Sustainable Renovation Ideas

When it comes to home renovations, there are many possibilities. It is even possible to improve the look and feel of your home while being environmentally responsible. There are also sustainable renovation ideas that could be considered beneficial for the environment. If you’re looking for ways to renovate your home in a sustainable way then you’ve come to the right place.

Sustainable Renovation Ideas for Any Home

With all the talk of climate change and rising sea levels, it’s important to consider the impact a home renovation will have on the environment. At AQWA Constructions, we provide the renovation services Brisbane home and business owners count on, and we are often asked about sustainable renovation ideas. As a result, we decided to put together this list of sustainable home renovations that are good for the environment and will probably save you money.

Solar Energy Panels

If you drive down almost any residential street you might notice that solar energy panels are becoming more of a common sight these days. There’s good reason for that, as solar energy panels are a great home improvement that will save money and help to save the environment. The ability of these large solar panels to passively convert clean solar energy into electricity is a boon for any household. But if a large solar energy system is out of reach, you can still take advantage of solar electricity technologies. For example, there are outdoor lights that have batteries that are charged by small solar collectors, so they can be run at night while the sun is down. There are many environmentally friendly possibilities when it comes to solar power.

Solar Water Heater

Another way to utilise solar power in the home is by installing a solar water heater. A solar water heater is similar to the forementioned solar energy panels, in that they are both most commonly installed on the roof of a home. But instead of making electricity, solar water heaters convert the solar energy into thermal energy which is then used to heat your home’s water. A solar water heater is another sustainable home improvement that not only saves money but is also kind to the environment.

New Toilet

Have you ever considered how old your toilet is? We understand if it’s not something that you think too much about. But it’s important to know that older toilets use a lot of water. In fact, they are considered water wasters by modern standards. New low-flow toilets are designed with advanced hydrodynamics that allow them to have the same flushing performance of older toilets while using a fraction of the water. Saving water is always good for the environment and it’s good for your water bill.

Ceiling Fan

Ceiling fans are a low energy cooling option that are great for that time of year when it’s just starting to get hot but it’s not quite hot enough to run the air conditioner. Ceiling fans are also good at circulating the cool air when you do run the air conditioner. By circulating the cool air-conditioned air, a ceiling fan improves the efficiency of your home cooling system. This will reduce your electricity usage, which will save you money and is good for the environment.

Insulation

When you heat your home in the winter and cool your home with the air conditioner in the summer you are using energy. Most energy that is used for heating or cooling a home is of the non-renewable type, so the environmentally responsible thing to do is to make sure that you are heating or cooling your home in the most efficient way possible. A good way to do this is to make sure your home is well insulated. It can be difficult to know the quality or amount of insulation in a home, so call a professional contractor, such as AQWA Constructions, to inspect your home to determine if your insulation is up to the job.

Contact a Trusted Renovation Contractor for Sustainable Reno

As you can see, there are a number of different sustainable renovation ideas that will make your home a more comfortable place to live while you are being conscientious towards the environment. AQWA Constructions are the renovation builders North Brisbane residents depend on, and we can help you with any these sustainable home renovations. You can get in touch with us to discuss our services by calling 0414 234 695, or by using our online contact form. We look forward to speaking with you.