Energy/Water Efficiency & Green Updates and their Payback Timeframes:
One Year or less:
Programmable Thermostat
Compact fluorescent light bulbs
Hot Water Heater blankets
Low flow showerheads
Heating System tune-up
Seal duct leaks
Energy Star dishwasher
Low flow toilets
2-4 Years:
Solar outdoor lights
Windows
Insulation
Solar Attic fan
Energy Star Light Fixtures
Low or No VOC paints (improve indoor air quality)
Low Flow faucets
Water Heater
Tankless Water Heater (on demand)
High Efficiency Furnace
Trees
Energy Star Clothes Washer
5-6 Years:
Ceiling Fans
Energy Star Refrigerator
Bamboo, Carpet and/or Cork Floors (can improve indoor air quality)
Composting to create rich soil for your organic garden
Decking with sustainable long lasting maintenance free materials that are green
Solar Tubes
Dual Flush Toilets
7-10 Years:
Radiant Floors
Insulation in double walls and floors
Overhangs
Solar Hot Water
Solar Electric (PV)
Geo-thermal
Green Roofs
These are all estimates and not guaranteed by any means.
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