Renovations
We all share the same world, and everything that you do has an impact on everyone else’s lives – even down to the smallest thing. Canada is proudly at the forefront of trying to make our world clean and livable, and many people here have embraced environmentally friendly improvements to their home. When you renovate your home, you not only want it to look good, but you also want it to be efficient and clean. Here are some of the best ways to make your home eco-friendly.
- Go Local
There are many reasons to use local workers and products. Other than having a great reputation in the local community, and knowing the area well, when you use things from the local area it cuts down on transportation demand saves the earth from pollutants – the closer in proximity to our homes, the better.
- Use double pane windows
Windows with a single pane let a lot of energy escape and make your air system work harder. Double-paned windows, especially those filled with argon gas, are much better at capturing energy and keeping the temperature inside more stable. This will lead to lower expenditures in energy, and lower bills for you.
- Use energy-saving bulbs
This is the quickest and the easiest. We often have the lights on all the time in our homes. This burns up a lot of unnecessary energy in the process. When you use energy saving bulbs, not only does it cut down on how much electricity is used, but it also saves you a lot of money. They are worth every penny.
- Use water-saving showerheads
We often take running water for granted in the home, and spend far more time in the shower than necessary. Yes, a nice hot shower can feel like a day at the spa, but doing it every day is just a waste. If you have a shower that gushes water for no reason, then you are letting a lot of water just flow down the drain. Switch to a head that saves water, and keeps the flow to an even rate.
We all need to do our part in keeping the world clean for the future. Just a few tips for around your home and you can be a big help to everyone, and save money while you are at it. Don’t let dollars and energy slip down the drain for no reason. Use these great eco-friendly tips to do your part. For all of your home needs, and the best contractors around, contact Renco today, and see how we can help you help the environment.
