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How to make your home more ENERGY-EFFICIENT
If you want to decrease your carbon footprint while paying less for your utility bills , reducing the amount of energy your household consumes is key . Here ’ s how to make your home more energy efficient .
Use energy-efficient lighting Compact fluorescent lamps ( CFLs ) and light-emitting diodes ( LEDs ) are better options than traditional incandescent lights . LEDs are the most energy-efficient , consuming about a quarter of the energy of incandescent bulbs . What ’ s more , they last 10 times longer .
Seal or replace windows Heat loss and gain through windows account for about 25 to 30 percent of residential energy usage . You can make your windows more energy-efficient by adding weatherstripping , installing blinds or curtains and ensuring that window edges are well-sealed with caulk . In addition , consider replacing damaged or poorly insulated windows with energy-efficient ones that are double- or triple-paned .
Tune up your heating and cooling system Get your furnace , air conditioner , water heater or other appliance professionally serviced on an annual basis . This will help ensure your heating and cooling system runs at peak efficiency year-round . In addition , be sure to perform any regular maintenance tasks recommended by the manufacturer such as replacing the filters .
Choose energy-efficient appliances Look for the Energy Star label when buying large appliances such as refrigerators , washers , dryers , stoves and televisions . Energy Star-certified appliances use 10 to 50 percent less energy than standard appliances . In addition , choose bathroom fixtures that conserve water such as lowflow showerheads and toilets .
To maximize your efforts at making your home more energy efficient , consider hiring a certified energy auditor . This professional can evaluate the inefficiencies in your home and provide expert recommendations . n
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