Make Your Sedona Home a Little Greener

Tips for more energy-efficient Sedona real estate

Today is Blog Action Day, and many bloggers around the country are participating in posting on one topic: the environment. In honor of Blog Action Day, we have some great tips on how you can make your Sedona home a little greener. Here are some conservation tips from PATH:

Change your lightbulbs: “By replacing even your five most frequently used light bulbs, you’ll save $100 per year.”

Run a thermostat program in your Sedona home: “Save 10%  on your heating and cooling costs just by setting your thermostat back when you’re not home and while you’re sleeping.”

Get rid of the air leaks in your Sedona home: “Install weatherstripping and caulk to stop those expensive drafts and improve comfort.”

Keep up with HVAC maintenance on you Sedona real estate: “Get a professional tune-up every two years. It will cost around $100, but will save 5% to 10% on your heating and cooling bills.”

Install low-flow water fixtures in bathrooms: “An efficient showerhead will save a family of four up to $285 per year.”

Change your water heater temperature: “Also consider turning the temperature on the water heater down to 120 degrees. It will save you money and prevent scalding.”

Spruce up your Sedona, AZ property with a tree: “Shade trees can significantly lower your cooling costs by up to 25% …. properly placed trees and shrubs act as windbreaks, shielding your home from cold winds and reducing heating costs  by 20%.” Plus, they increase the curb appeal of your Sedona real estate.

Energy Star appliances: “You will save 10-30% on the operating costs  vs. non-ENERGY STAR equivalents.”

Get a home energy rating. “You should have the inspection cost paid for within two years, and your home should be significantly more comfortable, and green.”

Low-VOC products can be beneficial in your Sedona home: “When cleaning around the house, use non-toxic natural products or make your own green cleaning products.”


Not only are these tips better for the environment, but they are better for you. They can increase your health, and add to the value of your Sedona, AZ property.

For more on making your Sedona home greener, contact Claudia Ault.


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