Answers matching: Windows
Scroll UpAdding insulation to our attic or replacing old inefficient windows?- Matt, Wauwatosa, WI
Generally insulation will be more cost effective.
Click to read the full answerAre there any rebates or incentives available to help us remodel an old building?- Bill , Plainfield, WI
Building shell upgrades are under the custom incentive program.
Click to read the full answerDo low-e window films actually reduce heat loss/gain?- Brad , Fox Point, WI
There is not much information currently.
Click to read the full answerWhat part of the house is the most important area to air seal?- Harry, Glendale, WI
The attic is the single most important area to air seal.
Click to read the full answerWe have new windows, should water and dirt be coming inside?- Becky, Carson City, NV
Water and dirt can be associated with air leakage.
Click to read the full answerIs there a Cash-Back Reward for energy-efficient windows?- Mary, Oregon, WI
There may be tax credits available.
Click to read the full answerWill tinting my windows reduce heat loss & heat gain on large, southern facing windows?- Brian , Beldenville, WI
Tinting windows will help reduce heat gain in the summer.
Click to read the full answerCan inside storm windows really save up to 50% on energy costs?- Allison, Madison, WI
They can improve comfort & reduce window condensation.
Click to read the full answerHow important is the design pressure rating?- Ron , Madison, WI
It depends on where you live.
Click to read the full answerDo chimney balloons cause condensation?- John, Kilmarnock Ayrshire UK
There are a couple of ways to answer this, read on for both
Click to read the full answerI had windows installed through my entire house and they leak air, what can I do?- Michael, Chilton, WI
All windows leak some air.
Click to read the full answerHow do I find out which of my windows are the most drafty?- Kathrine , West Allis,WI
There are several easy ways to check air leaks around windows.
Click to read the full answerWhat kind of energy savings can I expect by replacing a two pane window with a broken seal?- Michael , Lisbon, WI
A few calculations will help you out.
Click to read the full answerWhat incentives are there for appliances, furnace/air-conditioning, lighting, or windows?- Tom , Racine, WI
Depending on the product purchased, incentives may be available.
Click to read the full answerHow can we find out why ice collects on the inside of our windows?- Karen , Green Bay, WI
Have a Home Performance with ENERGY STAR evaluation.
Click to read the full answerAre newly installed windows eligible for rewards?- Terri , Eau Claire, WI
There may be federal tax credits available.
Click to read the full answerWhy do my windows fog up in the winter?- Becky, Milwaukee, WI
High humidity may likely be the culprit.
Click to read the full answerShould I replace my old single-pane windows?- Donald , Berlin, WI
Average payback on double pane window is around 20 years.
Click to read the full answerIs it worth it to replace my windows with more energy efficient ones?- Jessica, Milwaukee, WI
It can be worth it, but it might not be necessary.
Click to read the full answerHow do you find out if there are rebates for replacing single pane windows from the 1950's?- Bryan, Grafton, WI
There may be tax credits available.
Click to read the full answerAny suggestions on how to decrease the air leakage around windows without replacing them?- Amy, Wauwatosa, WI
Please visit this Web site for more information.
Click to read the full answerHow can I get rid of condensation in my five-year-old house?- Brian , Waunakee, WI
There are a variety of options. Read on for more.
Click to read the full answerIs there any rebate to install windows (besides the tax credit)?- Jayne , Fort Atkinson, WI
Focus does not offer incentives on windows.
Click to read the full answerWill UV blocking film on Western facing windows help keep the room cooler (and help with cooling costs)?- J, Madison, WI
UV blocking window film will help keep the room cooler.
Click to read the full answerWhat energy-efficiency rating is recommended for window replacements?- Sie, Oak Creek WI
Lower U factors equate to better efficiency.
Click to read the full answerIs there assistance for replacement windows in an income-eligible residence?- Judy, Brodhead, WI
Possibly, please read on for further details.
Click to read the full answerMost of our windows have mold. How can we solve this before replacing them?- Margie , Kohler, WI
Mold should not cause windows of this age to need replacement.
Click to read the full answerIs there a program to help with the cost of energy efficient windows?- Mary Lou, Washburn, WI
There are no state income tax incentives for windows.
Click to read the full answerWould new windows stop the mold in the corners and on the window?- Marty , Green Bay, WI
New windows are only a temporary fix, this is a moisture problem.
Click to read the full answerLooking for recommended energy efficient window blinds.- Joe, Phillips, WI
Window coverings may help you save money.
Click to read the full answerHow can I find a firm in SE WI that replaces vintage windows with energy-efficient ones?- Mike , Whitefish Bay, WI
A little research will help.
Click to read the full answerDoes my county have any programs to replace windows?- Darlene, Barnes, WI
I can direct you to another website for details.
Click to read the full answerIs there such a thing as "stale air" and is it harder to heat?- Lori, Appleton, WI
"Stale air" is no harder to heat than "fresh air”.
Click to read the full answerHow much energy can I save by replacing my windows?- Dave, West Allis, WI
You could save quite a bit depending upon what type of windows you currently have.
Click to read the full answerIs there a program for window replacement?- Steven, Millwaukee, WI
There may be federal tax credits available.
Click to read the full answerThe windows in my 30 year old apartment do not have a proper seal. Can I put tape on them?- Jan , Oak Creek, WI
Tape is only a temporary fix.
Click to read the full answerWould it be cost-effective to replace my 1939 home's original windows?- Gary , Allouez, WI
Having a rating conducted can verify the payback.
Click to read the full answerWhy do my windows have condensation on them in the winter?- Nancy, Appleton, WI
High humidity may likely be the culprit.
Click to read the full answerI have a wood sided house that needs repairs and want to maximize energy efficiency.- Tom , Madison, WI
This is the perfect time to make energy improvements.
Click to read the full answerI just put in three sky tubes. Is there a tax credit?- Chad, Janesville, WI
Visit the Tax Incentives Assistant Project Web site.
Click to read the full answerI'm building a house & need advice on windows; brands, reasonably priced, efficient?- Teana , Milwaukee, WI
Whatever you choose, make sure it is an ENERGY STAR!
Click to read the full answerHow much impact does the loss of the argon have on the U values?- Gary, Reedsburg, WI
One percent of argon gas is typically “lost” every year.
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