Stop Losing Money: How to Improve Your Home's Energy Efficiency

Keeping a home comfortable through the freezing Canadian winters and hot, humid summers takes a massive amount of energy. If your utility bills have been creeping up, your home is likely losing conditioned air. Here is how you can boost your home's energy efficiency and keep that money in your wallet.

1. Upgrade Your Thermostat

If you are manually adjusting an old dial thermostat, you are wasting energy. Installing a smart or programmable thermostat allows you to automatically lower the heating or cooling when you are sleeping or away at work, saving up to 10% a year on energy costs.

2. Seal the Envelope

Drafty windows and doors are the biggest culprits of heat loss. The fix is simple: apply fresh weatherstripping around door frames and use high-quality silicone caulking to seal any gaps around window casings and baseboards.

3. Keep Up with HVAC Maintenance

A dirty furnace or AC unit has to work twice as hard to push air through your home. You should be replacing your HVAC filters every 90 days (or more frequently if you have pets). Additionally, scheduling an annual professional tune-up ensures your system is running at peak efficiency.

4. Switch to LED Lighting

If you still have incandescent or older halogen bulbs, swap them out. LED bulbs use at least 75% less energy and last 25 times longer. It is a minor upfront investment that pays off rapidly on your electricity bill.

Want to optimize your home? From installing smart thermostats to comprehensive HVAC maintenance and professional weatherstripping, the ApexPlus team is here to make your home as efficient as possible. Book your consultation today!