The US Green Building Council set up the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design certification as a way to rate homes in terms of their environmental responsibility and efficient use of resources. Renewal by Andersen® of Westchester looks at how our windows specifically meet the LEED programs requirements and how this benefits you.
1. Materials & Resource Conservation
In making our windows in Fairfield, we utilize two innovative materials. Both of these meet the standards for LEED’s material and resource conservation. Our frames are made of Fibrex®. This material comes from reclaimed wood fibers and thermoplastic polymer. Our panes feature our High-Performance™ Low-E4® glass, which also results from reclamation of used materials. The combination not only preserves resources in the environment, it’s also highly durable.
2. Indoor Environmental Quality
Windows also perform a crucial role in improving indoor air quality. This is a measure of how “healthy” your home’s air is. Many factors affect this, but what’s critical is keeping moisture out. Moisture can cause mold and mildew growth. This, in turn, can cause respiratory illnesses. With Renewal by Andersen of Westchester’s reliable installation process, we will make sure everything is sealed tight.
3. Energy Efficiency
Another great feature of our Fairfield windows is their ability to regulate heat transfer efficiently. This comes from our materials’ ability to turn away heat in the form of UV and IR light. This keeps the temperatures at constant, comfortable levels. In turn, you become less dependent on artificial means of heating and cooling. That can result in up to 25% savings off your power bills monthly. From an environmental standpoint, this also means less carbon emissions to worry about.
For windows that are both functional and beneficial, call Renewal by Andersen of Westchester at (866) 609-5033 today. We’ll be happy to discuss the many style options we have available.
