Earth Day Inspired Home Improvements

In honor of Earth Day around the corner, let’s chat through energy-saving home renovations. Several improvements can make a significant impact on your home's energy efficiency and thus support our environment. Here are some of the best energy-saving renovations to get started on today!

Insulation: You know that pink, fluffy stuff in your attic and walls?? Well, proper insulation in walls, floors, and attics can greatly reduce heat loss in winter and heat gain in summer, leading to lower energy bills. Insulation can dissipate over time so it’s important to get this checked.

Energy-Efficient Windows and Doors: Installing windows and doors with high energy efficiency ratings is great, but even just replacing older windows in general can reduce drafts and heat loss, improving overall insulation and of course improving your electricity bills! Windows are expensive but have over a 100% ROI.

Garage Doors: Changing out an old garage door not only helps your energy usage, it also has a 103% ROI! That’s one of the highest ROI”s out there. So, if your garage door has seen better days - here’s your sign to replace.

Smart Thermostat: Installing a smart thermostat can help you regulate your home's temperature more efficiently, saving energy and money. We have the Nest Thermostat and its easy to use and looks clean.

LED Lighting: Replacing traditional incandescent bulbs with energy-efficient LED lighting can lower your electricity bills.

Energy-Efficient Appliances: Upgrading to energy-efficient appliances, such as refrigerators, washing machines, and dishwashers, can reduce energy consumption.

Solar Panels: Installing solar panels can significantly reduce your reliance on grid electricity, leading to long-term energy savings. This is important with larger homes in areas with a lot of sunlight. ROI isn’t great, so make sure you talk to local professionals to determine if it is worth the cost.

Sealing Air Leaks: Sealing gaps and cracks around windows, doors, and ducts can prevent air leaks, improving energy efficiency.

Roof Upgrades: Reflective roof coatings or materials can reduce heat absorption, keeping your home cooler in summer and reducing the need for air conditioning.

Water-saving Fixtures: Installing water-saving fixtures, such as low-flow toilets and showerheads, can reduce water heating costs.