For winter, seal all holes where cold air may get in. If you have large single pane windows, cover them inside with poly. (there are special kits to do this in hardware stores, cheap). If possible, have a shelter or some kind of airlock at your front door. -( I have a front patio, that had a gate and a fence. This year I built large windows in over the fence,and a full screen door instead of the gate. We've already noticed a huge improvement in warmth) -In general, fix anything that let's cold in.
Leaving lights on when not in use does not make a home more energy efficient as it unnecessarily consumes electricity.
Leaving lights on when not needed does not make a home more energy efficient. This wasteful practice can increase electricity consumption and utility bills.
Putting new windows in the home will not make the house more energy efficient. There would have to be a specific type of glass in the window.
Using a more efficient washer and dryer along with an energy efficient dishwasher will save a good amount of money as well as changing to energy efficient bulbs.
EnergySavers.gov has a great list of things you can do to improve energy efficiency. A few of the best ideas are adding insulation, a programmable thermostat, and using energy efficient appliances.
LED light bulbs are the most energy-efficient option for your home.
LED light bulbs are the most energy-efficient for home use.
The most energy efficient home cooling systems is made by Energy Star You can read more at www.aceee.org/consumerguide/cooling.htm
An advantage of having an energy efficient home is that by being energy efficient the home is helping the environment by not consuming so much electricity etc. Therefore reducing pollution and damages to the environment.
There are many energy efficient products available for the home. These products include specialized TVs, computers, and washer and dryers.
One can find flood lighting that is energy efficient at the Home Depot. When finding ideal flood lighting that one wants to be energy efficient, one should make sure that one reads the packaging and is using the light properly.
House Hunters - 1999 Energy-Efficient Home was released on: USA: 29 May 2008