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3 Reasons Why You Should Make Your Home More Energy-Efficient

The summer is almost over here in the valley, can you believe it? It definitely went fast and it certainly was a hot one with all of those heat waves across the country and state.

If you suffered through those temperatures in your home, it may be time for an insulation upgrade! Making energy-efficient changes around your home now will pay off in many different ways as the seasons change and the weather shifts once more.

1. You Can Save Significant Money

We all deserve to have more money in our pockets for fun and adventure! This summer heat definitely caused all of us to rely on our insulation and air conditioners, which often results in less-than-desirable energy bill. However, if your insulation is worn-out or you don’t have enough of it, you probably suffered more than you needed to this season in more ways than one.

Insulation is an incredibly energy-efficient way to control heat transfer because it doesn’t require electricity to work. It will slow the heat through its materials to keep you cool and comfortable without having to flip a switch or fiddle with the thermostat. It also will work to keep you warmer in the winter when the temperatures start to drop. Lower bills year-round is a win-win for everyone!

2. You Are Reducing Your Impact on the Planet

Earth is the only home we have, so we have to do our best to take care of it. If you are completely relying on your HVAC system to keep you cool, you are adding to the strain on the power grid every day, all year. By making energy-efficient swaps, you pull off some of that burden and contribute less to carbon emissions and fossil fuel use.

Energy efficiency simply means using less energy to get the same job done, so whatever upgrades you make won’t affect your day-to-day life, but it will have a tremendous impact on the planet for years and decades to come.

3. Energy Efficiency Is Reliable

Technology is improving all of the time, and the current energy-efficient appliances and materials on the market are incredibly reliable and long-lasting. Over time, older appliances and insulation materials can become compromised and run a higher risk of experiencing a malfunction.

This is not only frustrating for you, but it also can be dangerous depending on the situation. Older insulation materials may not be as fire-resistant or an old appliance may not have an emergency water shutoff valve, which can pose serious issues if something were to happen.

Today’s energy-efficient products have all kinds of safety features and assurances that they will help keep you and your home safe. Being able to rely on your home to keep you cool in the summer, warm in the winter and everything in between is crucial, so contact us today to schedule your own insulation upgrade.

You deserve a more energy-efficient home. Contact Koala Insulation of Chattanooga to get started.