Saving Money at Home
Whenever the economy tightens up a bit or gas prices soar people begin to re-evaluate ways to save money. Maybe it is driving less or cutting back on dining out but did you know that there is money to be saved at home?
Many homes were built and being built that doesn’t take into account being very energy efficient. Unless your home was designed with energy efficiency in mind then chances are there is some low hanging fruit that can be snatched up that will save you money. When looking at saving money and being more energy efficient at home you can start from the top to bottom.
The attic is a great place to start. Look at the insulation in the attic and make sure that it is sufficient for your climate. Look at the “R-value” of the insulation to help determine your needs, generally the higher the “R-value” the more energy you can save.
If you are in the market for new windows, consider swapping out your old ones for highly efficient new ones. Look for windows made with low emissivity and consider windows with spectrally selective coatings for warmer climates. If the climate is on the colder side then look for gas filled windows.
There are lots of ways to reduce the energy you use at home, some might take a few years to pay back but in the long run it would be worth it and besides adding comfort for your family it will build value in your home.
Get more information at EnergySavers.gov
