Today, it is
more important than ever to make sure your home is as eco-friendly as possible.
As a homeowner, it is your responsibility to ensure you are doing your bit for
the environment and monitoring how much energy you use. There are lots of
different things you can do to conserve energy in your home each day, including
turning the lights off, taking shorter showers and not leaving appliances on
standby.
However,
there are also some more permanent changes you can make around your home to
ensure it is as eco-friendly as possible. From choosing the right appliances
for your kitchen to installing an eco-friendly lift (yes, you can have a lift
in your house and be eco-friendly!), there are lots of different options to
explore.
Below, we
share our top tips for transforming your home into an eco-friendly hub.
Insulate your property
Did you know
that most of the heat in your home escapes through the roof? If you want to
transform your home into an eco-friendly haven, you need to start by cutting
down on your energy usage - and one way to do this is by insulating your home.
Ensuring
your home has sufficient insulation is key. Not only will it help you cut down
on your energy usage, but it can also save you hundreds of pounds on energy
bills too. Insulating your home will make it more efficient at trapping in
heat, meaning you’ll use your heating system less and use less fossil fuels.
Switch to energy-efficient light bulbs
Switching to
LED light bulbs will make a huge difference. Traditional incandescent light
bulbs lose up to 80% of their energy as heat, leaving just 20% for light
production. LED light bulbs, on the other hand, only lose 10% of their energy
as heat and use ten times less energy than an incandescent light bulb.
In addition,
LED bulbs last far longer than their traditional counterparts and they’re also
completely silent. It makes total sense to switch to LED bulbs in the home if
you want to conserve energy and save money.
Opt for solar energy
If you’re
serious about your energy usage, you should consider installing solar panels.
Solar energy is a clean, green source of energy and is a great way to reduce
your carbon footprint. With a solar panel system, you can generate free power
for your home, taking your home ‘off the grid’.
Traditional
electricity relies heavily on fossil fuels, such as coal and natural gas - not
only are these resources limited, but they’re also bad for the environment.
When you install solar panels, you can use clean, renewable energy in the form
of sunlight and convert the light into electricity. This will reduce your
carbon footprint and again save you money on electricity bills.
Install a smart energy meter
When looking
to create an eco-friendly property, it’s important to be smart with your energy
consumption. When it’s cold outside and temperatures are low, it can be
tempting to turn your heating system up to the highest setting; however, this
uses lots of energy and can make your bills rocket.
Instead,
consider installing a smart energy meter to help you carefully manage your
energy usage. Smart meters can be programmed so that the heating only comes on
at specific times during the day, such as first thing in the morning or for an
hour in the evening. With sufficient insulation, an hour of heating in the morning
and again in the evening should be enough to keep your home warm.
Choose energy-efficient kitchen appliances
The kitchen
is the beating heart of any home. It’s where we cook up culinary delights, sit
down for dinner with our family and enjoy a catch up and glass of wine with
friends - but just how environmentally friendly is your kitchen? As we spend so
much time in the kitchen, it makes sense to ensure it is as eco-friendly as
possible.
Switching to
energy-efficient kitchen appliances can help you cut down on energy usage and
save you money on bills. When shopping for appliances for your kitchen, pay
attention to the energy labels. An energy label gives the appliance an energy
rating (on a scale of G - A+++) and provides you with information such as annual
energy consumption and estimated water usage. Understanding these labels and
choosing appliances that have a high energy rating is key.
Save water
It’s not
just about electricity - if you want your home to be as eco-friendly as
possible, you need to cut down on your water usage too. There are plenty of
ways to do this, from taking shorter showers, turning the tap off when you
brush your teeth and fixing any leaks around your property.
There are plenty of ways to make your bathroom environmentally friendly.
Low-flow shower heads restrict water flow, saving water and money. Switching to
automatic faucets can also help you cut down on the amount of water you use
(this is useful if you have a house of little ones who often leave the taps
running!) and low-flow toilets and dual flush systems can help you turn your
bathroom green.
Opt for recycled items
When you do
need to buy new items for your home - whether it’s a new television because
your current one has broken down or a new coffee table - opt for recycled or
upcycled items. You can have lots of fun upcycling and turning old pieces of
furniture into new, trendy models or, alternatively, hit up your local charity
shop to purchase second hand. Being energy efficient goes hand in hand with
saving money, so always recycle and upcycle where you can.
Install an
eco-friendly
lift
Many people
think of having a lift in your home as an expensive luxury. You may be
surprised to learn there are lots of energy-saving lifts on the market today!
If you
suffer with mobility issues, installing a lift in your home can be extremely
useful, helping you to move between floors in your home with ease. Fortunately,
there are eco-friendly lifts available to make sure your home remains
environmentally friendly. Eco lifts perform the same function as any modern day
lift, but they utilise sustainable energy recovery technology to guarantee a
more efficient, eco-friendly machine.
In fact,
many eco-friendly lifts consume less energy than your average washing machine
and television! Sleek and stylish, an eco lift can help you maintain your
independence in your home while transforming the appearance of your property -
and helping you save energy all at the same time!
ADL Lift Services
At ADL Lift
Services, we’re proud to be one of the leading lift companies in Scotland and
specialise in eco lifts. Our team of professionals offer quality service as
well as all of the equipment and parts you need to ensure your lift continues
to work the way it should.
If your business requires lift installation or
maintenance, we’re the company to turn to. We can tailor the work that we do
for you to ensure it perfectly meets your needs and exceeds your expectations.
Our team of lift manufacturers in Scotland provide some of the very best
services across the country, with expert knowledge, years of experience and
unbeatable customer service. For more information about us and our services,
visit our website.
