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You see tinted car windows and wonder, \u201dWhat\u2019s that person got to hide?\u201d<\/p>\nYou see tinted car windows and wonder, \u201dWhat\u2019s that person got to hide?\u201d<\/p>\n
Well, believe it or not, windows with energy-saving film are becoming popular for homes. But, it\u2019s not primarily for privacy (although it may be a nice side-benefit).<\/p>\n
Consumers are beginning to add energy-saving film to their windows to reduce their energy consumption.<\/p>\n
A standard single-pane window rejects just 19% of the sun\u2019s heat. That means more than 81% of it gets through.<\/p>\n
Consider that we\u2019re in a hot and sunny state here in Texas, and it\u2019s easy to see why this could cost you quite a bit of energy.<\/p>\n
Tinted windows reject 35-45% of the sun\u2019s heat. But the energy-saving film we\u2019re talking about rejects around 84%!<\/p>\n
Too much sun entering your home can lead to uncomfortable hot and cold spots throughout your house.<\/p>\n
However, you can practically kiss those goodbye with energy-saving film on your windows.<\/p>\n
30%. Now that\u2019s a nice chunk! How much money would you save with a 20-30% lower energy bill each year?<\/p>\n
Compared to the time that it takes to pay for itself, the cost is low. Installing energy-efficient windows, for example, typically takes up to 10 years before those windows have paid for themselves. Frequently, that runs up to 15.<\/p>\n
Film take just a few years. But that\u2019s not even the most immediate advantage.<\/p>\n
The greatest advantage is the material cost: energy-saving film costs about $5 per foot while replacement windows cost ten times more at $50 per foot.<\/p>\n
Well, ultimately you have to make the choice. But as far as home energy reduction investments go, film has a fast payback.<\/p>\n
And since it gets so sunny and hot here in Texas, you may even experience faster-than-average returns on your investment.<\/p>\n
You may even be able to install the film yourself. Simply Google \u201csun protection film\u201d or \u201cresidential window tinting\u201d to find products and contractors.<\/p>\n
…And don\u2019t forget to enjoy your savings!<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"