Most of us have heard about the "Go Green Initiative." Goals include providing resources to homes, schools and business to create a culture of conservation by education and awareness.
Like all things, it starts at home! And if you can also save some greenbacks in the process, it's a win-win situation. I've included some tips in this blog how to begin to lessen your impact on the environment while significantly saving money. The tips included will not solve the world's energy crisis, nor will it change your tax bracket. But hopefully it will help in even a small way!
The average household spends on average $1900 every year on energy bills! Making standard energy efficient changes can save as much as 30%! Some of these include:
- caulking cracks
- insulating around outlets and light fixtures
- seal windows and doors
- installing draft snakes
- adding attic insulation
- replacing old bulbs with CFL bulbs
- use power strips to reduce "phantom loads"
But how do you know which improvements are most cost-effective
for your home? Do a home energy audit, or hire a contractor to perform one for
you. Check with your local utility or state energy agency, because there are
incentives that will significantly cut the cost of such an assessment for most
homeowners. Residents of Onslow County can either check with Progress Energy or Jones Onslow Electric Membership Cooperation. Both companies offer energy saving tips, rebates and assessments for the customers to check their payback. The IRS is still offering credits for some home energy efficiency improvements which you can find here.
I'm happy to help with all of your real estate needs! Call me today so we can get started! 910.545.0450
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