ENERGY STAR® certified Low-E storm windows have low-profile protective layers and use Low Emissivity (Low-E) glass to improve your home’s energy performance compared to traditional glass storm windows. Low-E storm windows are a proven way to keep your home warm in the winter and cool in the summer at a fraction of the cost of replacement windows.
ENERGY STAR® certified Low-E storm windows make it easy to save energy and money. ENERGY STAR® certified storm windows are tested and certified to meet program requirements and are subject to additional routine performance verification testing.
According to the Environmental Protection Agency, ENERGY STAR® certified Low-E storm windows can save you up to $350 on your annual heating and cooling costs. You can expect to earn back the incremental cost of the ENERGY STAR® certified storm windows in about three years.
Why is buying Low-E storm windows a better option than replacement windows?
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There may be other factors to consider before purchasing Low-E storm windows. Visit our trusted vendor, QuantaPanel, to receive guidance, cost estimates, and answers to your questions.
Rhode Island Energy offers an instant rebate of $25 per window for Rhode Island customers who purchase ENERGY STAR® certified Low-E storm windows. Customers can purchase up to 20 Low-E storm windows per residential electric or gas account.
To qualify, storm windows should be made with Low-E glass.
Low-E storm windows must be installed by a licensed contractor in Rhode Island Energy's electric or gas service area. They must be UL listed, installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications, and conform to all applicable municipal, state and federal codes, standards and regulations, and program requirements.