{"id":38866,"date":"2022-05-04T10:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-05-04T18:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hayden-homes.com\/blog\/?p=38866"},"modified":"2023-05-19T15:58:33","modified_gmt":"2023-05-19T23:58:33","slug":"4-quick-and-easy-ways-to-make-your-home-more-energy-efficient","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hayden-homes.com\/blog\/4-quick-and-easy-ways-to-make-your-home-more-energy-efficient\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Quick and Easy Ways to Make Your Home More Energy Efficient"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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There are plenty of tips and advice on how to save energy that ranges from simple things like turning off the lights, to major investments like installing solar panels. But don\u2019t worry; you don\u2019t have to invest in a solar farm. Small, everyday changes can make a big difference. Here are some simple ways you can make your Hayden home more energy-efficient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Use energy-efficient light bulbs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

About 95% of energy from incandescent lights comes off as heat, not light. Instead of using these inefficient bulbs, swap them out for more energy-efficient bulbs like CFLs (compact fluorescent lamps) and LED bulbs. These types of bulbs do cost a bit more than traditional light bulbs, but they also use less energy and last up to 12 times longer, which can save you money over the long run.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lower the thermostat<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Reducing the temperature in your home by just three to five degrees can reduce your energy usage and monthly bill. Ideally, you should set the thermostat to 78 degrees during the summer and 68 degrees during the winter. Consider turning your thermostat up or down by 8 degrees while you\u2019re away to increase savings. A smart or programmable thermostat can make this easy by creating a heating and cooling plan based on your schedule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Adjust how you use energy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If possible, use energy-efficient appliances when possible. These newer technologies take full advantage of technological advances to improve their energy usage. Aside from that, you can still reduce energy consumption by adjusting a few everyday habits like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n