Weather Forecasts Predict Rising Home Heating Costs

BETHESDA, MD (Wednesday, December 07, 2005) - Case Design/Remodeling, Inc. (www.casedesign.com), the D.C. area’s leading home improvement company has developed some helpful recommendations for area homeowners to keep their energy costs down during the winter months. With home heating serving as the largest energy expense, window maintenance is an important factor in controlling heat loss. Case recommends that homeowners thoroughly check their windows for signs of rotted and damaged wood, cracked glass or missing putty. If the windows are in good shape, it is more cost-effective to boost their efficiency by adding weather-stripping or caulking. In addition, window replacement is also an alternative option. Although more expensive than repairs, window replacement offers homeowners the leverage to pick from an abundance of new energy efficient products on the market.

Your choice of appliances greatly affects home energy cost, averaging out to be $1,200 per year, per household. Homeowners can sharply reduce their bill by using energy efficient appliances and space conditioning equipment, which feature efficiency ratings. These ratings are good indicators of energy use. The higher the efficiency rating, the lower the operating cost. Insulation is a key factor in your home’s primary defense against heat loss during the winter. A foot of fiberglass or cellulose insulation in the attic floor is recommended as a cost-effective measure. Case recommends that homeowners have a home repair specialist conduct an annual energy audit to determine where heat is being lost. A home repair specialist can pinpoint problems in the home and provide the appropriate recommendations. At the same time, they can check your heating system for maximum efficiency. The cost of any energy improvements depend greatly on where you live; how large your heating requirements are; and how much you pay for energy in your area.

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