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In addition to being a common source for air leaks, windows themselves are often a place in your house that lets a lot of heat transfer through. Upgrading your windows to modern double-glazing will help prevent any heating or air conditioning from being lost through them.

Upgrading to double glazing windows can reduce heat loss by up to 50%, a significant savings on both your energy bills and your carbon footprint.

Double glazing windows work by trapping air between the two panes of glass. This acts like a layer of insulation for your home, which as discussed in the insulation section, has a big benefit to your carbon footprint. On top of that, this insulation will also work on noise, and will reduce condensation on your windows.

If installing double glazing to the windows in your house is too expensive, then consider doing it for the largest windows or in the rooms that emit the most heat. These windows will have the biggest impact on your carbon emissions and will be the biggest help to fight global warming.

Installing double glazing can be a difficult job. For all but the handiest people, it is worthwhile to hire a contractor for this.

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