As you plan your home renovation, don’t forget to consider these energy efficient upgrades in your wish list. Not only will they be kinder for the planet, but you can count on your wallet thanking you, too.

Designing your new home can be a daunting task, but it doesn’t have to be. With our team of expert designers and our advanced 3D technology, you can visualize each detail of the renovation before the first step has begun. To learn more about our renovation process and how we can help you love your home, contact us any time.

While you’re dreaming up your wish list for the upcoming design, consider adding these energy efficient updates to the list.

New Windows

If your home is more than a couple decades old, chances are good that the windows need to be updated. Investing in new, energy-efficient windows will amplify the positive effects of other energy-efficient upgrades you make to the home. New windows are also an immediate bonus for resale value.

All year long, updated windows will maximize the efficiency of climate control efforts in the home, keeping heat out in the summer and cold out in the winter.

Upgraded Insulation

The insulation in your home can degrade over time, and likely could be significantly improved with an upgrade. Better quality insulation in the homes means less need to use energy to heat or cool the home, which is going to better on your energy bills and kinder to the planet.

Even if your home was sufficiently insulated when it was originally built, this insulation will break down through the years and need to be replaced. The best time to do this is when you’re already in the middle of the renovation, and demolition has to take place anyway.

Upgraded insulation is one of the home improvements that may feel less exciting at first, because you won’t see any change with the naked eye, but will make a significant difference in the expense and comfort level of your home for years to come.

Updated Appliances

Appliances are one of the biggest factors in the energy efficiency of your home. Older appliances tend to use more water and energy, even if they were considered to be efficient when you bought them. Up-to-date technology is the best way to maximize energy efficiency in your appliances, so factor this into your renovation plans and budget.

Smart Home Features

Smart home features are a favorite way to make the home more functional and more efficient. A smart thermostat, for example, will decrease the energy needed to keep your home at the desired temperature by learning your patterns and heating or cooling the home accordingly. You will also have the option to operate the thermostat through an app from anywhere in the world, allowing you to turn on or off the climate control in your home at any time. Rather than paying to cool your home during your entire vacation, for example, you can instead flip the A/C on just a few hours before you return home.

Other smart home features can help you keep your home secure and reduce waste, like doorbell cameras to keep an eye on home from anywhere, smart refrigerators you can access from the store to make a grocery list, and smart ovens that can be preheated on your drive home from work.

Clean Energy Sources

Depending on the renovation you have planned, it may be the perfect time to convert some of the energy sources in your home to cleaner, more renewable options. This might include installing solar panels or switching from natural gas to electric heat. If renewable energy sources are a priority for you, let us know during your design meetings so we can talk about ways to make your home everything you’re hoping for.

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