Looking after the home can be a challenge. But it is necessary. A great routine (and sticking to it) is a massive help. But what if you are environmentally aware? From insulation to organic cleaners, here are some eco-friendly maintenance tasks to help keep your home at its best.
Keep the Water Flowing
If you are even a little aware of sustainability, then you know water is one of the most wasted commodities (and privileges) on the planet. So many of us think nothing of it. Yet water is precious, and not everyone has access to it. Harvesting water is an excellent way to reduce water usage, but it requires maintenance. It helps to buy new parts for water tanks and rainwater harvesters as needed. Low-flow solutions and limiting water use are a major help.
Check the Loft Insulation
Alongside water, heat energy also goes through a lot of waste. Wasted heat contributes to global warming issues. But it also has a direct impact on your household. The more you waste, the more you use, and this means higher energy bills. Loft insulation is the foundation of efficiency in a home. But it doesn’t last forever. Your insulation needs replacing if it is flat and worn, as it should be fluffy and thick and clear of obstacles such as storage and floorboards.
Eco-Friendly Maintenance in the Yard
An eco-friendly home is one thing. But the yard can help improve the conservation of certain species. Take bees for example. In the US, the bee population has lost 50% since the 50s, and the losses are increasing. A popular method to combat this today is wilding, where you plant a garden for the purpose of growing wild. However, there are some other tasks you can try too. Focusing on native plants and regular composting helps your garden grow in a sustainable way.
Use Organic Cleaning Products
Of course, you want a clean and hygienic home. A sanitary home is healthy and safe. So that’s understandable. However, almost all popular cleaning brands lace their products with highly toxic chemicals. They are hazardous to manufacture, polluting the environment in the process. And they are hazardous to use around the home. Fortunately, there are ideal organic cleaners, even bleach alternatives such as Oxy-Gen, that are much more eco and human-friendly.
Get an Annual Boiler and Furnace Service
Alongside keeping the heat in, it also helps to ensure the heating system is working correctly. A gas boiler produces a high amount of carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide. As such, they contribute to emissions. As they get older, they don’t work as well as they should and pollute more. An annual boiler check will help ensure your boiler is working as it should. Additionally, it will help prevent CO leaks which are toxic and sometimes deadly as you can’t smell it!
Summary
Water devices and efficient use of water are core eco-friendly maintenance tasks for a sustainable home. You can also use your garden to encourage wildlife and help improve declining populations. An annual boiler service reduces emissions and detects severe issues.
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