As tree leaves change to warmer colors and cooler weather rolls in, mother nature signals that the holidays are right around the corner! With the change in weather, you might want to consider replacing old windows and doors with more energy-efficient ones which can help lower your utility bills year-round. There are plenty of styles and types of doors and windows to choose from, and whether or not they are eco-friendly is not as important as whether or not they are installed properly. To successfully keep the indoor climate controlled, all windows and doors must be sealed correctly. Also, if you are an American homeowner, going green can probably help you save money around tax time if you buy and install  before December 31st. When cold weather arrives, keep window treatments on windows facing south so you can capture the suns heat, and at night close them so you can help keep the heat inside. Check out options at your local home improvement stores or talk to local installers to decide which options work best for you and your budget. Saving money and helping out the environment can go hand-in-hand when you choose to buy energy-efficient products for your home. 

Blog inspired by article feature in The Monitor and can be seen here: http://homes.themonitor.com/news/energy-290-windows-help.html