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We have become conscious of how we all impact the environment, so many homeowners are looking into how to make homes more energy-efficient. This is progressive to improve the planet and will also save you money on your energy bills for the future, in this blog post we shall explore some ways where you can modernize your home with energy efficiency in mind.
Solar Panels
Living in a sunny area can be a bonus to installing solar panels on your house, this not only modernizes but also reduces your energy bills. Solar panels supplied by All Seasons Energy generate your own electricity for your home which will be a great use of free sunlight, and you can reduce your reliance on the grid and help you save your funds over time.
Get an Insulation Upgrade
Insulation is excellent for keeping your home warm in the winter months and cooler for the warmer ones. Your home might be older than you think so your insulation may be outdated and not quite good enough for current energy efficiency standards. When you upgrade your insulation the comfort levels will be so much better, and this will reduce your energy bills.
Change to LED Light Bulbs
If you’re still using traditional incandescent bulbs you will be using much more energy than LED bulbs. LED bulbs do last longer too, so if you switch out to these, you’ll save money on your bills and decrease your impact on the environment.
Upgrade to a Smart Thermostat
A smart thermostat will definitely modernize your home’s heating and cooling systems. The point of these smart systems is to learn your temperature preference and adjust to it and this will maximize your overall energy savings. With some models of smart thermostats, you can control this remotely from your mobile phone, which means you can have your home set to be ready for when you return home.
Focus on your Windows and Doors
If you have old windows and doors, this could be leaking your heat out in cold seasons and letting more heat in during the hotter seasons. Buying new doors and windows that are energy-efficient will dramatically boost comfort levels and bring your energy bills much lower. When shopping for these new items, it’s useful to look for energy star certified products which means they have been tested independently and meet strict energy-efficient guidelines too.
Invest in Appliances
Think about what appliances are in your house and if they are wasting too much energy when they are in use. As mentioned above these appliances can be replaced by more energy star certified products that will benefit your bills in the long run. These products are designed to provide the same level of performance that your current item can do but be more efficient.
To conclude, this modernization of your home will be an investment your checkbook will appreciate in the future and this will add value as well. Overall you save more and waste less on your energy use.
