Efficient energy use is a way of managing or limiting energy consumption without compromising your lifestyle. Whether you take simple steps or invest in larger projects to make your home more efficient, you will see significant benefits in your comfort levels and monthly utilities.
Install Energy-Efficient Windows
Heating and cooling systems typically make up about 54% of your utility bills, and up to 25% of this energy is lost through leaky windows. To improve your home’s energy performance, aesthetics, and functionality, trust Renewal by Andersen® for your next window replacement in Findlay, OH. Our windows carry the valued ENERGY STAR® label, assuring you of maximum energy savings in both hot and cold seasons.
Seal Air Leaks
Energy from heating and cooling systems can escape through air leaks, forcing you to use your systems more frequently. Sealing air leaks is one of the fastest and most cost-effective ways to decrease energy waste. Here are some steps you can take:
- Locate Them – On a windy day, check your doors, plumbing fixtures, electrical outlets, attic hatches and windows in Findlay, OH, for air tightness.
- Caulk and Weatherstrip – Use caulk and weatherstrips when sealing air leaks in the located areas, especially where ducting, plumbing, or electrical wiring comes through any of the follwing: walls, ceilings, floors, and soffits over cabinets.
- Check Fireplace and Vents – Keep your fireplace flue damper closed tightly when not in use. Make sure that your dryer vent is clear to prevent fires and save energy.
Increase Insulation
Different types of insulation are available; adding one can provide your home long-term resistance to moisture and air leakage. You should insulate your home when:
- Your home fails to keep a comfortable temperature during winter and summer.
- You spend too much on energy bills.
- You want to keep outside noise from disturbing the peace inside your home.
Insulation promotes proper airflow to keep your home’s ideal temperature and limits noise from the outside. It also prevents heating and cooling energy from escaping to reduce your monthly bills. Additionally, install components with high-insulating properties, such as our replacement windows in Findlay, OH. They feature Fibrex® framing that offers superior thermal performance to promote comfort, regardless of the season.
These projects can make your home as energy-efficient as possible. They can provide your home with increased comfort, savings and value. Contact Renewal by Andersen of Northwest Ohio today at (419) 931-6087 to learn about our energy-saving products.
