Help Save on Energy Costs, Help Protect the Environment

 

With costs and temperatures soaring, saving money on your energy bill is an important focus this (and every) summer. Home heating and cooling costs are on the rise, while high water consumption and water shortages are increasing the risks for wildfires. In times when everyone’s feeling the heat, both physically and metaphorically, it’s vital to responsibly save your money and resources however you can! This is where Melton can help: home remodeling and upgrades geared toward energy efficiency and decreasing resource consumption will not only save you money, but it can also help in areas where resources are becoming limited.

States like California have seen prolonged drought lead to permanent water consumption limitations, and we might not be too far behind them. Finding ways to curb water use by decreasing or preventing waste is a viable approach to meeting mandatory usage limits, while not having to make sacrifices. Waste is the number one cause for these mandatory laws and regulations. Limiting or eliminating waste altogether can improve your quality of life while meeting the consumption guidelines set forth by our local municipality and/or state government.

While each home is different and will need different forms of upgrades, here is a list of some things that can be done to help save on energy costs and consumption.

Heating & Cooling

Remodeling your home and investing in energy efficiency will not only reduce your carbon footprint, it will also pay for itself in the long run.

• Solar panels are a renewable energy source that reduce your carbon footprint while saving on your energy bill.
• Increased insulation throughout your home will help keep consistent temperatures throughout.
• Energy efficient windows and doors will also help to ensure steady temperatures in your home by creating an airtight seal which prevents air from entering or escaping through doors or windows.
• Motion sensor lighting can eliminate lights being left on when no one is in the room.

Water

When it comes to the reduction of water waste, many places are imposing mandatory limits in order to reduce the consumption of water. With Colorado’s recent history of droughts and wildfires, we are already starting to see certain parts of the state set limits on water usage.

• Water efficient toilets can be installed that decrease water consumption. Functions like low and dual flush allow for the power needed without wasting more water.
• Water efficient showerheads can see a reduction of 10 gallons of water per every 10-minute shower!
• High efficiency water flow valves will allow you to decrease the overall water flow to any faucet in the house, including outdoor hoses, dishwashers, and laundry washing machines.

 It’s up to all of us to make sure our carbon footprint and energy efficiency is safe and responsible for ourselves, our community, and the environment. The team here at Melton Design Build is dedicated to making our shared spaces cleaner, more efficient, and better for all!

What changes would work best at your house? Give us a call and we can find out together!