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29 WAYS TO MAKE YOUR HOME ENERGY-EFFICIENT

29 WAYS TO MAKE YOUR HOME ENERGY-EFFICIENT
 
Are you interested in making your home more energy efficient and saving money? Discover whether there are some big (or small) energy-saving opportunities that you're missing!
 
  • Energy Auditor: Get an energy audit from your utility company.
  • Light Bulbs: Swap out incandescent bulbs for compact fluorescent or LED options.
  • Sun and Window Treatments: Use the light and heat from the sun to selectively warm your house by opening your blinds or curtains.
  • Power Strips: Flip the switch on the power strips when you’re done using electronics.
  • Weather-stripping on Windows: If windows aren’t airtight, you can weather-strip them to protect against drafts.
  • Water Heater: Replace older water heaters, and keep your water set at a reasonable temperature (not too hot!).
  • Rain Cistern: Collect rainwater for watering flowers or grass outside your house.
  • Compost Container: Start composting for a natural (free) garden fertilizer and reduce waste.
  • Showerhead: Swap out your showerhead for a low-flow version.
  • Thermostat: A smarter thermostat can save you energy by adjusting through the day.
  • Attic Insulation: Air-sealing or insulating your attic will keep your house warmer (or cooler).
  • Attic Bathroom With Water Under Sink Turned Off: Turn off the water in out-of-the-way bathrooms to save water.
  • Ceiling Fans: Ceiling fans might be a workable alternative to air conditioning.
  • Clothes Washer: Use cold or warm water to wash clothes.
  • Dishwasher: Only run full loads of dishes and clothes.
  • Solar Screens on Windows: Add solar screens to keep your house from overheating in the summer.
  • Solar Panels: Solar panels can offset your energy usage.
  • Light-colored Roof: A lighter-colored roof will reflect the sun.
  • Reclaimed Wood Floors: Reclaimed wood floors look great and don’t require felling new trees.
  • Storm Doors: Combat leaking warm or cool air outside with storm doors.
  • Refrigerator: Upgrade your appliances to energy-efficient models.
  • Laptop Computer: Use a laptop instead of a desktop.
  • Trees: Plant trees for shade.
  • Roof Ridge Vents: Roof ridge vents let heat escape from your attic.
  • Wind Turbine: Offset energy costs with a wind turbine.
  • Concrete Counter: Concrete is cheap, looks great, and is a green countertop upgrade.
  • Low-flow Toilet: Save gallons of water every time you flush with a low-flow toilet.
  • Xeriscaped Front Lawn: Xeriscaped lawns look great and don’t take as much water to maintain.
  • Manual Push Mower: A green alternative to a riding or motorized push mower is a manual push mower.

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