From quick and easy things you can do today to projects that require the help of a professional, there are many ways to make your home more eco-friendly. The list below will give you some ideas on how to improve your home’s energy efficiency and save you money.
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Tier
1 |
Estimated Annual Savings
= $20-50 |
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- Install low-flow faucets and showerheads to reduce water usage and reduce the cost of heating water by up to 50%
- Choose energy efficient appliances
- Install outdoor motion detector switches
- Replace air conditioner and furnace filters regularly
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Tier
2 |
Estimated Annual Savings
= $50-100 |
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- Use power bars to switch off your electronics
- Switch to compact fluorescent light bulbs
- Install a programmable thermostat
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Tier
3 |
Estimated Annual Savings
= $100-250 |
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- Caulk all windows and make sure your home is properly insulated
- Use ceiling fans year round to help circulate warm and cool air evenly around a room*
- Replacing an old refrigerator with an energy efficient one can save enough electricity to light the average home for more than four and a half months
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Tier
4 |
Estimated Annual Savings
= $250+ |
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- Replace your existing windows and doors with energy efficient designs that will reduce your home’s energy use (both heating and cooling).
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Replace your existing furnace with a high efficiency furnace. They have increased safety (for newer airtight homes), longevity and there is no need for a chimney.
(Courtesy of RBC)
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