Three Keller home
improvement upgrades that will save you money
If you've sweltered throughout summer and have noticed your
cooling bills increase every month, now may be the opportune time to consider
some home improvement upgrades that will let you better manage your HVAC
equipment while lowering your monthly expenses.
Building industry experts suggest that creating a
comfortable home shouldn't mean homeowners have to compromise on which upgrades
they complete or the materials used. Smart home improvement investments can
mean Keller homeowners are better protected from the elements while creating a
greater level of comfort. There are three key home improvement upgrades that
homeowners can do to improve the quality and comfort of their home.
1.
Windows and doorways can account for up to 20 percent
of the air escaping from the average North Texas home. This significant amount
of air leakage can often mean HVAC equipment will work overtime to compensate -
meaning an increase in monthly expenses. Replacing your existing windows and
doors with newer energy efficient options can mean better energy efficiency
resulting in lower bills as well as increased comfort. If your budget is tight,
energy efficiency improvements such as weather-stripping and caulking to
existing windows can also help reduce air leakage.
2. One of the easiest ways to optimize your overall
Keller home performance is researching and selecting high efficiency, green
materials. Low-flush water systems, solar hot water systems and even
small-scale geothermal energy systems along with various appliances can
significantly slash energy consumption and your overall carbon footprint while
maintaining a comfortable, enjoyable living space for you and your family.
3. Although many Keller homeowners might not realize
it, a finished basement can make a noticeable impact on the overall performance
of a home. While many North Texas homes do not have a basement, the majority of
basements in older homes, and even in some newer homes, are often just poured
concrete with bare walls and floors creating a cold, unwelcoming space that
moisture can seep into very easily. Investing in spray foam insulation in an
unfinished basement as well as throughout the entire home, ensures a greater
level of comfort, moisture management and cost control.
Spray foam insulation provides thermal insulating value as
well as air sealing, meaning air leakage is significantly reduced allowing your
HVAC equipment to perform optimally. Spray foam insulation both air-seals and
insulates to stop air leakage from occurring, allowing Keller homeowners to
reduce energy consumption, and effectively control their indoor environments.
When installed, spray foam insulation expands to completely
seal a home's walls, floors and ceilings to prevent air leakage. Certain Insulation
experts note that quality spray foam insulation can noticeably reduce heating
and cooling costs, in some cases by up to 50 percent. More information on home
improvement in Keller can be found at groveteam.blogspot.com
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