Net Zero Energy Buildings - Checklists for Architects
Energy Efficient Tips For Your Home
1. The information listed here are just some of the things you ca
your energy expenses month in month out. They have low o
be done right away so its possible to be safe, comfy all the w
environment and lowering costs. Promote all of them with yo
get each person involved.
2. 1.Install a programmable thermostat to keep your domicile p
the winter months and comfortably cooler in the sum
6. 5.Connect home electronics, such as TVs and DVD players,
strips; flip the power strips off as soon as the devices are no
(TVs and DVDs in standby mode still making use of several
12. 11.Make certain your appliances and heating and cooling sys
managed. Check your owner's manuals for the suggested
13. 12.Look for open fireplace dampers and be certain they are c
employ.
14. 13.View the insulation amounts in your attic, outside a
walls, ceilings, floors, and crawl spaces.
15. 14.Look at for holes or cracks around your walls, ceilings, win
and plumbing fixtures, switches, and electrical outlets wh
straight into or from your own home.
16. 15.It is also possible to get the guidance of a professional
execute energy audits for free or for a small charge. For
professional contractor will analyze how well your home's en
together and compare the analysis to your power bills. He o
use of a variety of equipment for example blower doors, infr
surface thermometers to find leaks and drafts. After collec
about your home, the contractor or auditor gives you a list of
for cost effective energy improvements and enhanced com
respected professional may also evaluate the actual gain on y
high-efficiency equipment compared with common e