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Cost of Heat Inspires Energy-Related Improvements

The high cost of natural gas and other forms of heating fuel has inspired about one-quarter of American homeowners to make improvements that will increase their homes’ energy efficiency within five years, according to a study by Owens Corning.


March 31, 2001
This article first appeared in the PR April 2001 issue of Pro Remodeler.

The high cost of natural gas and other forms of heating fuel has inspired about one-quarter of American homeowners to make improvements that will increase their homes’ energy efficiency within five years, according to a study by Owens Corning. Another 37 percent are considering such improvements. Sixty percent of homeowners say their bills have increased this year.

Of those planning improvements, nearly two-thirds cited a need to save money as their motive; 47 percent said an increase in resale value was a factor.

The most frequently mentioned improvements were:

 

 

  • Caulking/sealing (41 percent)
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  • Installing more energy-efficient windows (39 percent)
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  • Replacing heating systems with a more energy-efficient version (27 percent)
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  • Replacing hot water heater with a more energy-efficient version (25 percent)
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  • Replacing refrigerator with a more energy-efficient version (24 percent)
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  • Replacing cooling systems with a more energy-efficient version (21 percent)
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  • Installing additional attic insulation (20 percent)
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  • Installing programmable thermostat (17 percent)
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  • Installing compact fluorescent lights (17 percent)
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  • Installing low-flow shower heads (14 percent)
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  • Other (3 percent).

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