How to Improve Energy Efficiency at Home

Advice from Ace Oakland Hardware ca

Improving energy efficiency is in everybody’s interest. It’s essential that we reduce our carbon footprints for the sake of the environment. There is also a perfectly good financial reason to reduce your energy consumption.

Energy is expensive so why would you use more of it than you have to? Save on energy and you could use every cent on lifestyle improvements or as investments in the future. There are some easy ways to save and you’ll find everything you need at your local Oakland Hardware store in California.

Home Insulation is Key

If the outside of your home isn’t properly insulated, your energy bills will be far higher than they should be. Check your windows and doors for poor seals and drafts. Sealing cracks can save up to 10% on heating and cooling costs. The friendly staff at Oakland Hardware ca, can help with the best silicones for the job.

Also, upgrade your ceiling insulation for maximum energy savings.

Lights and Appliances

We’ve listed below a few easy changes you can make to save energy at home

Replace your light bulbs with energy-saving LED’s. They use less electricity and they last for years and years

Turn off the lights when not in use. Use natural light wherever possible

Use timers or photocells to control outdoor lights

Switch off your electronics when not in use

Clean and replace air conditioner filters

Replace appliances with five-star energy efficient units

Install a fan and give your air conditioner a break

Tools and Materials at Your Oakland Hardware Stores in California

Come into Oakland Hardware, California, and let us help you with our wide selection of high-efficiency lighting, furnace and air conditioning filters and fans. The friendly staff at the Oakland Hardware stores in California can also help with materials and tools to insulate your home and prepare for a change in season.

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