- Overview
Heating and cooling account for 48% of a home's energy use. With utility rates in California, this is big money. While upgrading to the most efficient heating and cooling system is a smart choice, doing so can be expensive. Another easier way to cut your heating/cooling costs by hundreds every year is to properly insulate your home.
How Can I Save Money?
ENERGY STAR® estimates that an insulation upgrade saves 15% on heating and cooling costs. Actual savings may be higher, especially if your home lacks a baseline level of insulation in the walls and attic.
*Source: ENERGY STAR. https://www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?c=home_sealing.hm_improvement_methodology
Sample Savings Calculation: Based on data from Nest and ENERGY STAR®, assuming all electric heat and an average PG&E bill of $125, the average homeowner in the Bay area will save $108 per year on electricity revamping insulation.
