More than ever, homeowners and builders are building energy-efficient homes. Products and services range from the hundred dollar range to the hundred-thousand-dollar range, so before stroking a check for unnecessary services, we’ll explain the top three items that provide the most bang for the buck.
Which three items really make a difference in your bill?
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- Instant hot gas water heaters. Tankless water heaters offer many advantages. Not only do they provide hot water instantly, but tankless water heaters last longer than traditional water heaters. They also take up much less space and can reduce your bill by 30-40%! Gas water heaters also perform better in cold weather than electric. (Tankless.reviews/best-gas-water-heater)
- Foam insulation to seal your attic. Without spraying your attic with insulation, your home could lose up to 40% of its energy through heat loss and air filtration. Not to mention the fact that we live in Florida and must protect the rest of our home from the heat that generates from the roof. Without spray insulation, your attic could reach 150-160 degrees Fahrenheit when the outdoor temperature is around 95-97 degrees Fahrenheit. Heat movement through ceilings may account for over 30% of your total cooling cost, therefore, your air conditioning bill will be through the (uninsulated) roof!
- Energy-efficient windows & doors. Energy-efficient windows and doors are also necessary to keep energy costs to a minimum. Many of the older Sarasota homes still have single pane glass and poorly sealed doors. These two factors alone can contribute at least an additional 30% of your total heating and cooling cost.
If you have an older home, there’s a good chance you’re paying 90-120% more on your electric bill due to your old water heater, poorly insulated roof, poorly sealed doors, and single-pane windows. The Florida sun is HOT, so to keep your home cool, you may be able to reduce your $400 per month electric bill to almost nothing.
As you can imagine, it will not take long for your new water heater, insulation, doors, and windows to pay for themselves. We highly recommend doing all three as they are well worth the investment. Contact us today for an initial consultation to discuss the energy-efficient home design.
