Single-hung Chicago Windows Photo

Single-hung Chicago Windows Photo

In Chicago, Illinois, cold temperatures and lack of sunlight (Chicago has about 281 cloudy days per year) characterize winters associated with the region. Typically, windows occupy 10 to 25 percent of the exterior wall area of new homes and, in northern regions like Chicago, usually account for approximately 25 percent of the heating loss for a house. These conditions require careful consideration when choosing new windows for your home.

Whether you are building a home and installing new windows or buying replacement windows for an older home, they should let in as much natural light as possible and have a significant R-value, or insulation rating. Consider using stylish, single-hung windows with grids to provide warmth and let the light in, while also giving you the option to open things up when outside temperatures are more inviting.