Your windows are
costing you every Arizona summer.
Standard aluminum windows weren't designed for 115°F heat. Take our 4-step assessment and see exactly how your current windows compare — and what it means for your energy bills.
Find out where your windows stand.
Answer four quick questions about your home and current windows. We'll show you a personalized performance report — no email required.
What type of windows do you currently have?
Not sure? Single-pane feels hot to the touch in summer. Double-pane aluminum is the most common in Arizona homes built after 1990.
Tell us about your home.
This helps us tailor the assessment to your specific situation.
What issues are you experiencing?
Select all that apply. This shapes your personalized report.
Ready for a custom quote?
Jerry will follow up within one business day with accurate pricing for your home. Get my custom quoteStatistics based on NFRC window performance ratings, DOE data for IECC Climate Zone 2B, and Luft European uPVC product specifications with Low-E glass. Individual results vary by home orientation, shading, installation quality, and HVAC system. Luft Windows is Arizona's only authorized European uPVC profile dealer.
European uPVC vs. standard aluminum.
Every spec that matters for Arizona homeowners — with no marketing spin.
| Specification | Luft European uPVC | Single-pane aluminum |
|---|---|---|
| U-Factor (heat transfer) | 0.17 (triple-pane) — best available | 0.60–0.79 typical — far above ENERGY STAR limit |
| SHGC (solar heat gain) | 0.19 with Low-E — blocks 80%+ of solar heat | 0.55–0.68 clear glass — lets most of the Arizona sun in |
| Air leakage | 0.01 cfm/ft² — near airtight | 0.15–0.30+ cfm/ft² — at or above ENERGY STAR limit |
| Frame thermal bridging | None — 6-chamber uPVC insulates continuously | Severe — metal conducts heat directly in, frames reach 150°F+ |
| Sound reduction (STC) | STC 42+ — noticeably quieter indoors | STC 25–30 — road and neighborhood noise passes through |
| UV blocking | Up to 99% — protects floors, furniture, art | Minimal without Low-E — fading occurs within a few years |
| Lifespan in Arizona | 30+ years — uPVC dimensionally stable in extreme UV and heat | 15–25 years — seals fail, frames oxidize, thermal cycling wears joints |
| Warranty | 20 yr frames / 15 yr hardware / up to 10 yr glass | Typically 5–10 yr limited |
| ENERGY STAR Southern Zone | Exceeds all thresholds | Most standard aluminum units do not qualify |
The only European uPVC
manufacturer in Arizona.
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