Energy Efficient Upgrades For Your Admirals Cove Home!

Posted by Admirals Cove Homes on Jan 10, 2014 in Home, Real Estate | 0 comments

Every homeowner should be interested in saving money and there are a variety of outstanding upgrades you can make to your Admirals Cove home that can save you a great deal on your utility bills. Some energy efficient upgrades are relatively simple projects that you can install right away others can take a little more time and effort. We have developed a list of energy efficient upgrades that can help you save as much as fifty percent on your combined utility bills.

1.)   Get Your Windows And Doors Sealed: A simple and inexpensive way to trap hot or cool air in your home is by making sure that all of your windows and doors are completely sealed up tight. By going around and adding some caulk to the corners and trim around your windows you can close up all of your major weak areas where air is escaping.

2.)   Install A New Furnace And Air Conditioners: Old outdated furnaces and AC units can be very costly and upgrading your furnace and AC to a new high tech energy efficient one can help save you around thirty-five perfect on your heating and cooling bills. This can also help boost your homes value as well and make it more appealing to potential buyers if you ever decide to sell your home.

3.)   Upgrade And Seal Your Air Ducts: With an upgraded furnace and AC unit you will want the vehicle for moving the air through your home is working properly. So be sure to get your air ducts checked and completely sealed. You can even do this yourself for only a few dollars per roll for high quality metal tap.

4.)   Install A Programmable Thermostat: A very desirable upgrade and a great way to make your home more energy efficient, is by adding a programmable thermostat. This will allow you to keep your home at the right temperatures for when no one is home or to warm up or cool down on a timer for when you get home from work.

5.)   Upgrade Your Attic Insulation: Finally you will want to ensure that you are not loosing hot or cold air through your attic. So be sure to check your attic insulation and consider upgrading to a newer more energy efficient insulation. Having the right insulation installed correctly can save you between fifteen  and twenty percent on your heating and cooling bills.