Energy efficiency is a key concern for many homeowners. Homes which are not optimized for peak efficiency are more expensive and more difficult to heat and cool leading to inflated utility bills and potentially expensive repairs. Of the many improvements a homeowner can make to boost energy efficiency, air sealing and insulation are two of the most important with the highest return on investment.
While the cost of air sealing an existing home depends on the extent of the air leakage and the size and age of the house, the potential for considerable cost savings is very significant. Air sealing, when combined with an insulation upgrade, help homeowners reduce annual heating and cooling costs by an average of 20 percent, according to the Environmental Protection Agency. Additionally, air sealing and insulation will help the average homeowner cut total household energy consumption by up to 10 percent.
Consider that the average American household spends about $175 per month on energy, which totals $2,100 per year. A 10 percent reduction would lead to $210 in annual savings, allowing the homeowner to recover the investment in the air sealing and insulation upgrade in about 5 to 7 years, depending on the characteristics of the home. These savings also do not reflect the boosted resale value of a home with recent energy efficiency upgrades. In short, air sealing and insulation are among the wisest investments a homeowner can make.
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