subject: Home Energy Savings For The New Year [print this page] What are your goals for this year? Some people reach for the near impossible hoping to land higher than they could've imagined-- even if they don't achieve the actual set goal. Others choose the goals they know they can accomplish and have needed to do for years-- they play catch up. Both are great strategies and saving big on energy can be a goal for any resolution-maker.
From the new tenant to the long time homeowner, anyone would love to save some money on energy bills this year. With lower energy costs you can be sure to enjoy your home more! So, where to begin?
What's a Home Energy Evaluation?
Not many people want to willingly waste energy. We don't want to abuse such a valuable resource, which is why so many are trying to find new ways to produce and conserve energy. The first step in conserving energy is coming to an understanding about how much is being used and how much should be used. Then make some necessary adjustments and move forward!
Local energy experts can perform tests called home energy evaluations, which actually help to identify the areas throughout your home that are wasting energy.
Perhaps you already have a hunch about where you're losing the most energy. You may be correct, but there just might be larger hogs or more hogs than you'd expect. That's why calling an expert can become so valuable.
From duct cleaning, replacing windows and doors, to insulation and water conservation-- energy savings could be everywhere if you're willing to look. That's exactly what an expert will do.
Most people spend a lot of money on their heat and hot water. In fact, 43% of most homeowners' energy bill is being devoted to heating and cooling expenses, followed by 12% energy going toward water heating.
Schedule a Home Energy Evaluation
It may be difficult to find the areas in your home that are costing you the most money. So, when you hire your local home energy professional, you can trust that they'll find the triggers to your home's energy issues.
If there's a draft you may be in need of some replacement windows. When the heat is always on high during the winter and the air conditioner is blasting in the summer, but the house is always a bit uncomfortable-- you may need some new insulation and air sealing.
Of course, it may seem as though there are just some small repairs in need of some attention, but that's the point exactly. These energy repairs are precise and appear to be quite simple, but when the repairs are ignored or overlooked, the problems only increase. Why not have an expert sweep through your house and pinpoint the issues?
Since we've learned that heating and cooling can be the hefty issues for most homeowners, an expert may suggest repairs to air sealing, insulation, radiant barriers, duct sealing, HVAC systems, windows, and doors.
There's no need to waste your time trying to continue making the same repairs without improvement to your monthly investments. While your specialist performs the necessary repairs, he/she will also provide some advice regarding water, light, and accessory or appliance usage.
