Upgrading Your Basement in Solon

Your basement is probably one of the most overlooked areas of your home. Many people forget they have one other than using it for storage or safety. Even though your basement may be unused the majority of the time, it can still have a huge impact on your energy bill. According to the US Department of Energy, your basement uses as much as a quarter of your energy budget each month. For most families, this means they are spending hundreds of dollars a year on a space that is mainly unused. In order to make your basement more energy efficient to save you money, follow these five easy steps:

  1.     Upgrade your appliances. A good place to start is with your furnace. If you have an older furnace, you are throwing money away every month. Contact KW Lang for heater installation Ohio residents trust. If you have any refrigerators or freezers in your basement, consider upgrading them to Energy Star rated efficient models. Making these few appliance changes can save you hundreds of dollars every year.

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  2.     Insulate your basement. At this point, you need to decide if it going to be an indoor space or an outdoor space. If you want to use it for storage and not living space, you can turn it into an outdoor space by adding insulation to the ceiling. If you are going to use it as indoor living space you will want to add insulation to the walls. Increasing the amount of insulation will keep cold air out of your basement and the rest of your home. This will save you money on your heating and air conditioning bills every month.

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  3.     Change out your light bulbs. Replace traditional bulbs with more energy efficient CFL bulbs. CFL’s use 75% less energy than traditional bulbs and can last for up to 9 years.

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  4.     Get rid of air leaks. Basements can be very drafty. Find any holes where cold air is sneaking in and seal them. Check the weather stripping and caulking around your windows. Check the floors, walls, and ceiling for holes. Seal small holes with silicone caulk or insulating spray, but for larger holes, you may need to use drywall first.

Weather-proofing your basement can save big on your utility bills every year. Call KW Lang for more energy saving tips for your Ohio home!