Patio doors help improve the overall look of your home while seamlessly connecting its interiors with the outdoor living spaces. But this doesn’t mean you should focus on just its aesthetics – make sure your doors are energy-efficient as well.
1. U-factor: When choosing new patio doors, make sure to take their U-factor into account. This measures just how much heat transfers into your home via the door. The lower the number, the better the door at providing thermal insulation.
2. Solar heat gain coefficient (SHGC): This is used to rate how well your patio doors can prevent solar heat gain. A lower number of SHGC means the door unit will transmit less solar heat into your home and will provide greater shading ability. The replacement patio doors offered by Renewal by Andersen® of San Francisco, trusted door and window installation expert, use its exclusive High-Performance Low-E4® SmartSun™ glass. This allows plenty of natural light to stream into your home via your doors, only without the heat gain, keeping your spaces cooler and comfortable.
3. R-value: You should also be aware of your patio doors’ R-value, which measures the way they keep heating energy from escaping your home. A high number of R-value means better insulation, which in turn, prevents significant energy loss.
4. Door material: The type of material your patio door uses actually augments its energy efficiency so you shouldn’t overlook it. The patio doors from Renewal by Andersen of San Francisco, for instance, are available in solid natural wood, fiberglass panels and vinyl cladding. Their durability and airtight seal ensure that your new doors can provide reliable energy-saving performance.
Renewal by Andersen of San Francisco is not just your dependable window installation expert; we can also handle your patio door replacement needs. With our high-quality options, we’ll make sure your home remains comfortable and energy-efficient all year round. We serve the areas in and around San Francisco, CA, and the nearby areas. Call us today at (866) 609-5033, or fill out this contact form to schedule your consultation.
