How can I make my house as energy efficient as possible for cheap

Jack Davis
by Jack Davis
  7 answers
  • Rose Broadway Rose Broadway on Aug 07, 2017

    Make sure you have caulking around the frames of your windows and doors. In the summer keep drapes and blinds closed against sunshine. In cold weather open window coverings on sunny days then keep closed at night and cloudy times. Have proper insulation in your walls and ceilings, maintain your furnace and air conditioning systems regularly. Many more that others can think of for you.

  • Janet Pizaro Janet Pizaro on Aug 07, 2017

    For the winter use window insulating kits by Three M

  • Robyn Garner Robyn Garner on Aug 07, 2017

    If you're low income, call your area Senior and Aging services to ask if they will weatherize your home. If no, ask who does.

  • Jan Clark Jan Clark on Aug 07, 2017

    I installed insulative film on my east and west windows. They stop UV rays, too. There are also kits you can get to seal your windows as an extra layer of insulation. You can also replace incandescent lights with energy star ones.

  • Upgrade the insullation in your attic. Make sure all windows and doors are properly sealed with weather stripping. Change light bulbs to more energy efficient versions. Draw drapes or curtains during heat of day to keep interiorcooler. Regularly service your HVAC system and change the filter - I change mine once a month - or opt for one that you just take out and wash.

  • Jody Jody on Aug 07, 2017

    Call your local power company, like PG&E. They will come and do an energy assessment for FREE!

  • Johnavallance82 Johnavallance82 on Aug 07, 2017

    Seal all Cracks that let in draughts. Cling Film - over Windows. - Insulate Loft

    Put Foil backed Insulation at back of Radiators. Install Chimney Balloon if you have open fire, but don't use it.