Whether it's the middle of winter or the dog days of summer, having your home properly insulated is essential for keeping your bills under control.
It's not the writing on the walls, but the writing inside the walls that makes the difference with your energy costs. I'm talking about insulation and if your house isn’t properly insulated, you could be letting your money slip away.
On average, the homes in America waste more than 60 million tons of carbon dioxide just from being poorly insulated. Also, heating and cooling your home takes up 50 percent of your energy bill.
If your home is ineffective with its insulation, the heat in the winter and cold in the summer will escape your house and you will have to pay more out of pocket. With older homes, it is especially important to make sure the insulation is up to today's efficiency standards.
To help save money and save energy, find places in your home where you can add newer spray foam insulation or blanket insulation such as the attic or crawl spaces. If you're not sure how to do it yourself, hire a licensed contractor. The money you pay now will pay you back in the long run.
You can find several different types of insulation at your local hardware store but make sure you get the right kind to fit your budget and your house. If you have a Go Green/Save Green idea, email it to us here.
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