Energy Efficiency
Confused With All Those Window Terms?
If you’re shopping for windows or doors you’ve probable run across some terms that you are not familiar with. Everything from R-Values and U-Values to solar heat gain coefficients. These terms are great to know when it comes time to do window replacement, so we here at FAS Windows and Doors are going to share our knowledge with you. R-Value- The capacity of an insulating material to resist heat flow. The higher the R-value, the greater the insulating power U-Value- a measure of the h...
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Tim
5/26/2011
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Greenovation of Terra Verde
The Event Team is back from the Terra Verde Open House. The Terra Verde ranch is located in Umatilla Florida adjacent to the Ocala National Forest! The home was originally built in 1971; although the home was structurally sound it was not energy efficient. Dr. Anna Marie bought the ranch and has taken on the task of turning Terra Verde into a green, eco friendly and ultimately a healthy home. Dr. Anna Marie is President/Executive Producer of Facci Bella Productions. Facci Bella Productions is a ...
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Tim
4/22/2011
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2011 Energy Tax Credits
Sophiep's Take on Things.... What a start to the new year! If you have had the chance to attain last year's energy tax credit , consider yourself lucky! The new energy tax for 2011 won't be as generous. The tax credit amount is 10% of the cost without installation costs; windows are capped at $200 while doors are at $500. It will not apply to new construction, only your " principal home ", which is the home you own or reside in. Between January 1st, 2011 and December 31st, 2011, only products wi...
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Sophiep To
1/31/2011
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Gorell SolarShine
Katie, the Go-to Girl for Windows writes... Who wants to continously clean windows? Not many homeowners do, and FAS Windows and Doors is happy to distribute Gorell products with the SolarShine option. This feature prevents dirt from hanging on to glass, making them super easy to clean, and virtually repel dirt! The SolarShine option is a completely clear coating on the glass. The super-smoothness prevents dirt from remaining on the windows, allowing your windows to stay squeaky clean much longer...
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Katie Pettit
10/27/2010
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Andersen Eco Excels!
Katie, the Go-to Girl for Windows, writes... As the month of October is coming to a close, more and more homeowners are concerned about taking advantage of this year's energy tax credit at the end of this year. Demand is rapidly increasing for windows and doors that encourage energy savings, but in order to qualify for the tax credit before it expires on December 31 st , 2010, homeowners need to window shop with a critical eye. Andersen windows and doors that feature the EcoExcel™ Energy P...
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Katie Pettit
10/26/2010
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Why is Energy Star Important?
Katie, the Go-to Girl for Windows, writes... WHAT IS ENERGY STAR®? ENERGY STAR® is a international standard, now a guideline, for products that are energy efficient . The program is managed by the United States Department of Energy and Environmental Protection Agency. The ENERGY STAR® logo is carried by products that use around 20-30% less energy than federal requirements dictate. ENERGY STAR® requirements assist consumers and businesses ensure greater energy efficiency , and...
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Katie Pettit
10/9/2010
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Energy Audit
Sophiep's Take on Things....
Have you heard of an energy audit? It is a home energy assessment to determine the energy efficiency of your home. You can either do it yourself or hire a professional. According to ENERGY STAR , all you need is your last 12 months of utility bills and compare to the ENERGY STAR Home Energy Yardstick . Contact your utility provider for a 12-month summary if you don't have it or misplaced it.
If you want a more thorough assessment, you can hire a Professional Ho...
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Sophiep To
10/1/2010
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Why Should I Know About Solar Heat Gain Coefficients?
Katie, the Go-to Girl for Windows, writes... What does solar heat gain coefficient mean? And why is it something I should know? Solar gain also known as solar heat gain or passive solar gain is defined as the rising temperature in a space, object or structure a window, for example coming from solar radiation. The strength of the sun and the ability of the structure influence that object's resistance to the radiation. When a window is struck by sunlight, it absorbs short-wave radiation from the l...
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Katie Pettit
9/23/2010
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Going Green, Windows and all.
Brett Roth's Insight Into Window, Doors & Coating. The term going green has become a phrase that everyone has heard somewhere. If it’s bringing your own bags to the grocery store, watering your lawn on certain days or even just turning the lights off when you leave the room, it seems that everyone is getting on these green initiatives. There are many ways to go green in your home with many improvement projects you may have going on too. And this is not just about inconveniencing yourse...
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Brett Roth
7/30/2009
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