Adding a sunroom to your home comes with many incredible benefits including beautiful natural light, relaxation, and extra living space. However, it is important to be careful when it comes to designing and constructing your sunroom or you might see your energy consumption and associated utility bills skyrocket.
Fortunately, Midwest Construction is here to help you maximize the energy efficiency of your sunroom. Below are some of our top tips for creating a stunning, enjoyable, and energy efficient sunroom addition.
Glass Types
Your choice of glass for your sunroom windows will play a crucial role in the energy-efficiency of your space. Selecting energy-efficient glass for your sunroom’s windows will go a long way to toward keeping the room comfortable and eco-friendly. The two most important features to consider when it comes to your window glass are:
- U-Factor: The U-Factor of glass refers to its ability to prevent heat from leaving a space. You should look for windows with lower U-Factors to improve your sunroom’s energy efficiency.
- SHGC (Solar Heat Gain Coefficient): The SHGC of the windows you choose will also be important when it comes to improving your energy efficiency. An SHGC number measures how well a window blocks heat from the sun. Again, the lower the number, the better the performance and energy efficiency.
Insulation
While the majority of your sunroom materials will be glass, you still have an opportunity to add insulation for improved energy efficiency. You can add insulation to the ceiling and floors of your sunroom to maximize comfort and energy efficiency.
Window Tinting
Utilizing tinted windows in your sunroom design can add style and aesthetic value to your space while increasing its energy efficiency. Tinted windows will still allow you to get plenty of natural light in your space but will reduce heat gain on hot days and heat loss on cold days for a more comfortable space and lower energy bills.
Add Shades and Drapes
Using shades and drapes are some of the easiest and fastest ways to improve the energy efficiency of your room. Solar shades and insulated fabric drapes are some great options for sunrooms and can help you to instantly make your space more energy efficient.
Contact Us for Help with Your Sunroom Project
With some careful planning, you can get a beautiful and energy-efficient sunroom that you and your family will enjoy for years to come. As one of the top providers of quality sunrooms to clients in Iowa, Midwest Construction is here to make all your sunroom dreams come true. From all seasons rooms and three and four-season sunrooms to gabled sunrooms, SIP panel sunrooms, and more, we have a variety of sunroom styles available and specialize in delivering high-performance, energy-efficient, and custom-designed spaces to homeowners in the area.
With over six decades of experience, an exceptional reputation, and a BBB accreditation with an A+ rating, we are a team you can count on for quality results. With our personalized service and tailored design and build solutions, we will ensure that you receive the relaxing and energy-efficient sunroom that you have always wanted. Contact us today to get started with a free consultation and estimate.
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