5 Step Action-Plan to Making Your Home More Energy Efficient. By Guest Blogger, Karleia S.

By Guest Blogger, Karleia S.

 

5 Step Action-Plan to Making Your Home More Energy Efficient

Photo provided by Guest Blogger, Karleia S.
Photo provided by Guest Blogger, Karleia S.

Contrary to popular belief, you do not have to do a lot of hard work to make your home more energy efficient. You can save money and energy by making a few simple changes to your home. Below are five ways you can make your home more energy-efficient:

Replace Incandescent Light Bulbs

Compact fluorescent light bulbs use a lot less energy than incandescent light bulbs. While compact fluorescent light bulbs do cost more, you will actually end up saving a significant amount of money. It is estimated that the average incandescent light bulb lasts about 1,000 hours compact fluorescent light bulbs can last over 10,000 hours.

Plant A Tree

Plants can shade your home, which can help it stay cooler during the summer months. That is why you may want to consider planting a tree in your home. Deciduous trees are the best ones to plant. Not only can they help keep you cool during the summer, but they can also help keep you warm during the winter. During the winter months, the deciduous tree loses it leaves. This helps more sunlight enter your house during the day.

Replace Old Appliances

Older appliances use significantly more energy than new ones. You may be able to save a lot of money by replacing them with Energy Star appliances. Newer appliances are able to do the same amount of work and use less energy.

Replace Your Windows

If your windows are old, then it may be time to replace them. You can save anywhere from seven to 24 percent on your energy bill by replacing older windows with ones that are more energy-efficient. You may also want to consider investing in energy efficient vinyl plantation shutters.

Make Sure Your Home Is Well-Insulated

You could be wasting a lot of energy if your home is not well-insulated. Insulation helps reduce the rate at which warm air flows into your home during the summer and out of your home during the winter. There are many insulation materials that can be used, such as cellulose and fiberglass.

You do not have to do a lot to make your home more energy efficient. Replacing old appliances, using compact fluorescent light and making sure your home is properly insulated are some of the ways you can make it more energy efficient. You may also want to plant a tree near your home and replace your windows if they are old.

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