In addition to traditional spring cleaning, which includes getting rid of all the unnecessities in or lives, this year it’s time to clean up habits that bring us unnecessary costs. That’s why we bring you 5 tips from the energy efficiency field which will help you lower costs next winter.
- Think about changing your energy source
When it comes to changing your energy source, experts advise using renewable energy sources such as pellet instead of traditional heating methods. Although the biggest obstacle in switching to pellet is currently the price of the furnaces that burn them, which range from 2,500 BAM upwards, in the long run, such an investment represents significant savings for the household. At the same time, it drastically contributes to reducing air pollution and reducing CO2 emissions.
- New or additional insulation of the roof or attic
Experts from the field of energy efficiency point out that good insulation is of utmost importance. Quality insulation works both ways and can help keep a place warm during winter or cold during summer. There are many materials that can be used to insulate the roof or attic depending on your abilities and preferences. The most popular options are stone or glass wool and reflective film or clay slate that absorbs moisture well and is resistant to frost.
- Replace old windows
In addition to the roof and attic, another reason for heat loss in your home can be old and inefficient carpentry. Old window frames are often a main cause for heat loss, so their replacement is very important for maintaining the inside of a room warm. Nowadays, window frames are usually made of plastic, metal or wood. Since each of the materials has its advantages and disadvantages, today’s window production technologies try to minimize the negative properties of the material and extract the best from the positive ones. Thus, when fabricating a frame design for windows, these materials are often combined in order to achieve the most effective results. At the same time, when choosing a window, of course, beware of the quality of the glass.
- Install a programmed thermostat
More than 50% of a household’s energy is used for heating and cooling. The simplest way to reduce the cost of heating is to install a programming thermostat together with the heating system, which will shut the system down when it reaches the temperature you’ve set. At the same time, by reducing the room temperature by only 1 degree, you can save about 5% on your heating bill annually.
- Sealing windows
In addition to energy efficiency, sealing windows is also important for sound insulation and to keep outside particles, outside! Improving window sealings can be done as standard sealings with adhesive tapes and tires or sealing with silicone and aluminum strips. This way, heat loss can be reduced by up to 50%.