Consumer Resources
Windows
- Window Basics
When to replace, types of materials, glass information, a window checklist, and a glossary are provided here to give you the information you need to make an educated purchase. - Consumer Tips for Buying Windows
- Windows Defined
This page provides information on many terms you will hear when buying windows, shopping considerations, and glossary. - Condensation & Humidity
General reference on causes and cures for condensation; includes information on measuring humidity.
Doors
- Exterior Doors
Exterior Doors This page covers materials and some shopping tips. - Doors Defined
This page provides information on many terms you will hear when buying doors, shopping considerations, and a glossary.
Energy
- EERE Consumer’s Guide: Windows, Doors, and Skylights
The DOE Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy’s (EERE) guide to energy-efficient windows, doors, and skylights, also known as fenestration, to lower a home's heating, cooling, and lighting costs. - ENERGY STAR: Residential Windows, Doors, and Skylights
ENERGY STAR-qualified windows, doors, and skylights save you energy and money, increase the comfort of your home, and protect your valuable possessions from sun damage. They are also better for the environment because lowering your energy use means less air pollution from power plants. - Energy Efficient Home Articles
- Energy Trust Incentive for Windows
The Energy Trust of Oregon provides cash incentives for energy efficient upgrades to your home, like windows. Energy Trust is a public-purpose organization dedicated to energy efficiency and renewable energy generation. (Pacific Power will point you to this website for their rebate offer.) - Window Replacement Rebate
Go to this website to find information on getting rebates from CPI on energy-efficient windows.
