Easy Ways To Make Your Home More Energy Efficient
There are many more, including unplugging unused appliances, turning off a light when you leave a room, and using cold water to wash your laundry. Shade trees should be planted on the sunny south side of your house, no closer than 15 feet to your home (otherwise the roots of the tree can cause problems with your homes foundation).
The average home spends a whopping $1500 annually on energy costsâÃÂÃÂ"an energy bottom line that is much bigger than it needs to be, because a significant portion of that energy is wasted and lost.
Insulating your home is another way to stop energy loss. By changing from standard incandescent bulb to compact florescent bulbs (CFLs), you can cut that consumption dramatically. The good news is, changing just a few simple things around your house can make a big difference and save a lot of energyâÃÂÃÂ"and money.
More than 10% of a homeâÃÂÃÂs energy is consumed by light bulbs. Energy Star rated ceiling fans do the job even better, moving air more efficiently and using less energy than traditional ceiling fans. Remember, windows and doors arenâÃÂÃÂt the only place air leaks can occur. Ki also authors a blog covering Austin real estate.
All it takes is a little planning and the results can make a big impact on your energy bill.
Planting shade trees and wind breaks (such as evergreen trees) in your yard can also help with heating and cooling your home, in addition to beautifying the earth. Also make sure vents, recessed lighting and the attic accesses are properly sealed. By following some of these simple tips you can make the planet a better place by using less energy and put some extra money in your wallet.
Ki is a realtor in Austin.
These are just a few of the multitude of easy ways you can lower your energy consumption. A CFL uses 2/3 less energy and comes in a variety of styles, shapes and sizes. Circulating the air in your home allows you to set your thermostat higher in the summer and lower in the winter. Although the initial cost is a little higher than the traditional bulb, a CFL lasts twice as long and saves more than enough money in energy costs to pay for itself twice over. He has a site about Austin Texas real estate which includes a graphical search for Austin Homes. By checking the seals around doors and windows, you can prevent leaks and drafts that make your home inefficient by replacing old, worn-out weather-stripping and caulking.
Another way to save some money and energy is by using ceiling fans. Windbreaks are most effective on the northwest side of the house, planted in staggered or double rows. Adding door sweeps beneath outside access doors also increases insulation.
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The average home spends a whopping $1500 annually on energy costsâÃÂÃÂ"an energy bottom line that is much bigger than it needs to be, because a significant portion of that energy is wasted and lost.
Insulating your home is another way to stop energy loss. By changing from standard incandescent bulb to compact florescent bulbs (CFLs), you can cut that consumption dramatically. The good news is, changing just a few simple things around your house can make a big difference and save a lot of energyâÃÂÃÂ"and money.
More than 10% of a homeâÃÂÃÂs energy is consumed by light bulbs. Energy Star rated ceiling fans do the job even better, moving air more efficiently and using less energy than traditional ceiling fans. Remember, windows and doors arenâÃÂÃÂt the only place air leaks can occur. Ki also authors a blog covering Austin real estate.
All it takes is a little planning and the results can make a big impact on your energy bill.
Planting shade trees and wind breaks (such as evergreen trees) in your yard can also help with heating and cooling your home, in addition to beautifying the earth. Also make sure vents, recessed lighting and the attic accesses are properly sealed. By following some of these simple tips you can make the planet a better place by using less energy and put some extra money in your wallet.
Ki is a realtor in Austin.
These are just a few of the multitude of easy ways you can lower your energy consumption. A CFL uses 2/3 less energy and comes in a variety of styles, shapes and sizes. Circulating the air in your home allows you to set your thermostat higher in the summer and lower in the winter. Although the initial cost is a little higher than the traditional bulb, a CFL lasts twice as long and saves more than enough money in energy costs to pay for itself twice over. He has a site about Austin Texas real estate which includes a graphical search for Austin Homes. By checking the seals around doors and windows, you can prevent leaks and drafts that make your home inefficient by replacing old, worn-out weather-stripping and caulking.
Another way to save some money and energy is by using ceiling fans. Windbreaks are most effective on the northwest side of the house, planted in staggered or double rows. Adding door sweeps beneath outside access doors also increases insulation.
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