Tallahassee, Florida Window Replacement
Last updated on 01/08/2022
Tallahassee window replacement involves not only installing new replacement sets on your home, but making any necessary repairs to the window opening. Once repairs have been made and the new replacement window products have been installed, a professional Florida installer will also dispose of the old units. When you compare quotes from several of the local window replacement contractors in Tallahassee, ask for a comprehensive estimate that includes all of the necessary steps.
As the capital of Florida, Tallahassee enjoys a rich, vibrant and exciting culture. Tallahassee is a center of education, agriculture and trade in the Florida panhandle. Because of its geographical location, Tallahassee experiences higher temperatures in the summer than other areas of FL, with highs approaching or exceeding 100 degrees. Tallahassee window replacement experts recommend products that will keep your FL home comfortable during the area's long summers and short, mild winters.
Low E Replacement Brands
The emissivity of a window determines how much heat is transferred through the glass. Some types of glass are highly emissive, allowing heat to accumulate inside a Tallahassee home until the room becomes unlivable. Low emissivity, or low E, glass is treated with a material that reduces the transfer of heat, which keeps your rooms cool and comfortable even when the temperatures rise. Although windows that are treated with low E coatings are typically more expensive than regular products, low E windows can reduce energy loss by a significant percentage.
Low E coating is a layer of metal that is so thin that you can't see it when it's applied to the inside or outside of a replacement product. This microscopic metal layer reduces the amount of radiation that penetrates the window. In warm climates, the layer of metal coating is applied to the outside of the glass. In cold climates, where interior heat must be conserved, the low E coating is applied to the inside layer of glass.
Low E Tallahassee window replacement products are recommended for windows that face the south, east and west. Glass in these areas of the home tends to accumulate more light and heat during specific times of the day. Solar blinds may also be used to minimize solar heat gain on hot days. If you've noticed that your air conditioning bills have been rising, even though your rooms feel stuffy and uncomfortable, window replacement of your current units with low E products may solve the problem. Low E glass may also keep furniture and carpets from fading.
The visible transmittance of glass, or the amount of light that comes through the pane, may be reduced by a low E coating. However, if you choose a product that is spectrally selective, visible transmittance may not be noticeably affected. Spectrally selective Tallahassee window replacement brands admit certain wavelengths of light while blocking others, so that your home remains comfortable but light is not minimized.
Tallahassee Window Grilles
While some FL windows offer an unbroken view of the outside world, others are divided into separate panes. An assembly consisting of several separate panes may be more stable than a large sheet of glass, especially during high winds or violent weather fronts. The use of grilles, grids or muntins is also a matter of personal taste. Grilles and muntins add a traditional touch to an interior, while unbroken sliding panes or fixed units have a contemporary, streamlined look.
There are a number of terms for the dividers that separate panes in Tallahassee window replacement products. A mullion is a vertical divider that runs the whole length of a frame and provides structural stability for the assembly. Mullions may evoke a gothic style, lending simple elegance to a formal living room or office. Transoms are horizontal dividers that are sometimes used in conjunction with mullions to separate the panes of a large Tallahassee window replacement unit. Muntins refer to the strips of wood that divide separate panes.
With all the energy efficient Tallahassee window replacement brands on the market, choosing a product that makes your house more comfortable doesn't require sacrificing style. Energy Star brands are both attractive and energy efficient, reducing carbon emissions and lowering your utility bills while making your home more stylish. When you work closely with a Tallahassee window replacement professional, you can choose models that will improve your home's appearance and contribute to the health of the environment.
The money you invest in Tallahassee window replacement can result in a home that's more comfortable, more quiet and more secure. High performing windows minimize noise as well as controlling heat and glare. You and your family will enjoy your time together much more when your house is cool and livable in the warmer months. Compare quotes from a number of the best providers in your area to get the results you're looking for at prices that fit your household budget.
Tallahassee, Florida U-Factor and SHGC Ratings for Replacement Windows
When shopping for replacement windows in Tallahassee, Florida - located in Leon County - it is extremely important to purchase windows (and doors) with the correct u-factor and solar heat gain coefficient (SHGC) as rated by Energy Star.
Energy Star determines the u-factor and SHGC that will give you the most energy efficienct replacement windows, skylights, and doors based on your county's climate zone.
The climate zone assigned to your county takes into account how extreme the seasons are in your area. How warm and cold it gets in Tallahassee determines how well your new windows will need to keep out the cold air and the hot sun.
Below, you will find a table with the climate zones and corresponding u-factor and SHGC ratings for Tallahassee, Florida and Tallahassee's metro area counties including: Gadsden County FL, Jefferson County FL, Leon County FL, and Wakulla County FL.
The climate zone, u-factor and SHGC listed for your county in the Tallahassee, FL area will help you to determine which replacement windows, skylights, and doors will maximize energy savings for your home.
To find the Energy Star recommended u-factor and solar heat gain coefficient (SHGC) for your county in the Tallahassee metro area, simply do the following:
- Find your county in the left most column.
- Find your climate zone in the orange box to the right of the column with your county's name.
- Under the orange box with your climate zone, find the dark grey box with the product you are looking for - window replacements, new doors, or skylights.
- Under the product type, you will find the best u-factor and shgc as determined by Energy Star.
- When getting quotes from contractors, be sure that your window replacements, new skylights, and/or replacement doors have these ratings to maximize energy efficiency in your home.
| Counties | ||
|---|---|---|
| Gadsden County FL Jefferson County FL Leon County FL Wakulla County FL |
Southern Climate Zone | |
| Windows | ||
| U-Factor | SHGC | |
| 0.40 or less | 0.25 or less | |
| Skylights | ||
| U-Factor | SHGC | |
| 0.60 or less | 0.28 or less | |
| Solid Doors (No Glass) | ||
| U-Factor | SHGC | |
| 0.17 or less | No Rating | |
| Doors with Less than Half Glass | ||
| U-Factor | SHGC | |
| 0.25 or less | 0.25 or less | |
| Doors with More than Half Glass | ||
| U-Factor | SHGC | |
| 0.30 or less | 0.25 or less | |
If you don't see your home's county above, use the u-factor and solar heat gain co-efficient (SHGC) search tool below to search for your Tallahassee, FL area county's recommended window efficiency ratings.
Use the table above or the tool below to search for the specific u-factor and SHGC for your county so that you are educated and have this information on hand in order to maximize the financial return on your investment in new windows, new skylights and/or new doors in the Tallahassee, Florida area.
Remember to research thoroughly prior to making a window replacement or replacement door purchase, regardless of whether you are installing the windows and doors yourself or having them installed by a licensed professional contractor.
Tallahassee Window Suppliers
Below you will find a list of local window retailers, contractors, installers, and manufacturers in the Tallahassee area.
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