As more and more people become environmentally conscious, many are looking for green real estate in Chandler AZ. At some point in time we may see all homes equipped with solar panels and wind energy, but at this point there are small things you can do to make your home into a more environmentally friendly place to live.
Here are some tips you can use right away to start saving energy in your home.
1. Check for drafts Take a walk through your home from one end to the next on all floors. Note where any drafts are coming in and resolve to handle them. You can be sure that in the winter you are losing heat and in the summer your air conditioning is being wasted.
In most cases you will find drafts around the windows and the doors. This does not mean that you have to replace your doors and windows, since in most cases all it takes is a new seal to stop the drafts. If you have a handyman in Chandler AZ available, call him up and ask him to check the seals. If you don't already have a handyman, you can find one for a reasonable price in the classified ads in your local paper or you can call your Chandler AZ Realtor for a recommendation.
2. Check your taps If you have any leaking faucets in your home this is literally sending your hard-earned money down the drain. Again, you will not need the resources of an expensive plumber in Chandler AZ to get these fixed since it is usually only a simple gasket change that is required. A handyman can handle this job for you as well.
3. Let the sun shine in Make use of the sunshine that is available by opening your blinds or curtains in every room that is exposed to the sun. You'll find that you'll be able to turn down the heat by a degree or two in the winter to save energy. Sunshine will also help keep your mood uplifted during these darker months and is good for your plants.
Throughout the years you will be seeing changes as new home developers in Chandler AZ start to implement more green changes in building construction. At this point in time, however, it is important for everyone to step up and take responsibility for the changes that they can implement right now. As a bonus, you'll also end up saving money in the process.
4. Use your ceiling fans year-round Using ceiling fans to cool your house in the hot summer months is a no-brainer, but did you know you should also use ceiling fans in the Winter? Most fans have a "reverse" switch which allows the fan to run in the opposite direction. We know that heat rises, and sometimes gets trapped near the ceiling, but by using this reverse feature, you can ensure that the air you have heated gets pushed to the lower part of the room. This is even more important in Chandler AZ homes on the water.
Homebuilders are starting to develop energy efficient housing in Chandler Arizona for the 55+ buyer. You can email me any time for a list of the communities to watch. Meanwhile, using these simple steps will help you save money on your energy bills.
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