Roofing

Energy rates are constantly on the rise. Budget and environmentally conscious people are looking for ways to reduce the amount that their family consumes on a daily basis. “Green” your home and shrink your bills with these easy tips for saving energy.

Small Changes, Big Impact

The easiest things you can do to save energy in your Texas home are always the smallest ones, but they can have a big impact. Instead of depriving your family of its comforts, choose a few small changes that you can live with, or may not notice at all.

A few less disruptive ideas include:

  • Lower your heating or air conditioning during hours that you won’t notice, like when you are out of the house or asleep.
  • Lower your dishwasher water temperature or skip the dry cycle, allowing dishes to air dry.
  • Switch your laundry to a cold wash.
  • Close vents and doors to unused rooms to avoid heating or cooling unnecessary space.
  • Install low-flow water controls, especially in sinks where they have less of an impact than showers.
  • Utilize low energy light bulbs, designed to last longer and use less electricity

Efficiency Demands Maintenance

All appliances work better and use less energy when they are well maintained. Give home appliances a seasonal check, or hire a professional to look over them. Clean filters on ventilation systems, furnaces, and air conditioners regularly. Regular upkeep will not only keep bills low, but also add longevity to your investments.

Correct Ventilation

Proper ventilation within your home will make the difference between energy waste and energy efficiency.  Attic ventilation is integral to a properly functioning roofing system.  It enables a roof to cool itself, and hot air to escape from the upper level of your house.

Throughout the home as well, ventilation is a necessity for proper air exchange.  Excessive drafts may be corrected near doors and windows as well as gaps around pipes and ventilation.

Roofing Solutions

Consult a professional about roofing or insulation repairs, and alternative materials. For instance, a cool shingle roof or a new metal roof will reflect, instead of absorbing, the sun’s rays, helping to keep the roofing system cool.

If you are considering roofing repairs or a new metal roof, contact us today.

Choose BELDON® For Your Home’s Needs!

Have some questions or need some roofing advice? Need to schedule a service? Give our team at BELDON Roofing Company a call today!

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