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Drafty windows and doors and inefficient heating systems have an impact on the energy efficiency of your home. There are some strategies you can implement to optimize home energy efficiency and maximize energy savings.
- Install a heat pump system. Heat pumps offer an energy-efficient alternative to furnaces and air conditioners. Because heat pumps transfer heat rather than generate heat, they can efficiently provide comfortable temperatures in your home.
- Ensure your HVAC system is properly maintained, including regular cleanings and replacing air filters.
- Replace old systems with newer, more efficient models.
- Install a programmable thermostat to automatically adjust temperatures based on a schedule, reducing energy consumption when you are away or asleep.
- Install a ceiling fan to help distribute air more effectively.
- Replace old, drafty windows and doors with energy-efficient replacements.
How Healthy is Your Home?
Research shows people spend more time inside their homes nowadays, compared to pre-pandemic years, so the quality of the air we breathe and the water we drink is a critical health concern. After all, the health and well-being of you and your family is a top priority. That’s why we take a whole home approach to service.
Do you know what’s in the air inside your home? Stagnant indoor air can be full of contaminants, allergens, pollutants, and odors. Thankfully, there are strategies you can implement that can make your home healthier. Indoor air quality is improved by filtering out contaminants and impurities, managing humidity, and proper ventilation.
Too little moisture in the air can cause itchy skin and eyes, sore throats, and nosebleeds. Dry air also increases your susceptibility to colds and infections and makes it harder for your body to retain warmth. Additionally, low humidity creates more static electricity, leading to clingy clothes and static shocks.
On the other hand, too much moisture can make the air feel stuffy and hot and can cause respiratory irritation, exacerbating health issues like eczema, allergies, and asthma. It can also cause damage to the structure of a building. Wood can warp and rot, weakening its structural integrity. Some signs that you may have high moisture are condensation on windows, peeling paint or wallpaper, warped or swollen wood furniture and floors, musty odors, and visible mold and mildew.
Installing an ERV system is a good way to improve your indoor air quality. However, it helps to know if there is an underlying condition causing excess humidity in your home. Maybe there’s a leak in your roof or walls that needs repair. Or perhaps the poor thermal performance of your old single pane windows is causing condensation and moisture build up. Installing double or triple pane windows can maximize the performance of your ERV and HVAC systems, potentially increasing their lifespan.
Other things to consider
- Install a bathroom fan with a smart switch to ensure good airflow
- Make sure your stove and microwave are properly ventilated
- Install a water filtration system to improve the quality of your drinking water
- Fix leaks in your roof or plumbing to prevent moisture and mold
- Use an air purifier with a HEPA filter
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