tax c energy efficiency se red e back it in f form or atio n energy efficiency always compare whole window performance and not just the individual components whole window performance while individual components contribute to energy efficiency it s whole window performance that s most important renewal by andersen® windows will help you save money on your energy bills many companies tout specific features of their window components when discussing energy efficiency renewal by andersen focuses on the big picture the whole window performance we pay particular attention to the window frame and glass critical components for energy efficiency we also place enormous significance on complete professional installation and warrant it in writing because a good window can only perform well if it s installed correctly windows have played an important role in home design for centuries historically window development focused on the right balance between the benefits of natural light and ventilation
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framing material makes a difference andersen® products and patents have revolutionized the window and door industry for more than 100 years we know windows and window materials in 1958 renewal by andersen s parent company andersen corporation tested and rejected aluminum as a framing material it conducted heat and cold plus it could pit and corrode also in the 1950 s andersen developed the first hollow vinyl window in the u.s we liked the low maintenance feature of vinyl but concluded that it didn t have enough structural integrity in 1966 andersen created the wood-clad window and door category with the permashield® line of products in the 1970 s andersen began experimenting with reclaimed wood fibers in 1991 after decades of development and testing andersen patented and introduced fibrex® material a composite of wood fibers and polymer fibrex material combines the strength and stability of wood with the low-maintenance benefit of vinyl renewal by andersen windows made with fibrex ma
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glass there s more tha meets the eye at first glance all window glass may look the same but not all glass performs the same renewal by andersen offers three different glass options high-performancetm low-e4® glass high-performancetm low-e4® smartsuntm glass high-performancetm low-e4® sun glass while it can be hard to see the differences in our glass you will appreciate them each glass option provides a varying degree of four unique benefits for heating cooling visible light transfer and ultraviolet uv protection the right glass solution for you depends on the climate you live in the architectural design of your home the orientation of your windows to the sun and the custom climate you desire in your home glass coatings are used to create the different glass characteristics glass coatings all of our high-performance low-e4 glass features a specially designed glass coating system utilizing state of the art coating technology on the glass exterior metal oxide coatings are applied to m
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glass continued glass options high-performancetm low-e4® glass is our standard offering high-performance low-e4 glass is 45 more energy-efficient in winter and 56 more efficient in summer compared to ordinary dual pane glass depending on where you live that can cut your energy bills up to 25 highperformancetm low-e4® glass blocks 83 of harmful uv rays ® cross section of a renewal by andersen sash exterior argon blend filled air space tio2 coating low-e coating interior high-performancetm low-e4 smartsuntm glass is the most energy-efficient glass option we have ever offered highperformance low-e4 smartsuntm glass is 47 more energyefficient in winter and 70 more efficient in summer when compared to ordinary dual pane glass it has our highest efficiency rating in cool weather and is exceptional in hot climates where solar heat gain can lead to excessive air conditioning expense smartsuntm glass blocks the sun s heat while letting in almost as much natural daylight as clear glass reducin
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glass dual seal continued renewal by andersen secures the two panes of glass with two sealants a compressed butyl and a specially formulated silicone we also remove the low-e coating around the embedded glass edge to make sure the sealant has a clean surface to adhere to other manufacturers leave the coating around the edge which contributes to seal failure our precise sealing process helps provide a longer life for the windows preventing moisture from leaking in between the double glazing and providing a more robust seal as a result the seals in the glass of renewal by andersen products are much more durable than that of others in the industry in fact our glass is in a class of its own that s real value long term glass performance renewal by andersen uses only glass constructions certified for durability by the world s leading organizations on the engineering and manufacturing of insulating glass our experience and research allows us to stand behind our glass with a nonprorated 20 yea
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installation completes the installationpicture completes the picture a window must fit well in the opening to provide long-term performance and energy efficiency renewal by andersen® replacement windows are custom made to precisely fit each window opening in your home and they are installed by professional renewal by andersen installers improper installation can easily occur if an installer cuts flashing incorrectly uses the wrong sealant or does not insulate between the window and rough opening rough handling during transportation or installation can compromise the seal of the glass to the frame any of these things and more can keep your window from performing to the product s fullest performance level we consider installation so important to a window s performance that we back it in a written limited warranty for a copy of the renewal by andersen 20/2/10 year limited warranty ask your sales consultant or visit www.renewalbyandersen.com experience start-to-finish process beauty ene
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the big picture energy efficiency has gained national importance and window and door replacement is recognized as one pathway to energy independence and the reduction of harmful global emissions in the american recovery and reinvestment act of 2009 the stimulus plan homeowners now may have the opportunity to receive a significant tax credit of up to $1,500 for energy efficient windows and doors purchased in 2009 and 2010 to be eligible windows and doors must meet a new higher standard and have both a u-factor and solar heat gain coefficient shgc of 0.30 or lower renewal by andersen is proud to offer you an extensive selection of windows and patio doors that meet or exceed the criteria required in fact almost all of our windows are eligible to qualify for the federal tax credit compare our check list to your own we think you ll agree renewal by andersen whole window performance offers a complete solution for your window replacement needs windows and doors that are nfrc certified and l
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