look into the other things you can do on your own.
Make Window Coverings a Priority
When browsing through interior design photos, you’ll quickly notice that most attractive rooms feature large windows that allow in plenty of sunlight. To combat the sunlight during especially warm days, it’s helpful to have window coverings that can be pulled shut in the middle of the day. Heavy drapes, blinds, or shades can all help reduce the sunlight entering your home on warm days, while providing an aesthetically pleasing feature in the room.
Consider Using Window Tinting
Another effective way to get your windows ready for the heat of summer is through the installation of window tinting. By having the windows tinted darker, you’ll be able to combat some of the heat that could be raising your cooling bills. Window tinting can also help reduce the harmful effects of UV rays and reduce fading on your furniture due to sunlight.
Preparing your windows before the warmest days of summer arrives is crucial if you’re concerned about cooling costs due to sunlight entering your home. For more advice on getting your windows prepped for summer, please feel free to contact us so that we can give you some pointers on the right finishing.
