The upside of keeping homes energy efficient just keeps going. There is a clear value in the long run, that’s why. According to a UCLA study the sales price on houses on the sales block get a 9% higher price tag. The study was done among 1.6 million homes from 2007 up in varied California areas. These houses have Energy star  qualifications.

Amongst homebuyers, it is the same. Nine of out 10 consumers prefer energy efficient homes as it spells lower bills on utilities even if less efficient homes are priced 2% cheaper.

Take the fireplace for example. By turning to a gas one as against a wood burning option, the savings on energy use is big. It is one energy saving home improvement project worth looking into without sacrificing its use and your enjoyment.The energy replacement reaches 77% compare with wood burning ones which only has 15% of wood’s energy converted to useful heat.

Thus, when it comes to selling your unit, more than a third of prospects will most likely be looking for a gas fireplace.This accounts for 39% of homebuyers seeking a gas fireplace as desirable feature for their next house purchase.

Apart from reduced heating costs, a gas fireplace saves you on the dollars by replicating the ambience of a wood type yet easily maintained than the other option. Quick fixes save you more than half a thousand dollars per year.

Space storage is also another home improvement area which helps you a lot with your personal energy, that is.

There is a clear value in storage and built in organization options. As your lifestyle changes, or your family grows bigger so do your storage needs. It gets  bigger as it varies in priorities.

If you have become fitness conscious, where do you put your equipment, your bike maybe? If your family has a growing kid inside, then so do the room needs and storage for toys to bigger school stuff and so forth.

Adding storage then becomes a no-brainer.

Few examples would be to open drywall creates storage on walls. In your garage, you may want to install a hanging platform storage. The space under the stairs are also good storage options. It used to be very unused before but as you get smarter in its use, then all the benefit will be yours.
An option for the outdoors this time, is the use of strategically placed light fixtures.

Putting a shine in your evenings is made by setting up exterior lighting. You can likewise accent any features or what you like about your house. Landscapes are highlighted or gazebos. A plus factor is to keep burglars at bay. The cost will just run from $150 to $250 if you hand wire your lighting. To mention back, if you use security features in your homes you even get a lower homeowner’s insurance. So why not take it into close consideration?

With solar technology heavily advancing, not to forget getting cheaper as well, it is now cost effective to boost the outdoor lighting. Given that,you get the best of both options of making the surroundings more appealing but you get to save up in return.

Outdoor lighting is on the list of desired home features for 90% buyers who are scouting for their next purchase.

We suggest that accent lights be placed under trees to highlight a favored one. Lights can be put on a timer so you don’t waste energy running them on daytime. Warm lights make the home look and feel very cozy and welcoming.