Energy Efficiency
Our windows and doors aren’t just tough – they help you save energy. All standard Integrity products meet or exceed federal ENERGY STAR® guidelines. Because our windows and doors are built to the highest efficiency standards, you can reduce your environmental impact and see significant savings on your heating bill over the long term.
- Energy Star
- Tax Credit
- Efficient Construction
- LEED Certified
ENERGY STAR
ENERGY STAR® is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy designed to recognize products that meet strict energy efficiency guidelines. All Integrity products are ENERGY STAR rated, ensuring not only energy savings but potential tax credits when you replace old, inefficient windows.
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Tax Credit
ENERGY STAR windows installed on or before December 31, 2011, qualify for a federal tax credit. This homeowners credit for windows is equal to 10% of the replacement cost up to $200.
To qualify for your credit, save your purchase receipt and all NFRC/Energy Star labels from the windows and doors installed. Print and save the Manufacturer’s Certification Statement for your record. Fill out IRS Form 5695 and file it with your Federal tax statement.
Federal Tax Credit Details
To qualify for your credit, save your purchase receipt and all NFRC/ENERGY STAR labels from the windows and doors installed. Print and save the Manufacture's Certification Statement for your record. Fill out IRS Form 5695 and file it with your Federal tax statement.
Manufacturer’s Certification Statement
Efficient Construction
Integrity products are energy efficient by design, thanks to the low-conductivity of the Ultrex framework keeps heat transfer to a minimum and the insulating properties Low E II glass with argon gas. Low E II features a double metallic coating on the inside glass surface to reflect or absorb warmth and reduce damaging UV rays.
The following factors are used to determine a window’s energy efficiency:
- U-factor – This measures the rate of heat loss and how well a product insulates. The lower the number, the better a product is at keeping heat inside a building. The U-factor is key in the winter months, and important to consider in choosing a window.
- Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) – This measures how well a product blocks heat from the sun-the lower the number, the better. This is valuable in southern climates or high sun intensity areas where you might actually want to keep the sun’s heat out of your house
- R-value – This measures resistance to heat loss. Many people are familiar with the R-value because of its use in home insulation. But actually, for windows and doors, U-factor and solar heat gain coefficient are more important measurements.
- Design Pressure Rating – The “DP” measures the amount of pressure a door or window will withstand when closed and locked. Each DP rating also establishes other performance factors such as water penetration; air infiltration; structural pressure; forced entry; and operational force. The higher the DP numbers, the better the performance. Look for the certified hallmark of the Window and Door Manufacturers Association.
LEED Certified
The U.S. Green Building Council’s LEED® (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification recognizes projects that meet stringent standards of environmental and public health excellence. While individual building components themselves are not certified, Integrity’s long-lasting and energy-efficient windows and doors can be an integral part of your project’s LEED certification.
Please contact us if you would like more information pertaining to your specific project.