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Energy efficiency is an important and hot topic right now. We’re all looking to do our bit for the environment and reduce our carbon footprints where possible, and the energy efficiency of our homes is a big part of that. Maybe you’ve had an energy efficiency audit and you want to improve things or you simply feel as if there’s money to be saved by making the home more energy efficient than it currently is.

Either way, there are plenty of options to consider when it comes to making your home greener and more efficient from an energy usage point of view. We’re going to go over many of the different things that have the biggest impact on the efficiency of your property and why you should think about implementing those changes at home. Doing so doesn’t need to be difficult and you’ll reap the rewards for a long time to come, so read on now to find out more.

Replace Old Appliances with Energy Efficient Options

One of the first things you should do to improve the energy efficiency of your home is to take a look at your old appliances and see which of them isn’t up to scratch. If they’re not performing for you as they should and it’s been a long time since you upgraded them, it’s a good idea to make that change. Of course, only do so if there’s going to be a tangible upgrade in efficiency. Unnecessary upgrades aren’t too great for the environment either.

Upgrade Old Windows

Upgrading your old windows is definitely a good idea if you want to reduce your heating bills. So much of the heat that you’re generating to keep your home warm is lost through the windows if those windows are of poor quality. With old windows, you might as well be throwing money straight out of them. Do yourself and your home a favor by contacting a company like Flagstaff Window and having them upgraded to modern options that are able to keep heat in rather than letting it all out.

Consider Installing Solar Panels

If you haven’t yet installed solar panels on your roof, it’s something you should certainly be thinking about. Lots of people are now making this upgrade to their homes and it’s no coincidence why. They can see the tangible energy efficiency benefits that come with generating their own energy in a sustainable way. Those solar panels are a source of energy that can replace the energy you usually pay for from a regular supplier. The same applies to small wind turbines which can be useful depending on your location.

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Use a Programmable Thermostat

Lots of people are now turning to programmable thermostats in the home. That’s because these kinds of thermostats give you much greater control over how you heat your home and what temperature you want each particular room to be. You can play around and turn it down to save money without sacrificing your comfort. That extra control enables you to save money day after day, and those savings add up over the course of a month or a whole year, so it’s not to be ignored.

Replace Your Doors

Replacing doors that are not offering the kind of protection that you need them to is a good idea if you’re serious about making your home a bit more efficient. Of course, the exterior facing doors are the ones that are most important to replace. But even replacing internal doors that offer better insulation can make a big difference because it enables you to heat specific rooms and prevent that heat from escaping into adjoining rooms. That can make a real difference in the winter months.

Supplement Air Conditioning with a Ceiling Fan

If you want to make your home more energy efficient during the summer, one way of doing that is to add a ceiling fan to the home. These can then supplement your air conditioning system and create a flow of cool air through the home, and that’ll help you to rely on your air conditioning system less. That small change might not seem like a big deal but if it means using your air-con less, it’ll save you a considerable amount of money over the long-term and use less energy too.

Get Extra Insulation Installed in the Home

Homes that are poorly insulated are much less energy efficient, it’s as simple as that. If you want to make sure that your home is energy efficient and protected, you should consider improving the insulation or adding to the insulation that’s already in place. The approach you take will depend on the current situation of the home. Ask a professional to take a look at it and see which approach they advise as being the best one to make.

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Consider Low-Flow Water Fixtures

There are many ways in which you can make your home more efficient and the amount of water you use in your home is one of them. If you think you’re using too much water and you would like to try and use a little less, one way to do that is to consider investing in low-flow water fixtures. The sooner you have these in place, the sooner you’ll start saving water. And that means making your home more efficient and saving money in the long-term.

Switch to LED Bulbs

If you’re yet to make the switch to LED light bulbs in your home, now is the time to make that happen. This kind of switch will make a big difference if you make it throughout each room in your home. The great thing about LEDs is that they not only use a lot less energy than other traditional types of light bulbs but that they also last a long time. You can expect these bulbs to last a couple of decades before they need to be replaced. That means you’ll save a lot of money on replacement bulbs going forward. That can only be a good thing.

Buy an Eco Kettle

Using the kettle is something that we all take for granted and don’t give a second’s thought to. But some kettles are pretty wasteful in terms of energy efficiency. That’s why right now there is a big rise in the popularity of eco kettles. You should definitely think about investing in one if you want to use a little less energy in your home, especially if you’re someone who likes to drink a lot of tea and coffee each day. There are many small changes like this that add up and make a big difference when combined.

Change Your Bad Habits

Changing your bad habits will certainly have an impact on how much energy you use in your home. If you’re in the habit of leaving lights on, leaving devices on standby and leaving the tap running, these are all things that will reduce your home’s overall efficiency. So if you want to make a positive change, start thinking about the small things you do without even thinking about them each day. If you can change those bad habits, you’ll be operating more efficiently in no time.

There are lots of ways in which you can make your home more energy efficient and the ideas above all offer great places to start. Each of them will not only make your home more green and efficient but also help you to save money going forward, which is never a bad thing.

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Kori

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Kori is a late diagnosed autistic/ADHD mom. She is currently located in Albany, NY where she is raising a neurodiverse family. Her older daughter is non-speaking autistic (and also has ADHD and Anxiety) and her youngest daughter is HSP/Gifted. A blogger, podcaster, writer, product creator, and coach; Kori shares autism family life- the highs, lows, messy, and real. Kori brings her own life experiences as an autistic woman combined with her adventures in momming to bring you the day-to-day of her life at home. Kori is on a mission to empower moms of autistic children to make informed parenting decisions with confidence and conviction.

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