A Crash Course on Solar Heat Gain Coefficient
If you’re a homeowner who’s concerned about the energy performance of your home and its fenestration, then you may have heard about or come across the term solar heat gain coefficient. In today’s blog post, Kroll Construction, one of the leading roofing companies in the area, discusses the basics of solar heat gain coefficiency and its importance.
What Is Solar Heat Gain Coefficiency?
In layman’s terms, solar heat gain coefficient (SHGC) refers to the measurement of how well a product (windows and doors in particular) is able to block heat from the sun. SHGC is expressed as a value between 0 and 1, with the lower number indicating a better performance against unwanted heat gain. When the temperature starts to rise come the warmer months, doors and windows with low SHGC are extremely useful in keeping passive heating at bay.
On the other hand, doors and windows with higher SHGC levels are a better choice for homes that are in areas with a colder climate. Your preferred home exterior and roofing company can help determine which type of products are suitable for your home.
SHGC Requirements
Homes in regions that experience colder climate, such as Michigan, can benefit more from doors and windows with higher SHGC levels, as these products retain heat better. The type of glazing plays a role in how well a window can manage solar levels. Apart from having a higher SHGC, the window glazing recommendation for homes in cold climates should also have a low U-value which is the rate of heat transfer through a structure divided by the temperature difference in the building.
Achieving a Comfortable Home
Energy-efficient doors and windows help keep your home comfortable and your energy costs in check.
As one of the go-to home exterior and roofing companies in the area, Kroll Construction offers professional installation of high-quality windows that won’t disappoint. Call us today at (844) 688-9632 or fill out this online form to discuss your home improvement project. We serve Detroit and nearby areas in Michigan.
