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If you are like most homeowners, a window is a window, and you just want to replace them. Obviously there is a lot more to a window then a piece of glass, and choosing the right window and combination of features can save you a fortune on your electric and gas bills.

To get you started, here is a list of to-do's you will want to consider. The list contains a series of tasks and questions you should familiarize yourself with before you even talk to your first conversation with a window manufacturer.

• Make a checklist of all the windows in your home.
• Determine the window type for each window you will be replacing. There may be special considerations to keep in mind if you are dealing with historical homes.
• Which construction material will be used for the window framing, such as aluminum or vinyl?
• Decide how many panes of glass your new windows will have.
• Choose which energy efficiency options you would like for your windows.
• Will your new windows protect your family and belongings?
• Are you getting a good warranty to protect your investment?

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Replacement windows can make your house a lot better place to live. Most houses have old or non-functional windows; this is the main reason why house get too cold during winter and too hot during summers. Replacement windows can be installed over your existing windows; replacement windows fit the openings perfectly and cut down on outside noise and eliminate cold drafts.
Most replacement windows are double-pane; this means that there is air between the two panes of the replacement windows which provides complete insulation to you house, and makes your house sound-proof too. So if you install replacement windows and close all of them, you house will be able to retain warmth even when the snowy wind is howling outside!

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More U.S. homeowners are saving now money with eco-friendly windows. According to a survey conducted by the U.S. Department of Energy 58 percent of American homes have multi-pane windows, an increase from the 36 percent in 2005. Multi-pane windows offer greater thermal insulation which helps a home maintain a temperature and use less energy for heating or cooling.
Through the Residential Energy Consumption Survey (RECS), the Department of Energy collects data on how U.S. households use energy, including home building characteristics, appliances, demographics and fuel use. The national survey found that the use of energy-efficient windows varied substantially depending on ownership. While only 45 percent of multi-family and rental homes have multi-pane windows, 65 percent of single-family homes owned by the family contain such windows.