Green Your Home I

Green Your Home I

With the emphasis on renewable energy, Green driving and travel and general Green living, many people are finding that having Green homes is a great selling tool. While some Green energy techniques require expensive upgrades, some simple tips can help make your home more Green and actually save you money, too! Part One of this series on Greening Your Home focuses on one of the easiest and most useful ways you can Green your home: switch to energy efficient appliances.

Switch to Energy Efficient Appliances

Energy efficient appliances run the gamut from slightly cost-saving to truly green. You may find energy efficient air conditions that require less electricity to run than regular power-guzzling models. Energy Star ratings can give you an idea of how much electricity your appliances will use, and help you find the most energy-efficient appliance for your needs.

Finding the most energy efficient appliances is a win-win situation. Not only can energy efficient appliances help you along the path toward creating a Green home, but they save you money every month on your utility bills. Energy efficient appliances help the environment AND they save you money; they’re a logical upgrade when the time comes to replace your appliances. Practically any appliance can be energy efficient; from a dishwasher to a furnace to an air conditioner, and even your lighting fixtures. Energy efficient appliances can even help you qualify for an energy efficiency tax credit!

However, energy efficiency is only one aspect of Green appliances. For maximum impact, you can also switch to low-flow appliances that don’t waste a lot of water. Low-flow washers and dishwashers use drastically less water than traditional models; up to 15 gallons less per load of laundry in the case of a low-flow clothes washer. You can also purchase low-flow showerheads, sink fixtures and toilets to maximize water conservation and make your home more environmentally-friendly.


Your local REALTOR at Texas Homes and Loans.com can help you find a Green Home near you.


Carlos Salinas
Real Estate Magician