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The desire to build an eco-friendly home is shared by millions of families. The conscious shift towards greener lifestyles has probably seen you switch to LED lights and turn appliances off at night. Likewise, you’ve probably added better windows and roof tiles.
Nonetheless, there are several upgrades that are continually ignored by the vast majority of families. Here are six of the best that will take your efforts to new heights.
1- Using eco-friendly cleaning materials
Small updates like using LED light bulbs should be embraced by everyone. It doesn’t require a significant investment of time or money and the benefits continue for life. However, many families continue to use damaging cleaning products. Budget-friendly greener cleaning will transform your approach to eco-friendly living. And it helps you embrace winning habits that can spread to other areas of life.
2- Roof insulation
When there’s an issue with roof tiles or leaks, you will fix the issue right away. However, the internal insulation of your attic is an issue that could be left for years to come. Sadly, the unnecessary heat loss is making your energy bills far larger.
Choosing a better roof insulation foam or spray can work wonders. On a side note, draft excluders for door frames are also a great investment.
3- Water softeners
You’ve probably invested in energy-efficient appliances like washing machines and dishwashers. But if your home is hindered by hard water, those products will be damaged far sooner. This will indirectly increase your carbon footprint, as well as long-term running costs.
A well-designed water softener will solve this issue by removing limescale. It’s great for the quality of drinking water too.
4- Pipe covers
If you have installed a new boiler and checked your radiators, it’s easy to think that the job is done. In reality, though, there are a variety of simple purchases that can reduce energy loss. Water tank jackets and foam coverings for radiator pipes are inexpensive products that can make a world of difference. When supported by winning habits like not leaving the heating on unnecessarily, success is assured.
5- Gardening
Making smarter choices inside the property is one thing, but you must not overlook external space. Growing fruit and veg is the ultimate green living activity. It helps you adopt a healthier diet, reduce your food waste, and spend more time outdoors, without consuming large volumes of energy. Again, it feeds into adopting a more holistic approach to eco-friendly living.
6- Showering
Water waste is a major concern. As well as using suitable kitchen appliances, have a look at the bathroom. Switching to a greener toilet can cut water usage by up to 75%.
However, it’s the conscious effort to take showers rather than baths that can have a surprisingly big impact. So, boosting the water pressure is a job that every homeowner should embrace to make the experience more enjoyable.
Above all else, you must remember to adopt greener living with a sense of consistency. Do this, and your life will significantly improve.
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