Let’s face it when it comes to homes or offices, the greater they look and (given our energy challenges nowadays) the more energy efficient they are, the more valuable they are likely to be too. It’s not that difficult nor does it need to be as expensive as you think it might be to attain this either.
Is solar the only solution?
Most people are turning to expensive solar systems to solve their energy issues, and we wouldn’t discourage this at all. It makes sense for those who can afford it and it certainly will add value to your home, but you’d be surprised how many ways you can make your home more energy efficient without necessarily spending that kind of money. So, let’s look at a few alternative ways you can make your home beautiful, energy efficient, and more valuable this winter!
A facelift is halfway to ‘sold!’
We have a fabulous range of Autumn colours too which seem to fit in so well with the global trend right now to be closer to nature. This extends from decorating to home renovations that allow more of the outside to come into the living space. Some ideas combine better indoor/outdoor synergy with some good energy-saving solutions too like…
Alternate energy solutions
Entertainment and living areas can be augmented or simply converted by knocking down walls and doors that may have been blocking out natural light. Windows or skylights can be added in dark rooms too and all of these things create energy efficiency in two ways…
Firstly, renovating to create more sunlight means less unnatural light will be required at least in the daylight hours, even in winter when the days are sometimes darker. This means saving on lighting energy.
Secondly allowing more sunlight into rooms during the day can significantly heat them, making them less likely to need extensive heating in the evenings too – and save on heating throughout cold winter days. Have you ever sat on a bay window with the sunlight pouring through onto your back? It’s way more effective than any heater!
Other ways like double glazing windows and doors, good insulation and simply ensuring no unnecessary drafts are invading your closed spaces, can all make a difference and save on energy costs.
Winter is on its way
Remember winter is on its way now so don’t hesitate to order an expert home or office facelift and renovations as soon as possible. Many of you may not know that Swirl Painting, due to our solid construction background, is more than just an expert painting company. We are renovators with years of experience in converting homes into things of not only great beauty but functionality and energy efficiency too.
Talk to us today about a no-obligation consultation to assess your home facelift and renovation needs and let the experts assist you to make your home beautiful, energy efficient and more valuable this winter!