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United States Dept of Energy - Energy efficiency tips
- the following article is taken from US Department of Energy's website.
Why Should You Insulate? Click Here for Full Article
Heating and cooling ("space conditioning") account for 50 to 70% of the
energy used in the average American home.
Unless your home was constructed with special attention to energy
efficiency, adding insulation will probably reduce your utility bills. Much of
the existing housing stock in the United States is not insulated to the
best level. Older homes are likely to use more energy than newer
homes, leading to very high heating and air-conditioning bills. Even if you
own a new home, adding insulation may save enough money in reduced
utility bills to pay for itself within a few years, continue to save you money
for as long as you own the home, and increase the resale value of your
house.
The Crucial Role of Thermal Insulation
Inadequate insulation and air leakage are leading causes of energy
waste in most homes. Insulation saves money and our nation's limited
energy resources. It can also make your house more comfortable by
helping to maintain a uniform temperature throughout the house. Walls,
ceilings, and floors will be warmer in the winter and cooler in the
summer. Insulation can also act as a sound absorber or barrier, keeping
noise levels down.
- the following article is taken from US Department of Energy's website.
Why Should You Insulate? Click Here for Full Article
Heating and cooling ("space conditioning") account for 50 to 70% of the
energy used in the average American home.
Unless your home was constructed with special attention to energy
efficiency, adding insulation will probably reduce your utility bills. Much of
the existing housing stock in the United States is not insulated to the
best level. Older homes are likely to use more energy than newer
homes, leading to very high heating and air-conditioning bills. Even if you
own a new home, adding insulation may save enough money in reduced
utility bills to pay for itself within a few years, continue to save you money
for as long as you own the home, and increase the resale value of your
house.
The Crucial Role of Thermal Insulation
Inadequate insulation and air leakage are leading causes of energy
waste in most homes. Insulation saves money and our nation's limited
energy resources. It can also make your house more comfortable by
helping to maintain a uniform temperature throughout the house. Walls,
ceilings, and floors will be warmer in the winter and cooler in the
summer. Insulation can also act as a sound absorber or barrier, keeping
noise levels down.
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home, including information on insulation products, visit
www.dougrye.com.
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