As energy costs increase, it makes sense to look for ways that save you money while staying comfortable during winter in Helendale, CA. Saving energy doesn’t mean you have to dress in many layers to keep warm inside your house or that you have to light tons of candles to save on electricity. Below are five tips to improve your energy efficiency in 2021.
Change to LED Lightbulbs
If you haven’t discovered how LED lightbulbs can help you save on your utility bills, you’re missing out. LED lights produce light up to 90% more efficiently than traditional lightbulbs, last 25 times longer and use 75% less energy. If you replaced every lightbulb in your home with LED lightbulbs, how much money and energy would you save?
Upgrade to Energy-Efficient Windows
Energy.gov states that you can lose 25% to 30% of heat through your windows. While there are things you can do for your existing windows to increase their energy efficiency, such as caulking or weatherstripping, most people replace their windows with more energy-efficient types to save money.
Open Curtains and Blinds in Winter
In the winter, you can use sunny days to your advantage. Open your curtains and blinds to let the sunshine in the home, which helps warm up your home and reduces the work your heating system needs to do. In the summer, keep your blinds and curtains closed to keep your home cooler.
Get a Programmable Thermostat
A programmable thermostat is another great way to improve your energy efficiency in 2021. A programmable thermostat can lower the temperature of your home while you’re away and raise it back to a comfortable level just before you come back, so your HVAC system only uses energy when it needs to.
Add or Replace Insulation
The EPA estimates that the average homeowner saves 15% on their energy bills by adding insulation to their attics, walls and crawlspaces. Insulation helps keep heat inside the home in winter and increases the energy efficiency of your home.
Proper insulation helps you with a variety of home energy issues. Contact Clemmer Services today so that our committed, knowledgeable technicians can help you discover how proper insulation can increase the energy efficiency of your home.
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