As we head into the fall season here on Lake Nacimiento, those living in Oak Shores and Heritage Ranch tend to turn their attention towards their home. All summer long, the focus has been on getting outdoors to go hiking, swimming, boating, skiing and more! And, while you’ll still be able to do some outdoor activities all year round on Lake Nacimiento, homeowners begin think about ways to create a cozy atmosphere in their homes for the cooler seasons.
Oftentimes, homeowners in Oak Shores and Heritage Ranch go the extra measure to create more of a green environment in their home. They appreciate their stunning surroundings and want to do their part to invest in an eco-friendly lifestyle.
If you’re searching for simple ways you can go green in your Lake Nacimiento home; below are a few key tips to help you on your way!
Install a programmable thermostat. That way, if you leave your Oak Shores or Heritage Ranch home during the day for an afternoon of hiking or boating on the lake, you can program the thermostat to adjust while the house is empty. This allows you to save ample energy and money on your air-conditioning bill. You can set the thermostat to return to its regular setting about an hour before you return home, so you’ll never know the difference!
• Replace your light bulbs with fluorescent bulbs. They provide just as much lighting while using less energy and lasting far longer.
• Switch to energy efficient appliances. When it’s time to replace a kitchen appliance, choose one with an Energy Star label on it. These appliances meet efficiency guidelines created by the U.S. Department of Energy and the Environment Protection Agency. While they are more expensive initially, the amount of energy you will save makes up for it in the long run.
• Only run your dishwasher when it’s full. This will ensure you’re only using the dishwasher when you absolutely have to. Also, after the dishes are clean, open the dishwasher door and allow the dishes to air dry rather than using the washer’s drying cycle.
• Switch off your electronics. Though many people have gotten use to the idea of having electronics available 24/7, you should turn off your computer and monitor when not in use. You could turn off your cell phone at night too, if not using it as an alarm clock.
• Plug as many electronics as you safely can into a power strip, which allows you to easily turn the strip off when the items are not in use. This could include TVs, DVD players, computers, toasters and more, which all use several watts of power even when not in use.
• Reduce water usage. Take shorter showers and turn the water off while you wash your hands, brush your teeth, apply face wash and any other time the water is not in use.
• Recycle! You’ll find various recycling bins at each home, as well as in public areas around Lake Nacimiento, that will allow you to recycle plastics, aluminum, paper and other materials.
As a Lake Nacimiento Real Estate agent, my goal is to help you not only sell your home or buy the home of your dreams on Lake Nacimiento, but to help you enjoy the lifestyle to the fullest! Having an eco-friendly plan for your home can help cut down on costs and make you feel good about what you’re doing for our beautiful environment.
If you’re interested in learning more about the Lake Nacimiento lifestyle or are ready to begin your Oak Shores or Heritage Ranch home search; please feel free to contact me today!
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