{"id":9030,"date":"2017-09-05T17:49:00","date_gmt":"2017-09-05T21:49:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.energyrefuge.com\/blog\/?p=9030"},"modified":"2017-09-05T17:49:00","modified_gmt":"2017-09-05T21:49:00","slug":"5-tips-to-make-your-home-remodel-energy-efficient","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.energyrefuge.com\/blog\/5-tips-to-make-your-home-remodel-energy-efficient\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Tips to Make Your Home Remodel Energy Efficient"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you\u00e2\u20ac\u2122re thinking about remodeling soon, why not kill two birds with one stone and implement energy saving trends to make your home more efficient? Some energy saving implementations can prove to be costly, but if you\u00e2\u20ac\u2122re remodeling and making a mess anyway, there\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s no reason why you shouldn\u00e2\u20ac\u2122t consider an energy efficient remodel. Here are a few ways you can do that with the following tips.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>1. Block Those Air Leaks<\/b><\/p>\n

Many homes feel cold<\/a>,<\/span> not because of the weather or single glass windows but because there are numerous air leaks that homeowners don\u00e2\u20ac\u2122t know about. If you\u00e2\u20ac\u2122re remodeling your kitchen, for example, and you\u00e2\u20ac\u2122re having new lights fitted in the ceiling, ensure the ceiling space is well-insulated around the lighting area, as that is often one of the main causes of air leaks. While you\u00e2\u20ac\u2122re checking for air leaks, you might as well seal the window areas as well to prevent moisture and to prevent more warm air from escaping. If you\u00e2\u20ac\u2122re wondering why your heating bills are excessive, these are usually the reasons why.<\/span><\/p>\n

2. Insulate Upstairs<\/b><\/p>\n

According to reports, half of the homes in the United States alone are under insulated. So, if you\u00e2\u20ac\u2122re doing any renovation work upstairs, it\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s time to invest in some more insulation to better keep the heat in your home<\/span><\/a>. The attic is often a common problem for heat escaping because it\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s not well-boarded with the right amount of insulation in-between.<\/span><\/p>\n

3. Install a Thermostat<\/b><\/p>\n

If you\u00e2\u20ac\u2122re looking to save 10% of your energy, introducing a thermostat device somewhere in your house could pay dividends. It\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s been reported that although thermostats can be costly to implement in the beginning, they tend to pay for themselves within a few months of installing because of the energy they\u00e2\u20ac\u2122ve saved. Thermostats don\u00e2\u20ac\u2122t just keep the right heat in your house throughout winter, they also do the same when it comes to keeping it cool in the summer.<\/span><\/p>\n

4. Replace Old Windows<\/b><\/p>\n

If you\u00e2\u20ac\u2122re really taking apart your house for a completely new look, you might as well replace your old windows with some energy efficient designs. The latest window designs now come with the best technology when it comes to saving energy. Well-insulated, thick glass, and better-quality materials are used in windows these days that can prevent air from escaping. Invest in decent windows and you\u00e2\u20ac\u2122ll instantly see a difference in the amount of energy you save every month. If replacing old windows and the like, ensure the professionals have the right ZOTA online certification<\/span><\/a> just so you know they\u00e2\u20ac\u2122re qualified if working with old paint with lead properties involved.<\/span><\/p>\n

5. Replace Old Equipment<\/b><\/p>\n

If your boiler isn\u00e2\u20ac\u2122t giving your home the heat it deserves, it could well be time to invest in a new one. Boilers might be wasting more electricity than they are pumping heat, so it\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s always a wise move to invest heavily in a good one just so you know your energy consumption isn\u00e2\u20ac\u2122t going to be as much for less heat. <\/span><\/p>\n

The above tips are just some of the tips you can use while remodeling to ensure your home is more energy efficient. Granted, some of the tips will require a reasonable-sized investment. However, the money they save over a longer period will eventually pay dividends to your pocket. <\/span><\/p>\n

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