Helpful downloads for window & door consumers
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Consumer's Guide to Buying Energy-Efficient Windows & Doors. Government of Canada booklet. |
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Improving Window Energy Efficiency. |
Links to additional informatiom for window & door consumers
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ENERGY STAR® Website - Government of Canada
The international ENERGY STAR symbol is a simple way for consumers to identify products that are among the most energy-efficient on the market. Only manufacturers and retailers whose products meet the ENERGY STAR criteria can label their products with this symbol.
- Turkstra Windows is proud to be an ENERGY STAR participating manufacturer.
- View ENERGY STAR efficiency ratings for windows.
Super Spacer®
There's a simple way to give your windows an advantage in reducing energy costs, ensuring durability and adding comfort and value to your home. It's foam - a unique formula known as Super Spacer®. Super Spacer® provides some of the best thermal performance in the industry...
Canadian Standards Association
The Canadian Standards Association is a not-for-profit membership-based association serving business, industry, government and consumers in Canada and the global marketplace. The CSA develops standards that address real needs, such as enhancing public safety and health....
Siding & Window Dealers Association of Canada
The Siding and Window Dealers Association of Canada has credibility by delivering consistently high standards of products, installations and business ethics. Adherence to a strict membership criteria and code of ethics has earned SAWDAC a strong reputation with consumers. SAWDAC's reputation with renovators is also strong because of the Association's many programs...
What to look for in window and door products - Canadian Standards Association (CSA)
Choosing a window or door is not exactly an open-and-shut case. With thousands of products to choose from, how do you recognize good value...?
The ABCs of Windows - Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation
Buying new windows can be a daunting task, especially for the uninitiated. Knowing the type of window best suited for your home and geographic location can help you choose a window that reduces direct drafts from air leakage and the potential for damage from water leaks...
Window & Door Energy Efficiency - Government of Canada
Energy-efficient windows and doors can save you money by reducing the energy needed to heat and cool your home. When you reduce your home's energy consumption, you also help to reduce greenhouse emissions that contribute to climate change. Energy-efficient windows and doors can also improve indoor comfort by reducing drafts and exterior noise...
Independent Lumber Dealers Cooperative
Founded in 1964, this organization is one of Canada's leading buying cooperatives. It is comprised of 23 of Canada's largest independent home improvement chains with a total of 153 outlets from coast to coast, with sales of $2.0 billion, and growing...
