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Chill Out This Summer

Let’s paint a picture: It’s summer. The sun is blazing. The air outside feels like a hairdryer on full blast. And your neighbor is sweating buckets trying to block the sun with a beach towel and wishful thinking. This is, in fact, the reality for most under our Alabaman sun.

But YOU?

You’re lounging in your living room, cool as a cucumber, thanks to your home’s silent heroes: Double Pane, Low-E, Vinyl Windows.

Oh yes, friends. Windows can do so much more than just let you wave to the mailman. Let’s dive into why these magical portals to the outdoors are the secret weapon to surviving—and thriving—this summer.

Low-E = Low Effort, High Cool

Low-E (that’s short for “low emissivity,” but we won’t quiz you on it) is a special coating on your windows that reflects heat and harmful UV rays.

Translation?

• Less heat comes in
• Less precious cool air leaks out
• Your AC doesn’t have a summer meltdown trying to keep up

Bonus: That Low-E coating helps protect your floors, furniture, and curtains from sun-fade. So your couch can keep its vibrant sass all summer long.

Double the Panes, Double the Chill

Single pane windows are so last century. Literally.

Double pane windows feature two layers of glass with an air or gas-filled space in between. Think of it like your home wearing sunglasses and a puffy jacket at the same time.

Here’s the breakdown:

• Blocks more heat
• Reduces outside noise (bye, lawn mowers and barking dogs)
• Keeps indoor temps consistent (no more Arctic blast in the living room and lava in the kitchen)

And yes, it’s energy efficient too—which brings us to...

Hello Energy Savings!

Look, we love summer—but sky-high utility bills? Not so much.

With Double Pane, Low-E windows:

• Your HVAC system works less
• You save more
• The planet does a little happy dance

In fact, energy-efficient windows can cut your energy bills by up to 25%. That’s enough for an inflatable backyard pool and the giant flamingo floatie.

Vinyl: The Superhero Frame You Didn't Know You Needed

Let’s give a round of applause to vinyl—the chill, low-maintenance window frame material that laughs in the face of heat, humidity, and chaos.

Why vinyl rocks:

• Won’t warp, peel, or rot in the summer sun
• Never needs painting (go enjoy your weekend instead)
• Budget-friendly without looking budget

And the best part? It seals tight, helping those double panes and Low-E coating do their job like a dream team.

Built-In Comfort, Courtesy of Goodwyn Homes

At Goodwyn Homes, we don’t believe in shortcuts—especially when it comes to comfort, energy savings, and long-term value.

That’s why our homes come standard with energy-efficient windows designed to beat the Southern summer heat while keeping your interior cool, calm, and collected. It’s the kind of attention to detail that makes our homes actually smart—no app required.

This summer, you could invest in blackout curtains, eight fans, and a kiddie pool in every room…

OR you could sit back, sip your iced tea, and let your double pane, Low-E, vinyl windows do the hard work. It’s just one of the many ways we build homes that are stylish, functional, and always ready for the weather—no matter what Mother Nature throws our way.

Come see (through crystal-clear windows) the difference for yourself!

By GOODWYN BUILDING STAFF 7-1-2025