*Content courtesy of NFRC Energy Performance
What does the NFRC label tell you?
Independent energy ratings – Informed purchase decisions.
NFRC-certified products are independently tested, certified, and labelled to help you make the best purchase decision for your needs.
While the ENERGY STAR label tells you if a product is energy-efficient, the NFRC label helps you compare between energy-efficient products by breaking down a product’s energy performance.
The NFRC label helps you compare between energy-efficient windows, doors, and skylights by providing you with energy performance ratings in multiple categories.
Window Label
U-Factor measures how well a product can keep heat from escaping from the inside of a room. The lower the number, the better a product is at keeping heat in.
Range: 0.20–1.20
Look for: Low numbers
Solar Heat Gain Coefficient measures how well a product can resist unwanted heat gain, which is especially important during summer cooling season. The lower the number, the less you’ll spend on cooling.
Range: 0–1
Look for: Low numbers
Visible Transmittance measures how well a product is designed to effectively light your home with daylight, potentially saving you money on artificial lighting. The higher the number, the more natural light is let in.
Range: 0–1
Look for: High numbers
Air Leakage measures how much air will enter a room through a product. The lower the number, the fewer drafts you’ll experience.
Range: ≤ 0.3
Look for: Low numbers
NFRC also has a condensation rating that is optional for manufacturers to include, so you may or may not see it on the label. The higher the number, the better a product resists condensation.