Choosing Energy Efficient Home Solutions
In today’s market, there are many solutions out there for homeowners to help save on energy costs. If energy saving sounds good to you, we recommend exploring products that are Energy Star Certified. This certification gets applied to a product after it’s been tested and approved by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Certified products include items such as appliances, electronics, building supplies, and more. Below we highlighted some of the products offered by YBC that are Energy Star Certified.
1. Casement Windows
Paradigm casement windows are made of a vinyl material and has weather-stripping seals around the window’s perimeter, providing a strong barrier that eliminates drafts. Check the NFRC code.
2. Awning Window
E-Series awning windows from Andersen has a maintenance-free aluminum exterior to resist water and other elements. Choose from multiple finishes or colors. Check the NFRC code (National Fenestration Rating Council).
3. Fiberglass Entry Door
Therma-Tru fiberglass entry doors have a variety of styles to choose from and provides security and durability. Therma-Tru’s steel entry doors are also Energy Star Certified. Check the NFRC code.
4. 3-Tab Shingles
These white Royal Sovereign shingles by GAF features a Color Lock™ Ceramic Firing to maintain color and comes with a 25 year limited warranty. Click here to view other GAF shingles that are approved by the CRRC (Cool Roof Rating Council).
5. Color Contrast Shingles
Owen’s Corning offers TruDefinition® Duration® COOL Shingles help keep roofs cooler and may result in lower energy consumption. Click here for more Owen’s Corning Shingles approved by the CRRC.
With the purchase of just one or many Energy Star Certified products, your home will be more energy efficient. To view the different categories of Energy Star Certified products, click here. Your Building Centers offers the mentioned products above, and countless other building materials. Be sure to check out our products page to fulfill your project needs.