Doors and windows
- Choose high-performance doors and windows
- Choose the most durable and airtight windows
- Choose airtight, durable doors
- Eco-responsible suggestions for door and window installation
It is very important for doors and windows to blend with the overall architecture of the home. Unfortunately, the breach they create in the building envelope results in a technical weakness. Significant air infiltration often occurs around doors and windows: good installation is critical to seal them properly to the walls.
Over the years, many wear-and-tear problems can be corrected with relatively simple, economical solutions. For example, weatherstripping and hardware can be replaced to reduce air leaks, wooden window frames can be covered with aluminum, and unsealed glass can be replaced with thermal panes to save energy and reduce resource use.
But if the doors and windows are so damaged that these adjustments are not enough, the best solution is to replace them with new doors and windows that are safer, better insulated and easier to maintain. Besides improving the appearance and value of your home, choosing durable, high-performance products is a cost-effective investment that can reduce heating costs by up to 10%.