How to Manage Heat Gain and Loss Seasonally
This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook with tips for saving energy
Varies widely, depending on the energy-saving strategy followed
Project Cost
Varies widely, depending on the energy-saving strategy followed
Estimated Time
12345
Skill: Easy
for most energy-saving strategies
In this video, This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook shares tips for saving energy.
Steps:
1. Plant deciduous trees to block sun and keep house cooler in summer.
2. Build a pergola or shade arbor to shield home from sun. Or, install awnings.
3. Install window air-conditioning units on north side of house.
4. Shade central air-conditioning units with shrubs.
5. Close doors leading to room with fireplace, and crack a window in the room.
6. Install a damper to top of chimney.
Close damper when not using the fireplace to prevent warm room air from escaping.
