In cold climates, the weather can lead to a lot of heat loss through the windows, which can quickly drive up your energy costs and make it difficult to stay comfortable during the winter months.
One option that is particularly effective in cold climates is double- and triple-glazed windows, which have a low U-factor and high Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) . These types of windows are designed with multiple layers that effectively prevent heat from escaping through the glass, thereby keeping your home warm and cozy all winter long.
Additionally, if you choose windows with a high SHGC coefficient, they will allow more solar heat into the house during the cold winter months, helping to offset some of the heating costs as well. So if you live in a cold climate, be sure to invest in quality triple or double-glazed windows for your home.
Double-glazed window specifications:
- Whole-window U-value: 0.30 – 0.39 (lower values are optimal)
- Whole-window SHGC: 0.42 – 0.55 (higher values are optimal)
Triple-glazed windows specifications:
- Whole-window U-value: 0.19 – 0.26 (lower values are optimal)
- Whole-window SHGC: 0.33 – 0.47 (higher values are optimal)
Triple-glazed windows are an excellent choice for cold climate homes, and houses that are designed with energy efficiency in mind.