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4 ways to make your home greener
Sun First Solar
Eco-friendly
• People all over the world have been looking for a way to stay eco-friendly
• A strong push has come from the San Francisco area to live green
• There are a few things you can do to make your home greener
1. Install solar panels
• You will pay a little upfront but solar panels will pay for themselves as time goes on
• The panels will help power your home as well as generating more energy than you probably will need
• Creating this energy surplus can lead to the power company owing you a credit towards later bills
Solar panel saving
• Other home improvement projects don’t come with government incentives or rebates, but solar panels do
• After you pay the upfront cost you will find the panels to be a huge help for your home
• You might just luck out and never have to pay for power again
2. South-facing windows & overhangs
• If you plan the size and placement of the windows at your home you can impact the amount of natural light you get
• This natural light will help generate heat, which will help you save on your heating bill
• By installing larger south-facing windows your home can absorb sun rays
Sun rays
• By strategically placing your home windows you can help your home heat up quicker
• By installing an overhang for the summer you can also regulate the heat which will help keep your home cool
• Being in control of your light will help with heat and cooling
3. Invest in water-saving appliances
• Water consumption is a huge issue that can help for when your area faces a drought
• Low-flow faucets and showerheads will also help you with water consumption
• High-efficiency washing machines will waste less resources and will help you have a lower water bill
4. Plant a living roof
• If you have a flat roof space you could plant a few shrubs or plants to help create more oxygen
• The added plants will also help your home look beautiful
• Don’t forget to add a solar panel or two to your roof space
Be greener
• Being greener doesn’t have to be a struggle when you have great ways to enhance your home
• For more ideas on San Francisco solar powerand being greener check out our website