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Kitchen Remodel
To save money and energy year after year when remodeling your kitchen:
- Install ENERGY STAR labeled appliances
(e.g., refrigerators, dishwashers, and clothes washers) - Install ENERGY STAR-
labeled lighting
(e.g., light fixtures: suspended lights, ceiling-mounted lights, cabinet lights, recessed lights, and compact fluorescent bulbs)
If your remodeling plans include opening walls you could improve your comfort and the energy efficiency of your home by adding insulation and air sealing. If you are replacing the windows, doors, and skylights, install those with the ENERGY STAR label to make your kitchen the most energy efficient on the block.
Common Home Problems
- High Energy Bills
- Mold, Mildew or Musty Odors
- Damp Basement
- Cold Floors
- Drafty Rooms
- Dust
- Moisture on Windows
- Ice Dams
- Peeling Paint
- Hot or Cold Room
- Dry Air
