windows are single pane aluminum framed

[msimerson]

window info

issues

• lots of heat leakage (u-factor 1.3, R-1)
• Condensation on the interior glass wets and deteriorates the wood sills.
• aluminum is a great conductor of heat / horrible insulator (reduces to R-0.5)
• glazing needs replacement

todo

• measure every window needing replacement
  • consider how windows are used, adjust type
  • adjust measurements for new sizes
• get quotes for new windows get quotes for new windows #74
• order windows
• wait for delivery (July 13)
• install windows (install windows #76)
• apply for rebate (apply for replacement window rebate #101)

References

• Efficient Windows Collaborative
• Innie Windows vs Outies: When walls have exterior foam, where do the windows go?
• Window Installation Tips for a Deep Energy Retrofit

[msimerson]

The last single pane window has been replaced. Happy day!