Renewal by Andersen®
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Cottage Grove, Minn. – Renewal by Andersen® is proud to announce that, out of all residential and commercial window replacement manufacturers and dealers in the greater Pennsylvania (PA) area – including Philadelphia, Doylestown, Malvern, Norristown, and Levittown, it is the first one to be Green Seal certified and ENERGY STAR® qualified. Long before going “green” became the popular trend, Renewal by Andersen® maintained a commitment to manufacturing energy efficient products from replacement glass windows with added thermal protection to storm doors with extra weatherstripping. This strong commitment is now recognized through partnerships with organizations that educate consumers on choosing environmentally friendly products.

Andersen Windows, Inc. and Renewal by Andersen® help homeowners in Pennsylvania (PA) achieve improved energy efficiency with Green Seal Certified Replacement Windows and Doors

Andersen Windows, Inc. (often misspelled as Anderson Windows, Inc.) has and continues to set a new precedent as the first ENERGY STAR® window manufacturer to earn Green Seal Certification. Subsequently, all windows and doors from Andersen and subsidiary replacement window manufacturer, Renewal by Andersen®, have Green Seal certification. What does this certification mean to consumers like you? Green Seal is a national nonprofit environmental organization intended to help consumers choose eco-friendly products. Consumers who buy products with the Green Seal certification know they are not only making a wise investment for their home, but a significant impact on protecting the environment.

In order to obtain the certification, Renewal by Andersen® was required to ensure that all replacement windows meet the following criteria:

• Energy efficiency
• Clearly labeled performance data
• Packaging with at least 25% post-consumer material
• No use of heavy metals in the frame or sash materials
• Consumer education materials that show proper use and installation

“To earn certification, we demonstrated that our window and door replacements meet energy efficiency requirements and are manufactured and packaged in an environmentally conscious manner,” said Craig Evanich, president of Renewal by Andersen®. For homeowners in Pennsylvania (PA), specifically in Philadelphia, Doylestown, Bensalem, Malvern, Norristown, and Levittown, the Green Seal certification is a green light to buy replacement windows and doors from Renewal by Andersen®. Not only does Renewal by Andersen® dealers in Pennsylvania offer eco-friendly windows and screens with guaranteed proper installation, they work with residents to ensure correct use once put in and long-term maintenance over the product’s lifetime.

Renewal by Andersen® Replacement Windows in PA are Shown to Significantly Reduce Energy Consumption
Green Seal estimates that Americans – like those in Bucks and Chester County – would save up to 2.5 percent of the annual U.S. energy consumption – approximately 200 gallons of oil for every household in the U.S. if all residential and commercial replacement windows in the U.S. were as energy efficient and environmentally friendly as those manufactured by Andersen Windows. Furthermore, Renewal by Andersen® window replacements comply with ENERGY STAR® performance criteria for all climate regions of the U.S. As leading ENERGY STAR® replacement window manufacturers, Renewal by Andersen® equips all products with High-Performance® Low-E4™ glass that is up to 45% more energy efficient in winter than standard dual-pane windows and 56% more energy efficient in summer as compared to ordinary dual-pane glass.*

Look for Green Glass Replacement Windows with ENERGY STAR® and NFRC Labels... Look for Renewal by Andersen®
Just like the Green Seal certification, ENERGY STAR® labels identify products that are designed to use less energy, helping consumers make environmentally conscious buying decisions. ENERGY STAR® is a voluntary labeling partnership of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of Energy (DOE). Compared to products that adhere to common national building codes, ENERGY STAR® products are 40% more energy efficient, according to the DOE. Another independent, nonprofit organization that establishes tests and rating systems is the National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC), which focuses on the energy efficiency of windows, doors, and skylights specifically. Renewal by Andersen® was the first window replacement company to NFRC-certify its products on a national level.

Go green as you make improvements to your Pennsylvania (PA) home. Whether you live in Doylestown, Norristown, Malvern, Levittown, Bensalem, or Philadelphia, when comparing replacement windows and doors, look for the Green Seal, ENERGY STAR®, and NFRC labels. All labels are proudly displayed on all Renewal by Andersen® glass windows and doors.

Renewal by Andersen® Evolves with a Focus on Protecting the Environment
With over 100 years of innovation as window and door manufacturers, Renewal by Andersen® has been developing their products to energy efficient standards years before they were required to do so. The company maintains a commitment to protecting the environment in current and future product development. In addition to High-Performance™ Low-E4™ green glass, all products are custom manufactured with Andersen’s patented low maintenance and energy efficient Fibrex® material. By continuously improving material use and reuse, waste management, emissions and recycling, as well as the performance of all replacement windows and doors, Renewal by Andersen® strives for excellence in eco-friendly practices today and tomorrow. Experience the start-to-finish window replacement service exclusive to Renewal by Andersen® first hand by contacting one of the Andersen windows dealers in Pennsylvania (PA) today. With one of the largest nationwide networks of window replacement specialists and the most extensive line of window and door design options, Renewal by Andersen® simply cannot be beat.

Consumer Resources
Visit the following websites to find out more about energy efficient and environmentally friendly windows:

www.renewalbyandersen.com – Renewal by Andersen®
www.greenseal.org - Green Seal Organization
www.energystar.gov - ENERGY STAR®
www.doe.gov - U.S. Department of Energy
www.nfrc.org - National Fenestration Rating Council

More information about Renewal by Andersen® can be found on the company’s website at www.renewalbyandersen.com.

*Values are based on comparison to U-Factor and SHGC ratings for clear glass non-metal frame window default values from the 2006 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC).

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