The average American home is responsible for about 1.4 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions each year, which is about 5% of the annual emissions in the US. This is due to the fact that these homes are not as energy efficient as they should be. This may not seem like a lot, but it all adds up over time. It’s estimated that by 2020, these homes will be responsible for 2.3 tonnes of CO2 emissions annually – a staggering increase of 50%. in just 3 years.If we take a look at the average emissions by state, Texas comes out on top in terms of emissions with 18.5 tonnes per resident each year. This is followed closely by Oklahoma with 17.9 tonnes and our California with 16.6 tonnes per resident each year.

The idea of a home being energy efficient is not new. But it’s about time that this becomes the new standard for construction. The switch to an energy efficient home does not just save money on your monthly electricity bill, but also helps the environment by reducing demand on power plants and reducing carbon emissions.

All you need is the willigness to make the switch and a team of professional contractors near you that can take on the job and help you upgrade your home. Luckily, it is much easier than it may seem at first – and GT Remodeling inc. are here to help you understand: how your home can become energy efficient.

Artificial Turf – an easy way to get efficient

As California is going through a drought, people are looking for ways to save water. Artificial turf is one of the emerging trends in energy efficiency, as it cuts down on water waste and can save over 2,700 gallons per year!

California has been experiencing a drought for the past few years, so it’s no surprise that people are looking for ways to be more sustainable with their water use. One way to do this is by installing artificial turf. Artificial turf can be used in many different settings including residential homes, schools, and parks. Artificial turf uses less than 1% of the water that natural grass needs, so it’s a great way to cut down on your water consumption and save money at the same time.

Solar Paneling – an energy efficiency essential

Solar paneling is a great way to not just conserve energy, but convert it. With a simple installation it lowers your bills and helps you save money. If you’re looking for ways to make your home more energy efficient, solar paneling is one of the best solutions. Solar paneling is an easy and inexpensive way to reduce your environmental footprint. And not only that, it is one of the more reliable technologies out there, with modern panels that are designed to last for 25 years, so you can be sure that they will be working efficiently for the foreseeable future.

Installing solar panels on your roof is not a big project and can be done in a day or two, making this one of the essential home improvement efforts for an energy efficient home. Solar panels are not expensive, they range from $2,000 to $10,000 but it all depends on the size of your home and we at GT Remodeling inc. are happy to help you with this project with our experienced and professional contractors.

Fresh coat of paint – UV Blocking Paints for an energy efficient home

UV rays from the sun pass through our walls, heat up our spaces and damage the paint. One way to save up on AC electric bills and become more energy efficient is to block UV rays. By executing a simple exterior paint job, we can coat the walls with UV blocking paint that keeps the paint itself fresh for longer and does not allow for it to enter and heat up your spaces. Keeping the entire home much cooler, and requiring less from the AC that you have.

The material itself is fairly cheap, and the differences in the quality of life and the electric bill are huge. This is an easy task to accomplish and a sure step towards an energy efficient home.