5 Ways to Make Your Kitchen More Energy Efficient

1. Install Low-Flow Faucets – Low-flow faucets use less water to take care of everyday needs such as handwashing. In many cases, low-flow faucets can lower water usage by as much as 60 percent.
   
   
2. Opt for Energy-Efficient Appliances – Outdated appliances like old dishwashers eat up energy with excess water use. A refrigerator upgrade is always a good choice, but you should know that its location has a lot to do with its performance. Keep your fridge away from any heat sources like the stove or a dishwasher and out of direct sunlight. Be sure to make room between the refrigerator and the kitchen wall so air can circulate around the condenser coils.
   
   
3. Survey Water Damage – Check to make sure that there are no surprise leaks behind your appliances. Not only is this a major waste of water, but it’s also a major source of structural damage.
   
   
4. Choose recessed overhead lighting, and make sure it’s insulated – Anyone who spends a lot of time in the kitchen knows the value of good lighting. Recessed lighting provides a well-lit room with an aura of warmth. Homeowners need to make sure that the electrician thoroughly insulates the space around the light to prevent air leaks.
   
   
5. Replace Windows – There comes a point where no amount of caulking will prevent a window from leaking air and using the right glass for your area’s climate is necessary to aid in lowering energy costs. A home renovation professional will tell you which windows perform best in certain climates as well as what types of glass permit the most amount of solar radiation. 

If you’re looking to get more out of your kitchen with less impact on your energy bill, contact the professionals at Build A Bath & Kitchen. Not only will they help you get the kitchen of your dreams, but you’ll also enjoy plenty of energy savings. Contact Build A Bath & Kitchen to see how they can transform your kitchen in more ways than one.