How to Make Your Home More Energy Efficient

You love your home. It has all of the charm and style you were looking for, but when you got your first heating bill did you experience a bit of a shock? Is your home not as energy efficient as it should be? 

When it comes to saving money with a home, one of the most cost-effective ways to save money is to increase your home’s energy efficiency. Increased energy efficiency will have you saving money, which in turn, will probably make you a happier homeowner. 

Of course, there are lots of ways to go about increasing your home’s energy efficiency. If you are wondering where to begin, here are a few suggestions for you. 

Check Your Insulation 

One of the first areas you can check is the insulation between your walls and your attic. A house with no insulation or very little insulation will lose heat quickly in the winter and retain heat in the summer. 

You can check with a home professional to see if your house is in need of additional insulation to improve energy efficiency. He/she may suggest blowing in insulation between the walls and adding insulation to your attic area to make your house more comfortable during the seasons.

Check Your Windows 

If your home has old and draughty single glazed windows it may be time to replace them. New double glazed windows will add to your home’s energy efficiency which should lead to a savings on your heating bill. Additionally, double glazed windows reduce condensation, reduce outside noise, limit the damage of UV light, provide increased security and enhance your home’s resale value. Double glazed windows are a good investment.

Check Your Exterior Doors 

You may be able to feel a draught when you walk near exterior doors. If this is the case, you may be able to fix the problem by weather stripping the doors. But weather stripping is not always the most cost-effective solution in the long run. You may find that replacing your door with a new one provides you with a more long-term solution to your problem.

Check Your Boiler 

If you have an old boiler it may not be working at optimal efficiency compared to a new one. Speak with a professional about replacing your boiler with a new energy efficient model. A professional will make sure you have one that will provide adequate service based on the size of your home.

Check Your Hot Water Heater 

You hot water heater is another area where you can increase your energy efficiency. One simple way you can do so is to turn the temperature down a few degrees. You could also insulate your hot water heater so that it doesn’t cool down as much between uses. Or, if you are in need of a new hot water heater look at installing an “on demand” hot water heater. 

This type of heater only heats water when needed eliminating the cost of keeping 40-50 gallons of water hot in a storage tank. 

A few quick checks of these parts of your home can go a long way to saving you money and increasing your home’s energy efficiency. Take a look today so you can be saving money tomorrow. 

If you have questions about your current windows and doors, reach out to us at Creative Glazing. We have double glazed windows and a wide variety of exterior doors to meet your needs.