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Energy Efficient Home Improvements that Save You Money

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Spring is a great time to replace and repair lights, appliances and other systems around your home. While repairing or replacing, you may consider leveling up to more energy-efficient options. They might be slightly more expensive upfront, but they will save you a lot of money both now, and down the road.

Here are some Energy Efficient Home Improvements to consider:

Insulation

Adding insulation to your basement or crawl space can help your house stay cool in summer and retain heat during winter. While you’re at it, seal ducts and ensure that they are straight and connected securely.

Doors and Windows

Consider installing more energy-efficient skylights. Putting in storm doors and windows can save energy and improve temperature regulation. Storm windows can reduce heat loss by up to 50%.

Programmable Thermostat

Installing a programmable thermostat can help you save up to 10% a year on energy costs by adapting your heating and cooling settings based on whether you are home or away. You can place sensors around your home to ensure that you only heat occupied rooms.

Energy-Efficient Systems and Appliances

An on-demand, tankless water heater can be more efficient than a traditional system with a reservoir. If you don’t need an upgrade, you can consider insulating your water heater instead.

Heating and cooling systems are huge energy consumers. Swapping them out for more energy-efficient models can lower your energy bills. The same is true of appliances and electronics that use a lot of power, like refrigerators and clothes dryers.


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Written by: Vipology Staff Writer

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