What Does SHGC Mean?
Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) is a standard used in the US to estimate solar radiation that passes through glass relative to the amount of solar radiation hitting the glass.
Choosing Windows In The Pacific Northwest
Durability and performance are key factors to be considered, and windows will perform and age differently in different areas of the country.
What Are High Performing Windows and How Do They Save Energy?
Westeck exclusively offers some of the most energy-efficient replacement and new install windows available in the Pacific Northwest. To help you choose the best windows, this article will explain high performing energy-efficient windows.
Emissions From Buildings
The federal government pledged a raft of policies to tackle GHGs generated from Canada’s built environment, including drafting a Canada Green Building Strategy.
The Focus of Building a Net Zero Home
Every part of a Net Zero Home works together in harmony to create the ultimate energy efficient living space. Through advanced “building science” techniques, technologies, and products, builders can significantly reduce a home’s energy consumption.
Find A Licensed Energy Advisor
A Program Qualified Energy Advisor is trained to provide builders, renovators and homeowners guidance and direction on ways one can improve and measure the energy efficiency of a home.
Energy Efficient Windows Remain a Top Priority for Homes and Buildings
Energy Efficient Windows Remain a Top Priority for Homes and Buildings in Canada and the USA. Home buyers increasingly want to live in an energy-efficient homes, and statistics show that the proportion of them willing to pay extra is rising fast.
Westeck Feature – Building Excellence Magazine
In the Fall Edition of the Building Excellence Digital Magazine, Westeck Windows has a full page ad, pictured are some of the latest offerings from Westeck such as the 4300 Series Casement Window line, the GrandView MultiSlide Patio Opening, and Westeck Premium Fibreglass Door Products.
The U.S. Takes A Big Step Towards A Clean Grid
The U.S. Inflation Reduction Act takes a big step towards a clean grid. Can Canada keep up?
Canada must act to remain a leader on clean energy and do its part in ensuring an equitable, prosperous and safe energy future for our world.
Replacement or New Construction Windows for Energy Efficiency
Energy efficient windows are an important consideration for both new construction and existing homes. Heat gain and heat loss through windows are responsible for 25%–30% of residential heating and cooling energy use.