You’ve probably heard the phrase “go green” before, but did you know that your whole home can “go green” with you? With the right ideas, proper planning, and financing, you can make strategic updates to your home to help reduce your environmental impact. The best part is that environmentally friendly home updates can help you save big on your energy bills over time. Turn over a new leaf and check out these 6 eco-friendly home improvement ideas!
Plus, you’re eligible for a Free Mortgage Checkup. See how you can start saving today with a better home loan.* If you are in the market to buy a home, get a loan pre-approval so you can shop with confidence to get the home of your dreams.
Check out these 6 eco-friendly home improvement ideas!
Enjoy A Sunny Day
Solar energy is increasingly popular as a way to power your home and save money on your heating bills. Maximize the space on your roof with solar panels to start enjoying the benefits of renewable energy.
Ditch The Tank
Replacing your dated water heater with an energy-saving tankless water heater can help you better regulate your hot water usage. The tankless system can heat and cool water on demand, rather than storing and heating a finite amount of water 24/7. You heard that right! Not only do they take up less space, but you can enjoy endless hot water without having to wait for a tank to refill.
Insulate Your Walls
Everyone has an ideal temperature that they keep their home. Keep in the heat or lock in the cold by properly insulating your walls. Choosing high-quality insulation will help protect your home from the elements while keeping your inside temperature more consistent.
Ensure A Perfect Fit
Replacing outdated windows and doors in favor of newer models with a tighter fit and improved weather stripping can help create a better seal that reduces air leakage. While updating, consider opting for triple-paned glass in your windows or doors to let in extra light and reduce heat flow.
Maximize Natural Lighting
With updated windows, flick off the light switch and toss those curtains open to enjoy your home with natural lighting. In rooms that may not get optimal sunlight, such as a den, utility room, or bathroom, consider adding a skylight. The natural lighting will help reduce your energy bills and newer skylight models can even open to allow fresh air inside. When making your selection, be on the lookout for certified skylights that don’t leak.
Embrace Native Greenery
Refresh your curb appeal with native plants and alternative landscaping. While old-school landscaping focuses on color rather than functionality (and subsequently results in higher water usage), modern landscaping embraces the local flora to create a sustainably beautiful space. Ideally, if you can replace your lawn altogether in favor of a sustainable synthetic, a planter with native foliage, or a rock garden, not only are you saving water, but you can also dump the gas-powered lawnmower.
Looking for more savings this year? Let’s upgrade your mortgage and put money back in your wallet with a new Purchase or Refinance Loan.*
5 Money-Saving Tips To Start Today:
Lower Your Interest Rate
Reduce your monthly mortgage payment for real savings that add up over time.*
Pay Off Your Loan Sooner
Switch to shorter loan terms to save on interest.*
Lower Your Monthly Payment
Refinance with longer terms, so more money stays in your wallet.*
Consolidate Debt
Cash-out to reduce high-interest credit card debt.
Pay For Larger Expenses
Invest in your home with updates that will yield a higher return should you decide to sell in the future.
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*By refinancing, your total finance charge could be higher over the life of the loan.
