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How To Make My Home More Efficient | Koala Insulation of West Portland

Your home is one giant system made up of smaller systems within it, and they all need to work in tandem to keep your family comfortable and safe. Taking care of these systems can go a long way toward making your home more efficient and reliable as the seasons change.

By focusing on improving your home’s performance, your family will be comfortable and your home will run smoothly for years. We explain some easy ways to upgrade your home's efficiency below, so read on to learn more.

Prioritize Cleanliness

The first thing you need to do is stay on top of routine cleaning! Having healthy indoor air quality helps your HVAC system run more efficiently. If your HVAC system is well-maintained, it will do a better job of heating and cooling your home without having to exert unnecessary energy to get the job done.

Dusty, dirty vents and a clogged furnace filter all work against your home—and your energy bill.

That said, you should also be swapping out your furnace filter with each change in season. A clean filter is able to catch dust and allergens more easily and can help you breathe better. This is especially important during spring allergy season!

Make Energy-Efficient Upgrades

Energy efficiency can look different in many parts of your home. Appliances, LED bulbs and new insulation can all work together to make your home run more efficiently.

Energy efficiency simply means that the same result is being produced while using less energy to do it. The less water and electricity needed to run your household, the more efficient it will be!

Insulating and air sealing your home are two of the most reliable ways to make your home more efficient. Your HVAC system works hard to provide your home with comfortable air, so you don’t want that air escaping right out of your walls or attic! New insulation can ensure that the air circulates longer in your home and is more resistant to rapid heat loss.

What Koala Can Do

The first step we will take is perform a full evaluation of your home’s current insulation, using our thermal cameras to identify areas that need an insulation boost. We will walk you through your insulation choices and help you decide what material is best for your space.

We can also air seal any leaks or gaps we find during the installation process. This is an important added step to help make sure your insulation can work most effectively. When you are ready, give your friends at Koala Insulation a call!

A more efficient home is at your fingertips. Call us today at Koala Insulation of West Portland.