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8 Top Tips To Help You Build A Greener Home

12/9/2021

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Going green is a goal shared by millions, and there is no better place to start than your home. After all, you spend more time here than in any other setting. Moreover, success at home will naturally influence matters outside of the home.

Knowing that you want to improve your home is one thing, but knowing how to do it is another altogether. Here are eight areas to focus on for stunning results.

1| Switch to LED lights

It’s always a wise move to start the process with an easy upgrade. LED lights are far better for the environment than incandescent ones. They burn less energy, which will also reduce your bills. They also last longer, meaning you replace them less often.

Changing the lights throughout your property will require a small outlay but you’ll get that money back quite soon. Moreover, it’s a job that can be completed in the space of one day. And it will provide the perfect platform to build upon.

2| Improve your home’s insulation

Heat loss is the biggest cause of wasted energy. You will lose the majority through your windows, walls, and roof. Renewal by Andersen Windows services will quickly improve the home’s efficiency as well as the interior and exterior looks. Perfect.

If you face issues with the roofing, you may want to look at new tiles or interior insulation. Insulation for cavity walls, thicker drapes, and draft excluders all aid the cause. Ensuring that radiators remain unobstructed is another crucial step.
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3| Address faulty or outdated appliances

Before looking at too many luxury updates, you must be sure to prioritize the essentials. Leaks can be both dangerous and costly, which is why fixing those should be considered an immediate task. Gas line repairs, for example, can save lots of energy - and money.

Outdated appliances also need quick attention. You may think that persisting with outdated tech is a good move for the environment. But each wash, for example, will waste energy. From toilets to washing machines, upgrades are key. They make your life easier too.

4| Still look for repairs

While outdated equipment should be replaced ASAP, not all faulty goods need replacements. It is often cheaper, easier, and greener to choose repairs. Expert services like Mr. Repair can work wonders. Not least because you won’t need to learn new machines.

Crucially, repairs will prevent old goods from ending up in landfill. Better still, the results can often be seen in 24 or 48 hours. This is a far better solution than waiting weeks for new products. Not least because it lets you mentally move on.

5| Consider recycling & upcycling

Repairs aren’t the only way to help resources work harder. Learning to recycle is a particularly wise move. Food recycling should be at the top of the agenda as over one-third of food ends up in the trash. But your efforts should not end there.

It is also advised to think about recycling product parts or any natural materials that you may not require. Another option is to upcycle by turning old toys into bedroom decorations or using pallets for home DIY projects. The benefits can be huge.
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6| Use the garden more

Learning to do more with the garden is easily one of the best ways to make your home greener. After all, we all consume a lot of energy when we are inside. Using the natural resources of light and heat will naturally reduce your carbon emissions.

There are many ways to breathe new life into the garden. They range from actively growing plants to simply embracing your little slice of the great outdoors. Either way, your backyard spaces hold the key to ongoing success.

7| Embrace automated tech

Many people wrongly assume that tech features are the enemy. They aren’t. Automated Smart thermostats, for example, adapt to your habits. In turn, you will see optimized performance levels that means reduced energy waste and costs.

Automated tech can extend to impact showers, security features, air conditioning, allowing light into the home, and more. The technologies have become far more accessible in recent years and will make immediate and ongoing energy savings.

8| Harvest energy

When thinking about energy efficiency for the home. Solar panels are one of the first items that enter your mind. And there is a good reason for this. Thankfully, the installations are now more affordable. Especially as some locations offer government discounts.

As well as using solar technology, you can consider the conservation of water. It will be necessary to research the regulations in your region. Nonetheless, there is no doubt that there will be opportunities to save energy in style.
2 Comments
Katie
12/14/2021 11:56:44 pm

Appreciate the green sustainability info - keep it up, keep spreading the word.

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12/28/2021 08:46:08 pm

Wonderful tips for building a greener home and love these images you use to emphasis the tips. Repairs and maintenance make a huge difference to keeping any home more energy efficient.

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