07 Reevaluate Your Home’s Insulation If you’re constantly turning the heat up in the winter or the air up in the summer, consider beefing up your insulation. In many houses, especially older ones, there are little cracks and holes we can’t see. Heat and cool air easily escape through these holes and run up your energy bills. You’d be amazed at how much energy you can conserve when you insulate your attic. If your home has a hard time staying warm, your heat could be escaping through your attic. Having a well-insulated attic will help keep your house warm in the winter and cool in the summer. 06 Upgrade to LED Light Bulbs Energy-efficient light bulbs use up to 75% less energy than traditional incandescent bulbs and can last up to 25 times longer. Swapping out light bulbs is an easy and quick thing to do throughout your house that can help you save big on your energy bill. 05 Unplug “Vampire” Electronics Unplug anything you’re not using, even if it's turned off. A plugged-in appliance or electronic is still drawing energy from the outlet. All the devices you keep plugged in can quickly increase energy use and inflate your energy costs.
08 Conserve Water
We can all make small changes to help save water. It can be as simple as turning off the faucet while you brush your teeth or scrub your dishes, taking shorter showers or only running the dishwasher or clothes washer when you have full loads. Another good idea is to fix a leaky faucet. According to EPA.gov, a leaky faucet dripping one drop per second can waste more than 3,000 gallons of water a year. That’s enough water for more than 180 showers.
09 Upgrade Your Windows
Heating and cooling your home uses a lot of energy throughout the year—and old windows can be a significant contributor to your energy demands. According to the U.S. Dept. of Energy, about 25% of home energy is wasted through windows. The good news is that an effective way to cut down on that waste is by upgrading to dual-paned windows that are properly sealed.
Source: Rockethomes.com 21 Eco-Friendly Tips For a Sustainable Home By Jeannette Baum 5/23/2023
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