Last Updated on December 16, 2023 by Kimberly Crawford
Making your home more eco-friendly means making it function so that you can live in a manner that is not destructive to the environment, as well as ensuring you do your bit around the home to help the environment too.
As we strive to protect our world from unnatural, man-made destruction, this way of living is becoming increasingly more necessary. So, here are some tips for making your home more eco friendly.
Get a smart meter fitted
Heating is considerably the most energy-intensive aspect of any home since. When cold weather arrives, it’s tempting to leave the heating on for more than necessary during colder months. This results in both wasted energy and, eventually, can add a lot of unnecessary costs to your energy bill.Â
Asking your energy supplier to install a smart meter is one of the greatest methods to keep on top of energy consumption. A smart meter provides precise statistics on your energy consumption and can be set to only turn on at times of the day.
Installing a smart meter will make your home eco-friendly, as it saves energy and lowers your home’s carbon footprint – not to mention the money it will save you too!
Opt for eco cleaning products
Whether you use them to clean your sinks and toilets, or your chair and table legs, many commonly used cleaning solutions include chemicals that are hazardous to the environment.
Detergents and preservatives, for example, harmfully affect the environment and our climate greatly. Instead, you should opt for cleaning products which include components that are sustainably cultivated or farmed, and don’t harm the environment when discarded.
Ensure your boiler is working efficiently
If there is a problem or fault with your boiler, it may be performing inadequately, and thus wastefully, requiring more time and energy to heat up your house. This would not only increase your energy expenses but will also have a negative impact on the environment.
Therefore, you should ensure that your boiler is working efficiently, and examine it to see if it has any issues that could be affecting your heating. This can be done by hiring an expert to come and carry out a boiler servicing inspection, which could be included as part of your annual boiler service.
Unplug electrical appliances when they’re not in use
One of the most simple home practices to be more eco-friendly is to switch off and disconnect any plugs and sockets when they’re not in use, or before leaving your home. Doing so will save you a fair amount of money on your electric bill, and help the environment.Â
Insulate your home and walls
When it starts getting draughty in your home and you decide to turn on the heating, keep in mind that heat could escape through your home’s roof and walls. Insulation will ensure that heat does not escape, substantially enhancing your home’s warmth and efficiency. If you don’t have effective and updated insulation to insulate your loft, cavity walls, and even your hot water tank will save you money on generating hot water and maintaining heat and warmth in your home.
And there you have it – just a few ways that you can make your home eco-friendlier, doing your bit for the environment, and lowering your expenses in the process.
