Timothy Evans of Traverse City Home Inspections says there are ways to save money and energy in your home.
Timothy Evans of Traverse CityHome Inspections says there are
ways to save money and energy inyour home.
Find Better Ways to Heat and CoolYour House
Instead of using heating and cooling, try methods such asinstalling a cooling fan, or installing a wood or pellet stove.
Install a Tankless Water Heater
These only produce hot water when necessary.
Replace Incandescent Lights
Traditional incandescent lights convert approximately only10% of the energy they consume into light, while the rest
becomes heat.
Seal and Insulate Your Home
Tightly seal your home to improve indoor comfort withoutpaying the money for heat and cooling.
Install Efficient Shower heads andToilets
Try installing low flow shower heads and toilets.
Use Appliances and ElectronicsResponsibly
They can account for 20% of household energy bills.
Install Daylighting as an Alternative toElectrical Lighting
Try starting with skylights or light shelves.
Insulate Windows and Doors
1/3 of a house's heat loss can occur through windows anddoors.
Cook Smart
Use convection ovens and microwave ovens, for example.
Change the Way YouDo Laundry
Wait until you have a full load of clothes, for example.