Do–It–Yourself Home Energy Audits 140 Simple Solutions to Lower Energy Costs, Increase Your Home's Efficiency

Reduce your utility bill and your carbon footprint
This hands-on guide shows you how to access your home's energy efficiency, and offers 140 energy- and money-saving solutions you can use right away. Inside, you'll find simple, no- and low-cost measures to identify problems and increase your home's livability and efficiency-as well as your expendable income-each and every year.
Whether you're moving into a brand new home, buying an existing property, or improving your current residence, you'll find the practical tips and step-by-step projects inside Do-It-Yourself Home Energy Audits will dramatically reduce your energy usage and boost your savings in no time.
Discover how to:Implement immediate no- and low-cost improvements for lighting, heating, electricity, insulation, water use, and moreIdentify and modify the most costly appliances in your homeReduce carbon emissionsDevelop a personal energy planDetermine how and when to contract your green renovationUnderstand ratings, standards, and conversionsFund your green home improvement projects and take advantage of grants, rebates, and tax incentives