To live even greener, you can:
- Choose energy-efficient windows. Go with double-pane windows and you might even reduce the risk of break-ins (because double-pane windows can be more difficult to break).
- Insulate your water pipes. You’ll save energy and it may reduce the risk of frozen pipes.
- Insulate your ceiling and attic. Air sealing reduces heat loss into attics, which can also reduce ice dam formation.
- Seal your ducts. Duct sealing reduces the risk of pressure imbalances in homes. (Pressure imbalances can increase fire risks and could enable the risk of toxic gases like carbon monoxide entering the living space.)
- Replace Torchiere halogen light fixtures. Choose more efficient fixtures to save energy and possibly reduce the risk of fire.
- Put motion sensors on outdoor lights. You can reduce electricity use and you may even improve security.
- Purchase sealed combustion appliances (furnaces and hot water heaters). These are more efficient, and you may also reduce risk of fire and carbon monoxide fumes getting into the living space.