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Is there really a major difference triple vs double?

 
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BrianB
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PostPosted: Fri Mar 14, 2008 11:31 pm    Post subject: Is there really a major difference triple vs double? Reply with quote
Hi Everyone,
I'm new to the forums and I have a question regarding triple & double pane windows. Will I notice that much of a difference on my AC/Heating bill if I went with one or the other? I'm trying to keep these windows within my budget, but if one will save me money in the long run it's worth looking into.

Thanks!
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Anthony01
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PostPosted: Sun Mar 16, 2008 2:45 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote
Triple pane is usually used where weather conditions are very harsh (If it stays hot for a long period of time, cold for a long period of time, etc). You need to factor that in before you make any final decisions to if you want to spend the extra $$$ for triple pane windows.
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InternetFanatic
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PostPosted: Wed Mar 19, 2008 3:10 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote
If you can afford the extra cash for triple pane windows, it's always a nice thing to have. However, if you really can't afford it right now double pane would work just fine.
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BrianB
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PostPosted: Fri Mar 21, 2008 8:21 am    Post subject: Reply with quote
My budget is a little low, so I'm not sure that I will be able to afford Triple pane windows. I'm just more concerned about in the long run. If these will end up saving $$$.
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CreativeConcepts
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PostPosted: Sat Apr 12, 2008 12:33 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote
BrianB wrote:
My budget is a little low, so I'm not sure that I will be able to afford Triple pane windows. I'm just more concerned about in the long run. If these will end up saving $$$.


They will end up saving a little, but it may take years before those windows actually start paying for themselves. It's its something that you can afford, I say go for it. Otherwise play it safe Smile
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