If you’re looking for a way to reduce noise in your Northern Virginia business or home, replacing your windows can be a great choice. With new soundproofing windows, you can decrease sound pollution from busy streets, noisy neighbors, and more.
In this article, the exterior remodeling experts at Colonial Contracting, Inc. discuss the best window choices for property owners looking to dampen noise, as well as the additional benefits that come from new, high-quality windows.
How Windows Affect Noise Transmission
Windows can play a large role in noise reduction for a property. Window material, thickness, and construction all impact how soundproof a window is. The quietest windows have thicker glass often with multiple panes with air gaps to disrupt sound wave transmission. In addition, window frames made of vinyl, fiberglass, or composite reduce the most noise.
Noise-reduction windows can reduce up to 95% of sounds and are rated by their sound transmission class (STC). The higher the STC, the more noise the window will block. High-end soundproof windows tend to have an STC rating of 50 or higher.
Best Windows for Noise Reduction
While property owners may consider simply adding soundproof window inserts, the best option is to swap out current windows with noise-reducing window replacements. The best sound-dampening window options include:
- Multi-pane windows: Double-pane and triple-pane windows include multiple layers of glass separated by air or gas, reducing the potential for sound transmission.
- Laminated glass windows: Laminated glass windows are made with a sound-dampening interlayer to effectively reduce noise.
- Mixed millimeter glass windows: Noise-canceling windows typically include glass panes of varying thickness to help dampen sounds at multiple frequencies.
- Acoustic windows: These windows are engineered specially to reduce noise with thicker glass and wider air gaps.
Additional Benefits of Installing New Windows
Noise blocking windows offer many benefits outside of quiet living or working space, including:
- Energy efficiency: Modern windows with multiple panes of glass also reduce heat loss, resulting in less reliance on HVAC systems and lower energy bills.
- Improved comfort: New windows that have been properly installed can minimize drafts and help ensure indoor temperature consistency.
- Increased property value: Replacing your windows boosts curb appeal and can attract potential buyers looking for a quiet property.
- UV protection: High-quality window replacements often have coatings that block harmful UV rays.
- Enhanced security: Window replacements may provide advanced locking mechanisms and sturdier materials to increase safety.
- Low maintenance: The newest windows on the market require less maintenance and are both durable and easy to clean.
Choose CCI for Expert Window Services
If you’re ready to invest in new, soundproof windows for your Northern Virginia business or home, call Colonial Contracting, Inc. to schedule window replacement with our team of experts. Since 1997, we’ve been delivering uncompromising quality, value, and service to our customers. As pioneers in the industry, we offer exceptional attention to detail and offer 10-year limited warranties on our services. Plus, we offer financing options to help your window project fit your budget.
Call Colonial Contracting, Inc. to schedule a window replacement today.