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Earth Day Tips: Energy Efficient Escondido San Diego Home Remodel

This Earth day, consider the planet by creating an energy-efficient Escondido San Diego home.  Remodeling a home to improve its energy efficiency will help you to save money in your utility bills.

 

Learn how to save money from your Escondido San Diego home with the following simple solutions:

 

  • EPA reported that toilets, showers and faucets account for 60 percent of water usage in your home. Replace these items and use more efficient models which can save 11,000 gallons of water per year.
  • Buying energy-efficient appliances can be a wise decision financially. Federal Energy Star-rated appliances use 10 to 50 percent less energy and water than your standard appliances. These can help you save an average of 30 percent over standard models.
  • A programmable thermostat to set your heating and cooling equipment that automatically turn on and off can create a comfortable and energy-efficient living environment. Install these units that can typically offer savings of 10 to 15 percent and cost $40 to $100.
  • Upgrade your old windows through the use of three or more efficient window technology.

 

Investing in energy-efficient Escondido San Diego homes is very rewarding. You don't have to spend too much money to begin this project in your own home. It will not only help you to save money and energy, but to promote good health for the planet and your body as well.



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Posted on April 22, 2010 12:14:10 by Glen.Brush

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