Winter in Edmonton is a true test for any home. With temperatures regularly dipping below −20∘C, your windows and doors play a critical role in keeping your home warm, energy-efficient, and protected. HomeTECH® Windows & Doors is here to help you secure your winter installation slot.
Whether you’re dealing with drafty rooms, expensive heating bills, or simply outdated designs, HomeTECH® Windows & Doors offers high-performance solutions tailored specifically for Edmonton’s climate. In this guide, we’ll explore the high cost of waiting and why investing in new windows and doors this winter is the smartest move for guaranteed spring comfort, improved quality of life, and energy savings.
The High Cost of Compromising with Old Windows
Your current windows may be the hidden source of your biggest home headaches and expenses. Edmonton’s long, cold winters expose every flaw, costing you comfort and money every day.
1. Skyrocketing Energy Bills and Poor Comfort
Old, single-pane or poorly sealed windows are a major source of heat loss. In Edmonton’s long winters, inefficient glazing can be responsible for losing anywhere from 25% to 35% of a home’s heat, leading to significantly higher annual heating bills.
- Drafts and Cold Spots: Failing weatherstripping allows cold air drafts to sneak in, creating uncomfortable cold spots and forcing your heating system to work overtime.
- Worse Summer Performance: Old glass lacks the sophisticated Low-E coatings found in modern replacement window systems, allowing excessive solar heat gain in the summer. This forces your air conditioning to run harder, adding to your overall energy expense.
2. Moisture, Ice, and Structural Damage
The extreme temperature difference between your warm interior and the freezing exterior creates prime conditions for moisture problems, which are the leading cause of window failure.
- Condensation and Fogging: When warm, moist indoor air hits a cold inner pane, it causes excessive condensation or frost. If the seal on an older double-pane unit fails, the insulation of gas leaks out, and moisture gets trapped between the panes, creating a permanent, unsightly fog.
- Rot and Mold: Persistent condensation and moisture soak the window frame and sill, leading to wood rot and creating an environment for mold and mildew growth that can pose serious health risks and threaten the structural integrity of your wall assembly.
3. Operational and Security Issues
Edmonton homeowner with aging hardware on their windows and doors eventually lose their functionality. They may stick, jam, or refuse to lock securely because of warped frames (due to thermal stress) or broken hardware. A quality replacement door or windows with modern locking mechanisms is not just about efficiency; it’s about providing superior security and reliable function for decades.
HomeTECH Windows: Built for Edmonton’s Climate
HomeTECH® Windows & Doors offers a definitive fix for every one of these winter problems, thanks to products specifically engineered for the coldest Canadian climates.
1. Windows manufactured with 100% Virgin Vinyl
- Three Benefits of Windows manufactured with a Virgin Vinyl Window Frame
- Durability & Longevity
- Virgin vinyl is made from new, non-recycled materials, which means it’s stronger and more consistent in quality.
- It resists warping, cracking, and fading—even in Alberta’s extreme weather conditions.
- Energy Efficiency
- These multi chamber frames provide excellent insulation, helping to keep your home warm in the winter and cool in the summer.
- That can lead to lower energy bills and a more comfortable indoor environment year-round.
- Low Maintenance
- Unlike wood, virgin vinyl doesn’t need painting or staining.
- It’s easy to clean and won’t rot, peel, or corrode over time.
2. Dual pane or Triple pane windows with argon gas and low-e coatings.
Our glazing technology is specifically chosen to improve your quality of life and reduce energy waste. Our windows are available in both double- and triple-pane options with superior Low-E coatings and Argon gas fill.
3. Industry-Leading Warranty and Security
Choosing HomeTECH® Windows & Doors means choosing a product backed by confidence.
- Non-prorated lifetime fully transferable window warranty: Our industry-leading warranty covers the Vinyl Frame, Sealed Glass Unit against seal failure, and all Window Hardware for life, and is fully transferable to the next property owner. Our installation labour is warranted for a period of twenty-five (25) years.
- Door Warranty: Steel Insulated Doors and Fiberglass Doors are subject to a twelve (12) year warranty from the date of manufacture against any defects under normal conditions.
- Labour Warranty: Enjoy peace of mind with our 25 year labour warranty.
Contact HomeTECH® Windows & Doors today to book your FREE In-Home Consultation.