{"id":9635,"date":"2022-03-18T12:05:08","date_gmt":"2022-03-18T16:05:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.atyourbusiness.com\/blog\/?p=9635"},"modified":"2022-03-18T12:05:38","modified_gmt":"2022-03-18T16:05:38","slug":"how-can-i-turn-my-average-house-into-a-more-sustainable-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.atyourbusiness.com\/blog\/how-can-i-turn-my-average-house-into-a-more-sustainable-home\/","title":{"rendered":"How Can I Turn My Average House Into a More Sustainable Home?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

If you’re looking for ways to give back to the environment, one of the best methods of doing so is by creating a more sustainable home. We’re all aware of recycling plastic and turning off the faucet when brushing our teeth, but a staggering 3000 gallons of water<\/a> are lost each year entirely due to a leaky faucet, that’s the equivalent of almost 200 showers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

As overwhelming as that might sound, there are so many ways you can make difference to the environment just by making changes towards having a more sustainable home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interested in learning how? Keep reading to find out more<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

Reduce Your Water Consumption<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Think about installing a Greywater system. These are a great way to recycle used water from household appliances, it can even be used to flush your toilet. Using clean water each time to do so is incredibly wasteful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rethink how long your morning showers are, or even better, install a water-saving showerhead. When loading the dishwasher or washing machine, make sure they are full loads to make the most of the water you’re using. All of these options will save you a ton of money and overall benefit the planet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Invest in Renewable Energy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Solar and Wind Energy are the most efficient ways to reduce your energy costs. By using the sun as a renewable energy source, you’re able to generate electricity without the use of fossil fuels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Installing a solar energy system will emit fewer carbon emissions and in the long run, be a worthwhile investment and last for years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you feel adventurous, why not introduce a small wind turbine onto your property. Harnessing the power of wind will help to generate energy to power your household appliances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Insulate Your Home<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Keeping your sustainable home well-insulated means using less energy, in the long run, than to keep reheating. Over 50% of the energy generated<\/a> in the US is unnecessarily lost due to inefficiencies. Think about underfloor heating, double-paned windows, and having proper insulation within your walls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Insulating your attic is a great way to reduce energy costs and keep your home warmer for longer. Heat travels, and correct insulation will reduce the airflow keeping your home at a welcoming temperature. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Looking for the best home insulation? If you want to know more about how you can save on your energy bill with acoustic blanket shields, be sure to check it out<\/a> over at Shannon Global Energy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Think You\u2019re Ready to Have a More Sustainable Home?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Now you’ve absorbed how you can create a more eco-friendly home, you’re ready to break out of the habit and make better choices for yourself and for the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you want a more sustainable home, reconsider leaving the lights on when heading out of the house, compost your food waste instead of throwing it into the garbage, and put on a sweater instead of heating. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

To be a smart homeowner, make these small changes today and begin your journey to a more eco-friendly lifestyle, saving you time and money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For more related articles, check out our other blog posts.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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