As a Brantford/Brant County Real Estate agent, I’ve noticed that many buyers on the market are looking for more energy-efficient properties. It’s an important step in raising the value of your home, however there’s no question that it’s a bit costly. The kitchen is the most expensive room to renovate and remodel, however if you take a few small steps to make your cooking space more “green”, then you can raise the value of your home AND save some money on your energy bills at the same time.
Instead of using an oven, which uses way more energy than it needs to cook food, try using a toaster oven or your cook-top instead. You should also practice more passive cooking techniques. Figure out how long it takes your oven to preheat to certain temperatures and factor that into your cooking time. Turn the oven off a few minutes before your meal finishes cooking. The built-up heat will complete the cooking process without continuing to use unnecessary energy. It’s little fixes like these that will save you money on your energy bill and allow you to use it for more practical, value-raising renovations.
As much as most green food lovers hate microwaves, it really does use much less energy than a stove, and it doesn’t heat up your kitchen, which would cause many to turn up their air conditioning. For defrosting, thaw in the fridge overnight. The less energy you use, the more money you’ll have for important home upgrades.
Another tip? Get rid of the excess waste you incur at the supermarket. Unless you have a huge family to feed, avoid buying in bulk, reuse plastic bags and buy fresh, unwrapped produce. If you can, compost your organic waste. These are environmentally-friendly tips and tricks that will help rid your home of unwanted clutter while reducing your carbon footprint on Mother Earth.
Did you know that most kitchen cleaners have toxic, harmful chemicals in them? Making your own household cleaning products out of baking soda, lemon juice and other kitchen staples rids your home of chemicals that are detrimental to your health. This will make your Brantford/Brant County home’s overall atmosphere far cleaner and healthier.
A green home is a money-saving, healthier, cleaner option, and it will help you reel buyers in as you start your Brantford/Brant County home sale. The more money you save on your energy bills, the more you’ll have for necessary upgrades that will raise the value of your home. As a Brantford/Brant County Real Estate expert, I wanted to share these quick tips with you to help you get on the green bandwagon.
If you have any questions about buying or selling a home in the Brantford/Brant County Real Estate market, don’t hesitate to contact me and ask! I hope to hear from you soon.
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